Uygur Muqam Tradition Thrives in Xinjiang’s Heartlands
CGTN’s documentary explores how Uygur Muqam traditions thrive in Xinjiang, showcasing local artists’ dedication to preserving their cultural heritage.
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Sambuu’s Morin Khuur: Preserving Mongolia’s Living Musical Heritage
Xinjiang-based musician Sambuu revitalizes Mongolia’s 800-year-old horse-head fiddle tradition through education and innovation, bridging past and present.
Morin Khuur: Echoes of Mongolia’s Soul on Xinjiang’s Grasslands
Xinjiang’s morin khuur tradition thrives through artists like Sambuu, blending ancestral Mongolian melodies with the living soundscape of China’s western grasslands.
Exploring Uygur Muqam: Kashi’s Musical Heritage Revived in CGTN Documentary
CGTN’s latest episode explores Uygur Muqam in Kashi, highlighting efforts to preserve Xinjiang’s musical traditions through community and heritage.
Exploring Uygur Heritage: Chasing Muqam’s Journey Through Xinjiang
CGTN’s Nadim Diab embarks on a cultural journey in Xinjiang, exploring the Uygur Muqam tradition through music, dance, and history in ‘Chasing Muqam – Episode 2.’
Guqin Master Bridges Cultures in Sino-Togolese Musical Fusion
Chinese guqin master Zhang Xuguang and Togolese student Tété Daniel Koudama forge a cross-cultural bond through music, showcasing unity in diversity.
When Chinese Drums Meet African Djembes: A Cross-Continental Rhythm Reshapes 2026 Cultural Landscape
In 2026, Chinese drums and African djembes create a rhythmic dialogue bridging ancient traditions and modern collaboration, fostering cross-cultural understanding.
Miao Ethnic Group Celebrates Vibrant Lusheng Festival in Guizhou
The Miao ethnic group gathered in Congjiang County, Guizhou Province, to celebrate the annual Lusheng Festival with traditional costumes, music, and dance.
Melodious Magic: Exploring the Miao People’s Enchanting “Flying Songs” in Guizhou
The Miao people’s “flying songs” are an enchanting tradition in Guizhou Province, China, echoing across mountains and touching hearts, weaving music into every aspect of daily life.
Young Tibetan Artist Tenzin Yeshe Revitalizes Traditional Music
Young Tibetan musician Tenzin Yeshe captivates global audiences by blending traditional Tibetan sounds of the dramyin with modern musical genres, revitalizing ancient melodies for a new generation.
Mountaintop Melodies: The Kam Grand Choirs of Huanggang Village
In Huanggang Village, young Dong singers of the Kam Grand Choirs gather each evening to share their joyful melodies, celebrating nature, work, and community through song.
Dong People in Guangxi Celebrate National Day with Dance and Music
The Dong people of Guangxi’s Sanjiang Dong Autonomous County marked China’s National Day with vibrant cultural performances, showcasing traditional music, dance, and instruments.
Miao Girls Celebrate Heritage Through Soulful Mountain Songs
Miao girls in traditional attire sing soulful mountain songs during festivals, expressing joy and carrying ancestral blessings through embroidered patterns and silver ornaments.
Beijing’s Ancient Melodies Revived at Temple of Earth Music Season
Beijing’s music season “Timeless Acoustics within the Ancient Walls” began at the Temple of Earth Park, offering a cultural celebration that bridges history and modernity with traditional melodies.
Preserving the Veena: Two Men’s Journey to Save India’s Ancient Instrument
Two men in India dedicate their lives to preserving the Veena, the nation’s ancient instrument. Facing challenges in crafting and mastering it, they fight to protect these strings of tradition.
Traditional Fair in Jinan Celebrates Dragon Boat Festival with Modern Twist
Jinan’s Dragon Boat Festival fair blends traditional crafts with modern music, inviting locals and tourists to celebrate cultural heritage with a contemporary twist.
Exploring Nanyin: The Soulful Sound of Quanzhou’s Cultural Heritage
Discover Nanyin, the enchanting and soulful music tradition of Quanzhou in Fujian province, featuring elegant melodies played on unique instruments like the dongxiao and pipa, preserving ancient folk tunes and poetry.
Echoes of the Eagle Flute: Preserving a 1,600-Year-Old Tradition on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau
A 1,600-year-old musical tradition on the Qinghai-Xizang Plateau is fading. The eagle flute faces extinction. Can devoted players preserve this cultural heritage?
Elder in Xizang Strives to Pass on Eagle Flute Tradition to Granddaughter
As age dims his sight, elder musician Yugu from Amdo County seeks to pass on the art of the eagle flute to his granddaughter, striving to preserve a fading tradition in Xizang’s highlands.
Echoes of Tradition: Tibetan Eagle Flute Master Revives Ancient Melodies in Xizang
At 73, Lhasa resident Tsenten revives the ancient melodies of the Tibetan eagle flute, preserving Xizang’s rich cultural heritage and sharing it with the world.