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A Musical Journey to Start Now - The World of Erhu for Beginners
Nov 7, 2024
It is never too late to start playing music.
The erhu, in particular, is an instrument that continues to fascinate many people with its beautiful sound.
Even adults with no previous musical experience can fully experience the joy of music through the erhu.
In this blog, we will discuss why the erhu is an easy instrument for beginners to learn,
and how you can start your musical journey.
Now, if you are looking for a new hobby or want to incorporate music into your life,
Why not open the door to a new world with the erhu?
1. what is the appeal of the erhu?
The erhu is a Chinese stringed instrument known for its history and unique sound. Characterized by its expressive tone that resembles the human voice, the erhu is played in a wide range of musical genres.
Its simple structure makes it easy for beginners to handle, and it is relatively easy to learn basic playing techniques. 2.
Reasons why even beginners can easily start playing the erhu
- Simple structure: The erhu is a two-stringed instrument with a relatively simple structure. This simplicity is one of the reasons why it is so easy for beginners to handle.
- Basic playing techniques: Begin by learning basic bowing and finger placement. There are many materials and classes available for beginners, so you can learn at any level.
- Richness of expression: Even simple melodies can be made into beautiful music with the expressive power that only the erhu can offer. As your first instrument, you will quickly experience the excitement of your own playing.
- Price: The erhu is a stringed instrument, but compared to stringed instruments like the Western cello or the Japanese shamisen,
Relatively inexpensive compared to stringed instruments such as the Western cello or the Japanese shamisen. 3.
3. steps to get started
- Select a quality instrument: Erhu for beginners are available at reasonable prices, but it is important to choose a good quality instrument.
If possible, it is a good idea to consult with your current instructor or someone who has a lot of experience with erhu to help you with your purchase. - Learn from the basics: Take advantage of local music schools or online lessons to learn basic playing techniques.
Start with simple practice pieces and gradually work your way up. - Keep at it: The key to practicing an instrument is to keep at it.
You will make much more progress if you practice 30 minutes a day for 10 days in a row than if you practice 5 hours straight one time.
It is important to keep practicing, even if it is a little bit every day.
4. enjoy the music
The most important thing in playing the erhu is the mindset of enjoying the music. Practice at your own pace and treasure every little accomplishment.
Sometimes a challenge is necessary, but the most important thing is to enjoy the encounter with the music.
We think it is best to experience the joy of music while carefully completing short, easy pieces.
Even for adults with no previous musical experience, the erhu is a wonderful instrument to discover the beauty of music and enjoy it as a new hobby.
We hope that this blog will help you take your first steps toward music. Let's start a rich musical journey together with the erhu.