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Emotion Blooming in the Rain - The Profound Sounds of "Rainy Night Flower" Played on the Erhu

Apr 10, 2024

Like a flower quietly blooming on a rainy night, the song "Rainy Night Flower" is introspective, yet contains strong emotions. Performing this piece on the erhu is nothing less than the sound of raindrops gently hitting the leaves and the sound depicting the beauty of the flowers that stand out even more in the silence. The pathetic and melancholy tone characteristic of the erhu perfectly expresses the delicate emotion of this piece. Here, we will explore the key points for playing "Rain and Night" deeply and movingly with the erhu. So, pick up your erhu bow and let's play this tale of flowers blooming on a rainy night.

1. understanding and expressing emotions

As the name suggests, "Rainy Night Flowers" depicts a scene of flowers blooming on a rainy night. Before playing the piece, it is important to deeply understand the emotion of the song by picturing this scene in your mind. Based on this understanding, the erhu performance will richly express the melancholy, compassion, serenity, and other emotions of the song. In particular, use the smooth vibrato of the erhu to express the delicacy of raindrops touching petals.

2. refinement of technique

Playing "Rain and Night Blossoms" on the erhu requires a unique technique. Smooth glissandos, delicate vibrato, and dynamic changes from weak to strong notes are used to express the emotion of the piece. By honing these techniques, the unique expressive power of the erhu can be brought out to the fullest.

3. dynamics and tempo

Dynamics (intensity of sound) and tempo changes play an important role in the performance of "Ameya Hana". The dynamics and speed of the sound express the flow from the quiet beginning of the rain, to the gradual increase in the sound of the rain, and then to the return of quietness. Through these changes, the listener is made to feel the scene of a rainy night and the quiet beauty of flowers.

4. description of the scene during the performance

When playing "Rain and Night Flowers" on the erhu, it is required not only to play the melody, but also to paint the scene depicted in your mind. The sound of the rain, the sound of the wind, and the image of a flower blooming quietly in the silence should come to mind, and the scene should be depicted in sound. By immersing yourself in the world of the piece, you will draw the listener into the scene.

5. how to put emotion into it

Finally, when playing "Rainy Night Flowers" on the erhu, it is important to put not only your technique but also your own emotions into the piece. Like a flower blooming on a rainy night, express the quiet yet strong vitality of the emotion through the erhu. By putting your own emotions into the music, your performance will be deeper and more heartfelt.

Playing "Rain and Night Blossoms" on the erhu is more than just playing a beautiful melody; it is an experience. We hope this guide will help enrich it.

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