Preservation and Literacy Transmission of Pipa and Guzheng Duets in Pu Dong Style

Abstract

The research focuses on the preservation and transmission of Pipa and Guzheng duets in the Pu Dong style. Qualitative research methods such as interviews, observations, and questionnaires were used. Fu Huaqiang and Sha Lijing are the study’s key informants, both of whom have great skill and experience in Pipa and Guzheng duets in the Pu Dong style. The following findings were obtained: These duets have played an important role in the preservation of cultural heritage by conserving age-old customs and conveying cultural information. The Pu Dong-style Pipa and Guzheng Duet, in particular, demonstrate the dedication to both maintaining traditional music and expanding the genre via creativity. These duets’ growth demonstrates their adaptability in contemporary circumstances, representing the growing tapestry of Chinese cultural expressions while keeping their classical foundations. Furthermore, the incorporation of traditional Chinese and Western musical components in works such as “Dao Chui Lian” indicates the tenacity of cultural preservation and the critical function of creative transmission in keeping traditions active and relevant. Furthermore, the Pipa and Guzheng duets play significant roles in Chinese folk festival rituals, highlighting their contributions to cultural legacy preservation and musical literacy transmission within the context of Chinese ritual culture.