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Chinese instruments: Huch in, Sheng, San-hsien and Pipa
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Chinese instruments: Huch in, Sheng, San-hsien and Pipa
Chinese instruments: Huch in, Sheng, San-hsien and Pipa.. Chromolithograph from an illustration by William Gibb from A.J. Hipkins Musical Instruments, Historic, Rare and Unique, Adam and Charles Black, Edinburgh, 1888. Alfred James Hipkins (1826-1903) was an English musicologist who specialized in the history of the pianoforte and other instruments
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This chromolithograph print showcases a collection of Chinese musical instruments: the Huchin, Sheng, San-hsien, and Pipa. Each instrument represents a unique and essential contribution to Chinese music history. The Huchin, also known as the Erhu or Chinese violin, is a two-stringed bowed instrument with a distinctive elongated body. Its rich, expressive sound is produced by adjusting the length of the neck, which changes the pitch. The Sheng, a reed-organ, is a wind instrument with a complex structure of bamboo pipes, each producing a single pitch when covered by a key. The player blows into a mouthpiece, creating a melodic and harmonious sound. The San-hsien, or Chinese string banjo, is a three-stringed instrument with a round, gourd body. The strings are plucked with the fingers or a plectrum, creating a bright, twangy sound. The Pipa, a pear-shaped lute with a long neck, is one of China's most iconic instruments. Its four strings are plucked with a plectrum or the fingers, producing a mellow and resonant sound. This exquisite illustration, created by William Gibb and published in A.J. Hipkins' Musical Instruments, Historic, Rare and Unique, offers a glimpse into the rich and diverse world of Chinese music. Alfred James Hipkins (1826-1903), an English musicologist, compiled this comprehensive work, specializing in the history of the pianoforte and other instruments. The chromolithograph's vibrant colors and intricate details bring these instruments to life, allowing us to appreciate their beauty and historical significance.
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