Insights
Musical
Background information, lyrics, and techniques for how to play songs in the repertoire
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.