Prepared Guzheng - Neoclassical Chinese Zither
Volume
CTV1226
Titel
Prepared Guzheng - Neoclassical Chinese Zither
Beschreibung
This collection explores a fresh take on the traditional Chinese Guzheng, featuring sweeping cinematic arrangements complemented by bowed erhu, tanggu, zhangu drums, and ethnic percussion that drive scenes of tension, discovery, and wonder.
Ursprüngliches Erscheinungsdatum
01. August 2024
Tracks
8
Era
2020s/Future
Label
Color TV
Track Listing
China unveils its beautiful mystique with a heroic rise paying homage to traditional music featuring guzheng accompanied by bowed erhu, percussion and zhangu drums in 6-8 rhythm. The traileresque arrangement begins with low bass notes on the guzheng and persistent erhu. As the guzheg arpeggios start dancing around, mighty drums pick up the momentum and reveal a heavenly grandeur. Key: B minor. 70 Bpm. Full Mix.
Adventurous,Ambitious,Asian,Ceremonial,Chinese Dynasty,Chinese Mythology,Cinema,Confucius,Coronation,Determined,Discovery,divine,Dramatic,Eastern,Fantastical,Film,Folklore,forbidden city,fortitude,great wall,History,Hopeful,Imperial China,Noble,Red Dragon,Reflective,resolute,Spirited,Spiritual,Taiwan,Tanggu,Taoism,Tense,Tension,Thought Provoking,Time-Honored,Zhangu
This cinematic track puts a modern twist on traditional Chinese music. A reflective guzheng opens with percussion and erhu accompaniment and as the track slowly builds up to the impactful hits of the zhangu drums a busy bass pulse enhances the excitement while guzheng tremolos elevate the majestic energy. Key: B minor. 75 Bpm. Full Mix.
Asian,Ceremonial,Chinese Dynasty,Chinese Mythology,Cinema,Contemplative,Determined,Discovery,divine,Dramatic,Eastern,Emotional,Epiphany,Exalted,Film,Folklore,forbidden city,fortitude,great wall,History,Hopeful,Imperial China,Magnificent,Noble,Passionate,Promising,Red Dragon,Reflective,resolute,royal court,Serious,Solemn,Spiritual,Tanggu,Taoism,Tense,Tension,Thought Provoking,Time-Honored,Zhangu
The guzheng creates a mysterious and suspenseful atmosphere as reversed sounds and ominous bowing of the erhu complement the disturbing feel of this cinematic track while a bass pulse contributes to the tension. Eerie glissandi in the background elevate the otherworldly vibe to the slow yet determined rhythm of the tanggu drums. Key: B Phrygian. 100 Bpm. Full Mix.
Apprehension,archaic,Asian,bad omen,Bizarre,Chinese Mythology,Cinema,Confused,conspiracy,Contemplative,Creepy,Curious,Discovery,Dramatic,Eastern,Film,forbidden city,ghostly,Hong Kong Cinema,investigating,Looming,nail-biting,Ominous,Otherworldly,pensive,premonition,Puzzling,Reflective,rite,Ritual,sacrifice,Solemn,Spiritual,Summoning,superstition,Suspenseful,Taiwan,Tense,Tension,Thought Provoking
The persistent guzheng creates suspense from the start complemented by dark bass notes. As wailing erhus enhance the mysterious feel percussion pick up the pace while the slow yet heavy pounding of the drums in half-time rhythm come with determination. Subtle sound design and nervous tremolos on the guzheng elevate the tension. Key: F# Phrygian. 160 Bpm. Full Mix.
Anxious,Apprehension,archaic,Asian,bad omen,Chinese Mythology,Cinema,Confusing,conspiracy,Contemplative,coup,Discovery,Dramatic,Eastern,Film,forbidden city,foreboding,Hazardous,Heavy,imminent,impending,Looming,Nervousness,Ominous,Otherworldly,Plot,premonition,Ritual,sacrifice,Serious,Solemn,Spiritual,Summoning,superstition,Suspenseful,Taiwan,Tense,Tension
Nervous tension catches your attention caused by a steady and straight drum beat flanked by mysterious percussion and bass emphasized by guzheng tremolos. The bowed erhu lays down a disturbing humming in the background as this cinematic trailer track slowly grows. A heavy hit @01:48 ignites the key change and unleashes a majestic feel as the track gets louder and excited with traditional drums. Key: B minor/F# Phrygian. 75 Bpm. Full Mix.
Apprehension,Asian,Ceremonial,Chinese Dynasty,Chinese Mythology,Cinema,Contemplative,Discovery,Dramatic,Eastern,Film,Folklore,forbidden city,foreboding,great wall,History,Huge,impactful,impending,Imperial China,Looming,Majestic,Moment Of Truth,monumental,Nervousness,Ominous,Red Dragon,Serious,Solemn,Spiritual,Tanggu,Tense,Tension,Thought Provoking,Thrilling,Time-Honored,Zhangu
The beautiful guzheng is paired with light sound design from the start as this track combines traditional Chinese music with modern cinematic styles. A rich bass brings a warm depth while bowed erhus vibrate in the background until an urban rhythm on traditional drums emphasizes the fresh take leading to a pulsating drive @01:55 as the guzhengs and erhus elevate the track with a hopeful spirit. Key: B minor. 95 Bpm. Full Mix.
Adventurous,Asian,Ceremony,Chinese Dynasty,Chinese Mythology,Cinema,Confucius,Determined,Discovery,Dragon Dance,Dramatic,Driving,Eastern,Energetic,Film,Folklore,forbidden city,fortitude,great wall,History,Imperial China,Jade Emperor,Overcoming,Red Dragon,resolute,Rhythmic,rite,Ritual,Serious,Solemn,Spirited,Spiritual,Tanggu,Taoism,Tense,Tension,Time-Honored,Traditional Celebration,Zhangu
This cinematic track takes you from darkness in the beginning to a bright ending. The opening features an ominous bass pulse and unnerving bowed erhus led by slow and serious drums for a suspenseful feel. The questioning guzheng turns into a hopeful voice @01:22 as the track transitions into a beacon of light that stretches over the course of the track with a light build-up while maintaining the repetitive arpeggios in the forefront. Key: B minor. 100 Bpm. Full Mix.
Apprehension,Asian,Ceremonial,Chinese Dynasty,Chinese Mythology,Cinema,Confucius,Contemplative,Discovery,divine,Dramatic,Eastern,Film,Folklore,forbidden city,great wall,History,Hopeful,impending,Imperial China,investigating,Jade Emperor,Noble,Otherworldly,phoenix from the ashes,Red Dragon,Reflective,Solemn,Spiritual,Suspenseful,Tanggu,Taoism,Tense,Tension,Thought Provoking,Time-Honored,warrior,wonder,Zhangu
This track embodies the journey from meditation to enlightenment as the guzheng displays its versatile sound with bending, strumming, plucking and playing bass. The meditative yet yearning beginning slowly picks up momentum featuring traditional Chinese drums and percussion as well as erhus and light sound effects turning epic @02:55 with a determined 6-8 rhythm and heavy bass while the instrumentation delivers a passionate performance leading to the climax. Key: B minor. 75 Bpm. Full Mix.
Asian,Ceremonial,Ceremony,Chinese Dynasty,Chinese Mythology,Cinema,Confucius,Contemplative,Determined,Discovery,Dragon Dance,Dramatic,Eastern,Fantastical,Film,Folklore,forbidden city,fortitude,great wall,History,Imperial China,Noble,Overcoming,Peaceful,Red Dragon,religion,Serenity,Serious,Solemn,Spiritual,Suspenseful,Tanggu,Taoism,Temple,tenacious,Tense,Tension,Thought Provoking,Time-Honored,Zen,Zhangu
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