Naxi Classical Musical Show Guide

The Naxi Ancient Music is a very important programme for your travel in Yunnan. The unique musical style of Naxi nationality, is regarded as a “living fossil of Chinese music”. It is a crystallization of Taoist rite, Confucian ceremony, and the literary lyrics, poetic topics and musical tones of the Tang, Song and Yuan Dynasties. The music is played on venerable Chinese musical instruments such as flute, shawm, Chinese lute, plectrum, and zither. The only way this music can be learned is from a master teaching his apprentice. The music of this people is a very unique aspect of the local

town and is an important part of the community. At least four unabridged orchestras exist in and around Lijiang, and these characteristic bands are famous for their 'three-olds': first, old men (most of the players are over 70 years old); second, old musical instruments (many are antiques dating back more than 100 years, some of which can not be seen in other places); third, old songs (all are antiquated classical music). Members of the bands are drawn from all kinds of occupations including teachers, artisans, farmers, butchers, clerks, etc. Naxi

Ancient Music Bands have been invited to perform in Hong Kong, Great Britain, America, Holland, Belgium and Norway, exercising great influence and gaining attention from all over the world. Generations of national musicians devote themselves to Naxi Ancient Music and make it a part of Naxi culture. Music can represent a nation's spirit and offer a better way to know the people who play and enjoy it, so take the opportunity to hear Naxi Ancient Music; it is guaranteed to be an unforgettable life experience. Here's some guide information in your travel of Naxi Ancient Music : Address: Old City of Lijiang, Yunnan Province. Contact number: 0086-888-5181445    Admission Fee: CNY 160 (A Ticket)  CNY 140 (B Ticket)  CNY 120 (C Ticket)  Opening Hours: 09:00-22:00

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