Qilu.com Lightning News, December 15th The red drum beats out more than 100 years of craftsmanship. Four generations choose one thing, and stick to the drum that has resounded for a hundred years in ordinary life.
Starting from Wu Changguo's grandfather Wu Shaonan in 1852, it has been *** to him, but with the change of the times, there is a big problem in the sales of drums, and many villagers gradually abandoned this craft. With the efforts of Wu Changguo, "Yatou Drum" has become an iconic brand of domestic yellow cowhide drums.
Under the impact of the torrent of the times, the Wu family has consistently inherited the century-old drum-making skills with the diligence and perseverance of four generations. Celebration of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China, the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, and the 11th National Games of the People's Republic of China. Wu Changguo deeply understands the significance of this craft, and at this time he is also carefully cultivating the fifth generation of successors, and firmly passing on the intangible cultural heritage of "Yatou Drum".
Flash News reporter Lin Yiming reported from Zibo City.