Tuanfeng Silk String Gongs and Drums

Hubei
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Tuanfeng Jiamiao Xiongjiacun Silk String Gong and Drum is the only remaining folk instrumental music in the eastern Hubei region, which is composed of percussion instruments such as gongs, drums, cymbals, and silk string instruments and suona accompaniment. It originated in the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty, and has a history of nearly 300 years. It has a variety of tunes, a full range of instruments, and a grand scene. It is often used in important folk activities such as folk sacrifices, weddings and funerals. Generally, the number of performers is at least 18, and can reach 80 or 90. During the activity, it can be played in a sitting position or while marching. Usually, the horse gong is struck and the whole band is directed. Percussion instruments and orchestral instruments can be played alternately or separately. The performance is highly technical and unique in form. It has both the rough and bold gong and drum music and the delicate and graceful silk string music. After a long period of excavation, sorting and protection, 18 tunes are now included, including "Goose Wings Buwang Goose", "Myna Bathing", "Cow Scratching Its Itch", and "Looking Back". It was applied to the Huanggang City Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection List in 2006 and successfully applied to the provincial intangible cultural heritage protection project in 2013.

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