Writing, which has been the means of cultural transmission for the ruling class since the time of the Koumon script, has produced more than 2,000 years of culture in the Chinese character cultural sphere. On the other hand, the non-literate culture of China has an even longer history than the literate culture, has a much larger number of people who enjoy it, and has been handed down orally and by heart. Music, which is connected to traditional performing arts such as Peking Opera, drama, and storytelling, is the best way to understand the essence of Chinese culture. With musical scores and bibliographical materials, this book is essential for understanding and studying Chinese music.
