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Recognized as the world’s premier pipa virtuoso and leading ambassador of Chinese music, Grammy Award-nominated musician Wu Man performs “White Snow in Sprin...
Title: Ambush on Ten SidesPerformer: Vivian LiuMixing: Joseph Ma"Ambush on Ten Sides" is a famous grand Pipa melody, which can be called a classic in traditi...
The pipa, pípá, or p'i-p'a (Chinese : 琵琶) is a traditional Chinese musical instrument belonging to the plucked category of instruments. Sometimes called the "Chinese lute ", the instrument has a pear-shaped wooden body with a varying number of frets ranging from 12 to 31.
pipa, short-necked Chinese lute prominent in Chinese opera orchestras and as a solo instrument. It has a shallow, pear-shaped body with a wooden belly and, sometimes, two crescent-shaped sound holes. The modern pipa has 29 or 31 frets, 6 on the neck and the rest on the body of the instrument.
Mar 29, 2024 · Pipa music plays a significant role in Chinese traditional music, serving as both a solo instrument and an accompaniment to other musical ensembles. It is often featured in classical Chinese opera, folk music, and instrumental ensembles, adding depth and emotion to musical compositions.
Sep 27, 2011 · The pípá (琵琶) is a four-stringed, plucked Chinese musical instrument often referred to as the “chinese lute”. Similar to western guitars and mandolins, the pipa has a pear-shaped wooden body with a varying number of frets ranging from 12–30, depending upon the style and sound desired.
The Official Website of Wu Man. Recognized as the world’s premier pipa virtuoso and leading ambassador of Chinese music, Grammy Award-nominated musician Wu Man has carved out a career as a soloist, educator and composer giving her lute-like instrument – which has a history of over 2,000 years in China – a new role in both traditional and ...
