The guqin, also known as the seven-stringed qin, is one of the traditional Chinese musical instruments with a long history and profound cultural heritage. The sound of the guqin is melodious and can express people's inner emotions. Before playing the guqin, it first needs to be tuned. Below, we will introduce in detail the tuning method corresponding to the 7 strings of the guqin.
The seven strings of the guqin, from thick to thin, are called one string to seven strings. When tuning, you need to use auxiliary tools such as tuners or tuning forks to ensure the accuracy and harmony of the tone.
First of all, a set of A tones (440Hz) in the small characters of the piano is used as the standard tone, and the first string of the guqin is adjusted to make it the same as the standard tone. Next, the tone of the other six strings is adjusted according to a specific interval relationship, using the first string as a reference.
After the first string is set, adjust the second string to A1 (465Hz) five degrees higher than the first string. Using the second string as the benchmark, adjust the third string to A2 (523Hz) three degrees higher than the second string. Then, using the third string as the benchmark, adjust the fourth string to A3 (554Hz) two degrees higher than the third string. And so on, the fifth string is adjusted to A4 (622Hz) four degrees higher than the fourth string, the sixth string is adjusted to A5 (659Hz) three degrees higher than the fifth string, and finally the seventh string is adjusted to A6 (701Hz) two degrees higher than the sixth string.
During the tuning process, it is necessary to pay attention to the changes in the timbre to ensure the harmony and unity of the timbre after each adjustment. At the same time, it is necessary to master a certain amount of strength and speed to avoid excessive force causing the strings to break. In addition to the basic tuning skills, playing the guqin also requires mastering some other playing skills. For example, when plucking with the right hand, you should pay attention to the control of force and speed, and when pressing the strings with the left hand, you should be precise and moderate in force to maintain the beauty of the timbre and the flow of the melody.
In addition, the mastery of breathing and rhythm is also one of the keys to playing the guqin. When playing the guqin, it is necessary to control the breathing reasonably to make the timbre more natural and smooth. At the same time, it is necessary to grasp the change of rhythm to make the performance more expressive and appealing.
In short, the tuning of the guqin is an important preparation before playing, and only by ensuring the accuracy and harmony of the tone can the unique charm of the guqin be better interpreted. Through continuous practice and exploration, I believe that every guqin lover can master this skill and enjoy a wonderful journey.