Hua Qiuping founds the 'Wuxi School' of pipa

Hua Qiuping (1784-1859), a renowned pipa (a four-stringed Chinese lute) player from Wuxi during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), occupies an important position in the history of pipa performance.

During the Qing Dynasty, pipa playing was divided into north and south schools, each of which had its own regional characteristics. Hua arranged 62 pieces from both schools, compiling them into three volumes titled Pipa Opern. This collection represents the first officially published compilation of music scores for pipa in China and holds immense historical significance.

Furthermore, Hua developed a systematic pipa fingering notation, which greatly contributed to the popularization and dissemination of pipa music. He also founded the "Wuxi School" of pipa playing, marking a milestone in the evolution of pipa artistry.