More than 100 Chinese and international students participated in an interactive Erhu music workshop at Zhongnan University of Economics and Law on Oct. 14, part of a course designed to promote understanding of China's intangible cultural heritage.
The event, organized by lecturer Wang Geng for the undergraduate elective "Appreciation and Practice of Chinese Intangible Cultural Heritage" featured Li Qiong, a professional from the Wuhan Conservatory of Music.
Li introduced the history of the Huqin (Chinese fiddle) family and demonstrated different instruments including the Erhu, Zhonghu, and Datong. She performed excerpts from pieces like "Orchid Pavilion Prelude" and "March of Light" to showcase their distinct tonal qualities and emotional range.
During the hands-on session, both Chinese and international students tried playing basic scales and simple melodies on the Erhu under Li's guidance.
The workshop is the first in a series of "Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Classroom" activities planned for the course, with future sessions on Chinese seal carving, paper-cutting, and calligraphy.
