介绍:
Ma Xiaohui, one of China’s top folk musicians, insists on communicating with the world through her erhu, a traditional-Chinese musical instrument.
She has played the erhu since she was six. Both of her parents, who are fond of music, left a deep impression on her. At that time, the erhu was a magical thing to her.
“The erhu can be traced back to ancient China, more than 1,000 years ago. Although it has only two strings, it can convey a wide range of emotions,” said Ma. “The erhu is considered as the Chinese violin. It has gained popularity in the world. Why can’t the erhu become as popular as the violin?” Ma says that she will always promote the art of performing the erhu throughout the world.
“Dialogue implies that the two instruments are on an equal footing, and are able to interact with each other. It’s the wealth of all mankind. If the romance, elegance and vividness of Western music can be lent to Chinese traditional music, the performance will give fans more surprises,” Ma said.
Ma started the “Erhu Dialogues” project in 2003. Since then, she has conducted “dialogues” with dozens of instruments during hundreds of concerts held around the world. She has dedicated herself to introducing the erhu to the world.
Ma has used her faith and techniques to prove that erhu music is powerful and that it can warm people’s hearts and bring love and beauty to the world. A daily newspaper of Germany said, “The erhu, an ordinary musical instrument in appearance, gains an incredible strength through the interpretation of Ma Xiaohui.”
To her, the erhu is not just a simple instrument, but also an art communicator. In addition to performing the erhu, Ma has participated in various welfare activities. She has hosted more than 100 lectures around the world for free.
“I benefited a lot from the help of my teachers, colleagues and friends on my way to becoming an artist, so I decided to repay society. Participating in charity will be my lifelong duty and responsibility,” said Ma.
