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THE CHINESE GUITAR: A GENERAL HISTORY.

Authors :
Myers, John E.
Source :
Soundboard; Summer1986, Vol. 13 Issue 2, p101-103, 3p
Publication Year :
1986

Abstract

The article offers information on the history of Chinese pipa and the characteristics of Chinese guitar repertoire. Topics discussed include Western and Chinese guitar music tuning, melodic structure of Chinese music, and the use of fretting pattern by the pipa. It also mentions the civil repertoire "Zhao Jun Ren" or "The Princess' Lament."

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
01456237
Volume :
13
Issue :
2
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Soundboard
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
100719473