Huqin is not a music genre but rather a family of bowed string instruments that originate from China and play a quintessential role in traditional Chinese music, as well as in modern Chinese orchestras. Instruments such as the erhu, gaohu, and zhonghu all fall under the huqin category. These instruments are recognized for their expressive and soulful sound that can convey a broad range of emotions, from deep melancholy to jubilant brightness. Characterized by their two strings and the use of a bamboo-made bow that typically passes between the strings, huqin instruments are played upright and are known for their poignant, resonant timbre which is produced by a python skin resonator. Artists like Min Huifen and 黃晨達 have mastered the complex techniques of huqin playing, such as vibrato, slides, and dynamic control, contributing to the genre's rich tapestry while others like Ming-yuan Liu and 王國潼 continue to explore and innovate within the traditional framework.

胡琴專輯

黃晨達

Album - 7 Tracks - Released August 21, 2014