Insights
Musical
Information and tips for various songs in the repertoire
Background information, lyrics, and techniques for how to play the song 《仙翁操》(Xian Weng Cao).
Background information, lyrics, and techniques for how to play the song 《古琴吟》(Guqin Yin).
Technical
Fingering techniques and other useful technical information for playing guqin
A good qin is a pleasure to play and listen to. It can even make practicing a joyful experience, which leads to faster development and a stronger commitment to the endeavor. So, choosing a good qin is an important step in your development as a guqin player.
Philosophical
Personal insights into the ideology of the qin and my own experiences
I formally adopted my Chinese name, Chang Shuye (張叔夜), in early 2024. See how I came to this name and the deeper meaning behind it.