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We are a vibrant community of Guzheng enthusiasts, united by our passion for this beautiful instrument and its captivating music. Our members span all ages, skill levels, and backgrounds, creating a diverse and inclusive environment.

Here, we gather to compete, to showcase our talents, to cultivate new skills, to forge meaningful connections, and above all, to revel in the joy of Guzheng music!

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Public Guzheng Lesson

We are delighted to announce an exclusive group lesson led by the esteemed Guzheng virtuoso, Crystal Zheng. Renowned as both a master performer and composer in the realm of Guzheng music, Crystal's expertise is sought after by students from over 10 countries worldwide, including a substantial following in the United States. Among her diverse clientele, many are accomplished musicians and performers in their own right.

We are privileged to host Crystal's group lessons in the vibrant North Dallas area, providing an exceptional opportunity for enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the artistry of this traditional Chinese instrument under her expert guidance.

Group Lesson

Events Driven By Diversity and Inspiration

We take pride in hosting a diverse range of events throughout the year, providing inspiration and cultural enrichment to our community. Our calendar includes spectacular Guzheng performances that draw crowds of thousands, street performances that delight music lovers, workshops designed to introduce the art and culture of the Guzheng, and seminars to help enthusiasts enhance their technical skills. Whether you're an experienced player, a beginner, or just looking to expand your cultural horizons, our events offer something for everyone. Join us on this journey of diversity and inspiration, as we celebrate the rich heritage of the Guzheng and share its beauty with the world. With so many fabulous events, you'll never run out of things to see and do in our community.

Our Events

We Can Help On Any Performance Need

We are passionate about sharing the beautiful art of Guzheng music with the community. Our group of talented musicians is available to perform at events of any size, from public festivals to private gatherings. We pride ourselves on our ability to customize our performances to suit the specific needs of each event, whether it be a lively upbeat performance or a more soothing and meditative one. We offer a unique and cultural experience that is sure to leave a lasting impression on your guests. Contact us today to book a performance!

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Art and Culture Programs

The Guzheng is a unique and mesmerizing musical instrument that has been hailed as the symbol of all traditional Chinese music. Its rich, expressive sound and versatile nature make it the perfect instrument to integrate with other art presentations, such as calligraphy, chess, drawing, and more.

The Guzheng's ability to blend seamlessly with other art forms creates a truly immersive experience that engages both the senses and the spirit. This integration cultivates artistic growth and promotes a deeper appreciation for the arts.

In addition to its musical qualities, the Guzheng is also a visual work of art. Its elegant shape and intricate design make it a stunning addition to any performance or exhibition. The art of playing the Guzheng is also a visual spectacle, as the musician's fingers dance gracefully across the strings, creating a beautiful and expressive sound.

Today, the Guzheng is enjoyed by people of all ages and backgrounds around the world. It continues to inspire and captivate audiences with its unique beauty and musicality, and serves as a powerful testament to the enduring power of art and culture.

We take great pride in providing a diverse array of art and culture programs aimed at nurturing the musical abilities and understanding of guzheng players at every skill level. Moreover, our objective is to spread the captivating allure of guzheng music to audiences encompassing a wide range of backgrounds.

Our Programs

Guzheng can play any music

The Beauty of Guzheng

Guzheng is Chinese plucked zither instrument with beautiful timbre, wide range, rich playing skills, and strong expressiveness.

Traditional playing styles use the right hand to pluck notes and the left hand to add ornamentation such as pitch slides and vibrato by pressing the strings to the left of the movable bridges. Modern styles use both hands to play on the right side of the strings. There are many techniques used to strike notes. One iconic sound is a tremolo produced by the right thumb rotating rapidly around the same note. Other guzheng techniques include harmonics (Fanyin) where one plucks a string while tapping it at the same time, producing a note in a higher octave.

History of Guzheng

The guzheng has various accounts for its origin. An early guzheng-like instrument is said to have been invented in the Qin dynasty (221–206 BCE). Some believe the guzheng was originally developed as a bamboo-tube zither, which was later redesigned to be more like the se and made from larger curved wooden boards and movable bridges. A third legend says the guzheng came about when two people fought over a 25-string se. They broke it in half, one person receiving a 12-string part and another the 13-string part. Strings were once made of silk. During the Qing dynasty (1644–1912) the strings transitioned to only wires such as brass. Modern strings are almost always steel coated in nylon. First introduced in the 1970s, these multi-material strings increased the instrument's volume while maintaining an acceptable timbre. The guzheng is often decorated. Artists create unique cultural and artistic content on the instrument. Decorations include carved art, carved lacquer, straw, mother-of-pearl inlays, painting, poetry, calligraphy, shell carving (jade), and cloisonné.

Guzheng has over 2500 years of history

Online Guzheng Resources

Learning Guzheng Online

Learning Guzheng can be intimidated at the beginning. Therefore it's important to find the right resources.

There are quite a lot online resources to learn Guzheng nowadays. We are fortunate to have a great resource from our parnter Crystal Zheng Studio who has series of online video tutorials for basic and advanced Guzheng fingering techiniques. Feel free to check out below.

Explore Learning On Basic Techniques

Explore Learning On Classic Guzheng Music

How to Support Us

Your support empowers our organization to give back to communities and achieve our missions and goals. By coming together, we can create lasting positive change, uplift individuals and communities in need, and foster a brighter future for all. Join us in making a difference and becoming an integral part of our collective journey towards a better society.