Guzheng
The guzheng is a Chinese zither with 21 strings that produces cascading, ethereal melodies and is central to Chinese classical music. One of the oldest Chinese instruments, dating back over 2,500 years.
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The guzheng is a Chinese zither with 21 strings that produces cascading, ethereal melodies and is central to Chinese classical music. One of the oldest Chinese instruments, dating back over 2,500 years.
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One of the oldest Chinese instruments, representing the elegance of Chinese classical music
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One of the oldest Chinese instruments, dating back over 2,500 years.
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Origin
China
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One of the oldest Chinese instruments, representing the elegance of Chinese classical music
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Advanced
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