People who know erhu usually have certain theoretical knowledge and playing skills, and these skills can be applied to other similar stringed instruments to a certain extent. The jinghu, also known as the jingerhu, is an accompaniment instrument in traditional Chinese operas such as Peking opera, and has many similarities with the erhu in structure, timbre, and playing technique. Therefore, people who know erhu have a certain advantage to learn Xi Jinghu.
First of all, in terms of playing techniques, the basic techniques such as bowing, fingering, and glissandos are similar to those of the erhu and jinghu, and those who know erhu can master these techniques more quickly on the jinghu. However, there are also some unique techniques in Jinghu's playing techniques, such as "twisting" and "pressing strings", which require additional Xi and mastery.
Secondly, in terms of theory, Erhu and Jinghu have the same knowledge of scale, key and rhythm. People who know erhu can use these theoretical knowledge to understand and master the characteristics of Jinghu more quickly.
However, although people who know erhu have certain advantages when learning to Xi jinghu, jinghu and erhu are still different in terms of timbre, vocal range, and expressiveness. The timbre of Jinghu is brighter and high-pitched, which is suitable for expressing the passionate atmosphere of Peking Opera. Therefore, people who know erhu also need to adjust their timbre and expression techniques when learning to Xi Jinghu to better adapt to the characteristics of Jinghu.
In short, people who know erhu have certain advantages when learning to Xi Jinghu, but in order to truly master the performance skills and characteristics of Jinghu, they also need to carry out targeted learning and Xi and practice Xi.