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This piece takes its inspiration from the Chinese legends of great bells which spontaneously ring without being struck. It requires a variety of interesting techniques from the performer, including striking the strings inside the piano.
This composition investigates the acoustic and performative possibilities of the piano by integrating traditional Chinese folklore with extended instrumental techniques. Composer Zhou Long draws upon the legend of self-ringing bells to structure a musical narrative that challenges conventional piano interaction. The work serves as a technical study for advanced performers, requiring the integration of internal string manipulation with standard keyboard execution.
What You Will Find
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Experts categorize this piece as a significant contribution to the contemporary piano repertoire for its innovative use of the instrument's interior. Performers frequently note the high level of technical precision required to execute the percussive effects effectively.
Page Count:
12
Publication Date:
2013-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press Music
ISBN-10:
0193392941
ISBN-13:
9780193392946
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