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In the vast soundscape of Chinese music, sound transcends mere entertainment, becoming a bridge between humanity, the cosmos, and nature. The sharp ring of bronze bells, the introspective tones of a guqin, or the bright nasal quality of an opera singer’s voice—each timbre carries profound symbolic meaning, reflecting the philosophical underpinnings of Confucian order and Taoist spontaneity.
Music and Dance of China. Music in Chinese history primarily consists of court and military music and the folk music of its regional cultures. Within the imperial system, many emperors supported an imperial Music Bureau, tasked with the production of musical instruments and performances.
The main genres of music in China include traditional Chinese music, folk music, and popular music. Traditional Chinese music includes elements such as the use of pentatonic scales and the guqin, a seven-stringed instrument.
More than merely decorative, the symbols and motifs that appear on Chinese decorative arts, clothing, and personal adornments often represent hidden meanings that convey a desire for the good things in life.
The classical traditional music of the elites, the folk and ethnic music, and the favorite traditional Chinese instruments are "keynotes" for appreciating Chinese traditional music in general and enjoying it more!
Today's Chinese music is both rooted in history and part of a global culture. According to legends, the founder of music in Chinese mythology was Ling Lun who, at the request of the Yellow Emperor to create a system of music, made bamboo pipes tuned to the sounds of birds including the phoenix.
In the developmental process, Chinese music has profoundly influenced adjoining regions, while in turn absorbing musical elements from neighbors. We will explore this musical history and development, instruments and genres, regional variations and contemporary Chinese music.
