Musical instruments used in Peking Opera: Flashcards
1
Q
(Cross – flutes) - usually played along with singing
A
Ti-ts
2
Q
(Recorded flute) -usually played along with singing
A
Siao
3
Q
(Trumpet) – announces prosperous occasions.
A
Sona
4
Q
(Violin-like) – two stringed instruments
A
Hu-ch’in
5
Q
(Violin-like) – two-stringed instruments
A
Bu – Ch’in
6
Q
(Guitar-like) – four stringed instruments
A
Yue-ch’in
7
Q
(Guitar-like) - three-stringed instruments
A
San – sien
8
Q
(Guitar- like) – similar to lute with four strings.
A
Pi-p’a
9
Q
(Gong) – signify the beginning of the performance.
A
Ta-lo
10
Q
(Kettle drum) – used to create the tempo of the performance.
A
Tan-pi-ku
