Brief History of Yangzhou Folk Songs

Author: Zhang Meilin
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Publish Date: 2006-07-01
Features: The two authors are a singer and a writer. One gained international fame and joined the ranks of the world's top tenors by winning the "Gold Medal for Musical Performance" in a singing competition at the "Hungarian International Verdi Opera Music Festival" and an opera music concert commemorating the great opera master Verdi with a performance of "Blazing Fires on the." The other has won multiple provincial and national awards for his essays, reportage, and sketches. However, both are also engaged in academic research, particularly specializing in folk songs. This book is the result of their many years of research and is presented to readers with the perspective of a singer and a writer. It traces from "The Fisherman's Song" to the city song "Jasmine Flower," providing a comprehensive analysis of the historical background, cultural status, artistic characteristics, and influence of folk songs from different periods in Yangzhou. The content is rich, the emotions intense, and the book offers more than just a taste of the flavors.