Zhang Junqiu Chronicle

Author: An Zhiqiang
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Publish Date: 1998-06-01
Features: The Biography of Zhang Junqiu provides a detailed account of the formation and development of the "Zhang School" art form, offering a exquisite spiritual nourishment for its admirers. Zhang Junqiu, one of the "Four Little Famous Dan," received meticulous guidance from the "Four Great Famous Dan" and others since he began his apprenticeship at the age of thirteen. Through his relentless exploration, he formed the "Zhang School" art. Although he studied under Mei Lanfang, he did not solely follow Mei's style but instead integrated the essence of the "Four Great Famous Dan" into his art. His acting resembled Mei, his vocal techniques resembled Shang, his tunes resembled Cheng, and his stage craft resembled Xun. Especially in singing, he fully demonstrated his natural talent for a "graceful, charming, crisp, and flowing" voice, forming a unique style that was both magnificent and delicate, as well as robust and fresh. This book provides a detailed account of the formation and development of the "Zhang School" art, offering a exquisite spiritual nourishment for its admirers.