Elevating the guzheng's legacy
5 months ago

Elevating the guzheng's legacy

China Daily  

Top: Ji Wei performs at the National Library Arts Center on July 21. "More people in China are embracing traditional Chinese culture because it resonates with our aesthetic values," Ji said. Recently, a growing number of Generation Z individuals have been promoting traditional Chinese music by playing instruments like the guzheng and pipa, either on the streets of foreign countries or on social media platforms. Ji is delighted to see young people using traditional music to express themselves and blending the dynamic sound of the guzheng with pop culture. "As more people become familiar with the guzheng and develop an interest, it's important for them to also understand the cultural heritage behind it in order to truly appreciate and preserve it."

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Ancient, modern elements in harmony for new generation
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Ancient, modern elements in harmony for new generation

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In a sleek recording studio, young Chinese musicians are gathered around their instruments. Traditional Chinese musicians and classical musicians perform together in Chengdu, Sichuan province They are part of a larger movement sweeping China that celebrates the rising popularity of guofeng music — a Chinese style that uses elements from traditional culture. As part of a video series called Crazy …

Modern Fusion: Ancient Elements, New Generation Takes Center Stage
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Modern Fusion: Ancient Elements, New Generation Takes Center Stage

China Daily  

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Ancient Meets Modern: A Symphony of Instruments in Chengdu
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Ancient Meets Modern: A Symphony of Instruments in Chengdu

China Daily  

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Modern Fusion: Ancient Elements, New Generation Takes Center Stage
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Modern Fusion: Ancient Elements, New Generation Takes Center Stage

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Traditional Chinese Instruments Embrace Modern Sounds, Captivating a Global Audience
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Traditional Chinese Instruments Embrace Modern Sounds, Captivating a Global Audience

China Daily  

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Ancient Meets Modern: A Symphony of Instruments in Chengdu
2 months ago

Ancient Meets Modern: A Symphony of Instruments in Chengdu

China Daily  

An impromptu concert takes place in Chengdu, Sichuan province, featuring traditional Chinese musicians and classical musicians. The musicians perform a modern rendition of a popular song from the 1990s, combining disco beats with ancient Chinese melodies. Their performance, released to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, garnered over 15 million views on social media.

Elevating the guzheng's legacy
5 months ago

Elevating the guzheng's legacy

China Daily  

Ji Wei, a renowned guzheng artist, enhances the traditional Chinese instrument's appeal and global presence through cultural outreach. "The sound of the guzheng can convey both melancholic and cheerful emotions: its lower range exudes solemn and dignified music, its middle range displays great tenderness, and its high notes can be incredibly majestic," Ji explained. "It was then that I realized …

Elevating the guzheng's legacy
5 months ago

Elevating the guzheng's legacy

China Daily  

Ji Wei, a renowned guzheng artist, enhances the traditional Chinese instrument's appeal and global presence through cultural outreach. "The sound of the guzheng can convey both melancholic and cheerful emotions: its lower range exudes solemn and dignified music, its middle range displays great tenderness, and its high notes can be incredibly majestic," Ji explained. "It was then that I realized …

Sci-fi inspired singer praises her roots
2 years ago

Sci-fi inspired singer praises her roots

China Daily  

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