The Chinese call a percussion ensemble luogu which means "gongs and drums". The ensemble may range in size from two players to a small group. Percussion ensembles are used in a variety of settings: in theatres, parades, and in folk music groups.

The four major instruments used in Chinese percussion music are the bo (cymbals), the xiaoluo (small gong), the daluo (large gong) and the dagu (large skin-headed drum).

Wise Moves is proud to have on our team one of the few Chinese musicians working in education who imparts knowledge about China's musical heritage and its instruments with great skill and enthusiasm.

About Our Workshops

• Chinese Percussion workshops are suitable for all ages and abilities and SEN
• They are fun, inspirational, educational and celebrate diversity and promote unity
• We can take up to 30 pupils in each session
• Session lengths range from 30 minutes to an hour (or more) depending upon the age of the pupils participating and your desired outcome
• Pupils learn about Chinese percussion instruments and ensemble performances
• They are introduced to a range of percussion instruments as well as to a selection of instruments such as the Dizi (bamboo Flute), the Erhu (two string fiddle) and the jinghu (Bamboo fiddle)
• They explore rhythm and counting on authentic Chinese percussion instruments under the tutorlage of our artist who accompanies them on the Erhu, Dizi or Jinghu
• Workshop content is adapted depending on the age and experience of those participating
• These workshops also aim to provide pupils with a window into Chinese culture and the origins of Chinese musical traditions and the importance of music to the people of China
• Workshops can lead to a showing or performance if you so wish

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