Guqin

The guqin, a traditional Chinese musical instrument with a history spanning over 3,000 years, is the heart of an intimately expressive genre deeply rooted in Chinese culture and philosophy. Revered for its ethereal and contemplative sound, the guqin is a seven-stringed zither traditionally associated with scholars and literati, who revered the instrument for its subtlety and refinement, often a symbol of intellectual and moral cultivation. The genre is characterized by a vast repertoire that incorporates historical melodies and various playing techniques, producing rich, resonant tones that evoke natural imagery and emotional depth. Artists such as Wu Jinglue and Lin Youren maintain the genre's legacy, combining technical mastery and interpretive depth to create musical narratives that are both meditative and intellectually stimulating, keeping this ancient art form vibrant in contemporary times.

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中央电视台电视音乐片《大地情语》
Ep - 6 Tracks - Released November 18, 2022

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Fu Xuezhai
Gong Yi
Guan Pinghu
Hong Deng
Lin Youren
Shuishan Yu
Tsar Teh-yun
Wu Jinglue
Wu Zhao
Zeng Chengwei
Zhao Jiazhen
任静
蔡德允
蘇思棣 (Sou Si-tai)
袁中平
陈雷激
Shuishan Yu
任静
蘇思棣 (Sou Si-tai)
Zeng Chengwei
蔡德允
Guan Pinghu
Wu Jinglue
Zhao Jiazhen
Lin Youren
袁中平
Tsar Teh-yun
陈雷激
Gong Yi
Hong Deng
Wu Zhao
Fu Xuezhai