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About Guzheng
Chinese music instrument that has a history dated back to 500 B.C. It has many
descendants all over Asia, such as the Koto of Japan, the Kayagum of Korea, and the
Dan Tranh of Vietnam.
This Chinese string instrument is fitted with 12, 13, 15, 16, 18 or 21, 23 or 26 strings.
Originally, silk strings were used, but these are now replaced with metal strings or metal
wrapped with nylon strings instead. The player plucks the strings on the right hand side
withe the right hand, while the left hand presses the strings on the left hand side to
produce varietion of vibrato.
In 20th century, guzheng has achieved historic development. Throughtout the history,
guzheng keeps its vitality by interweaving its music with rich folk foundation and creative
performers in each generation. In the late 20th century, with the tremendous change of
social and cultural environment, besides being continuously popular in the mass,
guzheng music began to be taught in professional music conservatories. The mix of
professional musicians and folk musicians produces an unprecedented improvements
and enrichments in the guzheng music. The most outstanding example is the
emergence of numerous new pieces. At the end of 20th century, guzheng has become
the major Chinese instrument with richest pieces documentaries.
descendants all over Asia, such as the Koto of Japan, the Kayagum of Korea, and the
Dan Tranh of Vietnam.
This Chinese string instrument is fitted with 12, 13, 15, 16, 18 or 21, 23 or 26 strings.
Originally, silk strings were used, but these are now replaced with metal strings or metal
wrapped with nylon strings instead. The player plucks the strings on the right hand side
withe the right hand, while the left hand presses the strings on the left hand side to
produce varietion of vibrato.
In 20th century, guzheng has achieved historic development. Throughtout the history,
guzheng keeps its vitality by interweaving its music with rich folk foundation and creative
performers in each generation. In the late 20th century, with the tremendous change of
social and cultural environment, besides being continuously popular in the mass,
guzheng music began to be taught in professional music conservatories. The mix of
professional musicians and folk musicians produces an unprecedented improvements
and enrichments in the guzheng music. The most outstanding example is the
emergence of numerous new pieces. At the end of 20th century, guzheng has become
the major Chinese instrument with richest pieces documentaries.
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