Wu Songs, charming Jiangnan melodies

Wu Songs, charming Jiangnan melodies

Dec 26, 2024

Wu Songs, once popular in Wuxi, Jiangsu province, refer to a form of Chinese folk music that originated in the Taihu Lake Basin, representing an integral part of Wu culture.

Xiju Opera

Jan 06, 2025

Xiju Opera, also known as Wuxi Tanhuang, is a local opera form originating from Wuxi, with a history that dates back to the reign of Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911).

Erhu

Jan 06, 2025

Wuxi is known as the capital of erhu (a two-stringed Chinese fiddle) in China. As a representative of Jiangnan sizhu music and Chinese folk musical instruments, erhu has always uniquely appealed to this Chinese folk musical instrument.

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