Publisher's Synopsis
Paper On Chinese Music is a book written by Mary Martin Richard and published in 1907. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Chinese music, including its history, theory, and practice. It explores the different types of Chinese music, such as court music, folk music, and religious music, and provides detailed descriptions of the instruments used in Chinese music, such as the guqin, pipa, and erhu.The author also discusses the role of music in Chinese society and culture, including its use in ceremonies, festivals, and entertainment. She provides insights into the musical traditions of different regions in China and the influence of Chinese music on other cultures.Paper On Chinese Music is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Chinese music, culture, and history. It provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the rich and diverse musical traditions of China, and is an important contribution to the study of world music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
