This course is designed for students aiming to achieve an advanced skill level. You’ll explore the masterpiece of the pipa’s martial style, “Ambushing from Ten Sides” (十面埋伏). In addition to modern compositions utilizing numbered and staff notations, we’ll delve into the traditional Gongche notation (工尺谱) during class. Upon completing the level, students will have the opportunity to showcase their talents as soloists in formal performance venues.
Pipa Beginner I
Embark on a musical journey with our beginner-friendly pipa course! Dive into the enchanting world of this ancient Chinese instrument as we guide you through fundamental techniques, Chinese notations, and scales. Discover the rich cultural connections of music and master finger techniques to bring melodies to life. Gain historical insights into the pipa’s origins and major schools. Learn fingering techniques such as “tan, tiao, lun” (plucking, tremolo) for the right hand and “tui, la, yin, rou” (various vibratos, pitch changing, and string-bending) for the left hand. By the course’s end, confidently perform traditional gems like “Ancient Tunes of Yingzhou” (瀛洲古调) and “White Snow in Spring” (阳春白雪), alongside captivating melodies inspired by Chinese aesthetic from movies, TV episodes, and video game hits. Singing along is encouraged for those interested. Don’t have a pipa? No worries! Pipa rentals are available for a small fee. Grab your pipa and get ready to create musical magic!