The erhu is a treasure among traditional Chinese musical instruments, and its melodious melody is intoxicating. However, in order to master this instrument, it is not enough to rely on the strings of the right hand, the left hand is equally important. So, when pulling the erhu, how should the left hand be placed and how should it be operated?Next, let's unravel the mystery together.
1.Bow holding posture: Hold the erhu bow handle with your left hand, place your thumb under the bow shaft, and bend the other four fingers naturally to buckle the bow shaft to form a stable bow grip posture.
2.Press the strings: The left index finger, middle finger, and ring finger are pressed in turn, and the thumb is located on the outside to play a supporting role. When pressing the string, pay attention to the fingertips perpendicular to the string surface, and use even force, not too tight or too loose.
3.Finger Pitch Adjustment: Adjust the distance between your left fingers appropriately according to the needs of the song, so that you can accurately press different pitches. In general, the distance between two adjacent fingers is about a small second.
4.Bow shaft angle: In the process of pulling the string, pay attention to the angle between the bow shaft and the string surface, which is generally kept at about 45 degrees. This ensures a full tone and prevents slippage.
5.Left-hand range of motion: Since the erhu does not have a fret column, the left hand can slide freely on the strings, so it has a very wide range. This requires the left hand to have enough range of motion to adapt to a variety of complex works.
6.Performance skills: Skillful use of portamento, vibrato, ornamentation and other techniques can make the performance of the erhu more colorful.
7.How to practice Xi: To practice your left-hand technique, you can start with simple scales and arpeggios Xi and then gradually transition to complex pieces.
The place of the left hand in erhu performance is self-evident, and every subtle movement of the hand can affect the timbre and intonation. Only by mastering the correct left-hand posture and operation method can you truly appreciate the charm of the erhu. Did you find this article helpful?Do you have any experience or advice on learning Xi erhu?Welcome to leave a message to share!