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Chinese Music 3rd Edition
Author(s): Jie Jin (Author)
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press
- Publication Date: March 28, 2011
- Edition: 3rd
- Language: English
- Print length: 156 pages
- ISBN-10: 0521186919
- ISBN-13: 9780521186919
Book Description
Unique and complex in style, traditional Chinese music forms a fascinating part of China’s cultural heritage. This accessible, illustrated introduction to Chinese music takes the reader through the 8000-year history of China’s musical instruments, the diversity of Chinese folk music, the development of China’s famous operas and the modern Chinese music industry. From classical to contemporary styles, Jin Jie explores the influence that Chinese music has had around the world.
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Book Description
This accessible, illustrated introduction explores the history of Chinese music, an ancient, diverse and fascinating part of China’s cultural heritage.
About the Author
Jie Jin teaches in the Musicology Department of the Chinese Conservatory of Music. She is a member of the World Ethnic Music Society and is part of the Chinese Musicians’ Association. She has published a number of works on Chinese music.
