Appreciation of Erhu music "Childhood Memories" : Exploring the warm memories in Erhu art

79 views · Organized by 阿蘅 on 2024-08-11

"Childhood Memories" is an Erhu song full of warmth and nostalgia, it Outlines a picture of childhood with a delicate melody, so that people can find the innocence and beauty in the busy life. This piece not only demonstrates the unique timbre charm of Erhu, but also conveys deep emotional resonance through music, becoming a classic in Erhu performance.

Appreciation of Erhu music

Musical characteristics

Beautiful melody: The melody of "Childhood Memories" is soft and poetic, as if it can lead the listener back to a carefree childhood.

Rich emotions: Through different melodic ups and downs, the song expresses the memory and emotion of the good memory of childhood.

Superb technique: Erhu players skillfully use various techniques in the process of playing, such as glissando, trills, etc., which makes the music more vivid and interesting.

Performance skill

Left hand string: The left hand uses glissando and trill techniques when playing, creating a continuous feeling and enhancing the expression of the music.

Right hand bow method: The right hand uses different bow methods and forces to make the melody clearly layered, both soft and strong.

Change of rhythm: Through the flexible handling of rhythm, the song has both smooth parts and slightly paused places, which properly reflects the various emotions in childhood memories.

Appreciation and analysis

When listening to "Childhood Memories", we can not only appreciate the wonderful timbre of the Erhu, but also feel a warm and affectionate emotion. Childhood is the best time in our life, it is full of laughter and tears, is an integral part of growing up. Through the form of music, this piece reminds us of those simple but unforgettable days and awakens the good memories deep in our hearts.

Reference materials and contributors
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Involving musical instruments

Erhu (Pinyin: Erhu) originated in the Tang Dynasty, called "Xiqin", and has a history of more than a thousand years. It is a traditional Chinese stringed instrument. Erhu, or Erxian Huqin, also known as "Nanhu" and "Omzi", is one of the main bowed and stringed instruments (wiping strings) in the Chinese national musical instrument family.

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