The modern erhu developed from a musical instrument called xiqin, which was played by many ethnic minorities during the Tang Dynasty (618-907). During the Song Dynasty (960-1279), musicians began to ...

While waiting to have his photographs taken, Ray Wong Hae picks up his erhu and starts playing a number of tunes: Autumn Feeling, Birds Chirping in the Mountains and Reflection of the Moon on Water.

The erhu, a traditional Chinese musical instrument that is sometimes known by Westerners as the Chinese fiddle, is an integral part of life in Jiangyin, Jiangsu province. Strolling through the city, ...

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On the evening of Nov 29, Central Conservatory of Music professor and renowned erhu artist Yang Xue staged a concert at the historical Zhengyici Theater in Beijing, bringing the history of the erhu to ...

As people become more familiar with different music styles from around the world, musicians are increasingly looking to appeal to these multilingual audiences with surprising blends of styles and ...

We take an in-depth look at the Fretted Electric Erhu No. 3, exploring its design, sound, and versatility. See how traditional playing techniques blend with electric amplification to create a fresh, ...