Full course introduction below.
The guqin, a traditional Chinese musical instrument with a history spanning over 3500 years, occupies a significant place as the foremost of China’s four classical arts: qin, chess, calligraphy, and painting. Rooted in inclusive philosophy, aesthetics, and humanistic thoughts, the theory, practice, and its soothing sounds of the guqin are deeply interwoven into the cultural fabric. It is historically employed to cultivate body-mind equilibrium, virtue, and harmonious connections within oneself and the environment.
Welcome to the “Harmony between Heaven and Earth” 8-week music and wellness workshop. Guided by Jing Xia, a dedicated Chinese scholar-musician and PhD candidate in Applied Intercultural Arts Research, this immersive experience delves into the rich heritage of guqin tradition through hands-on playing, exploring classical literature, and engaging in mindfulness and self-reflection. Together, we embark on a path that explores a holistic approach to healthy living through music.
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