2009 Grade Exam evaluations have been mailed out. Candidates who receive distinction are invited to perform in the concert recital on Nov 21, 2009. Performance is open to the public. Free admission.
The Ruan is also known as the moon guitar that appears much later in Chinese history compared to other Chinese traditional instruments. It is fitted with four strings and frets with a wooden soundboard. Ruan comes in a variety of different sizes and pitches, forming a family of soprano, alto, tenor and bass, a development intended to increases its range and effectiveness in the modern Chinese orchestra. The alto and the tenor are most commonly used.
The ruan has a mellow tone quality. It is often seen in ensembles or in accompaniments but it has also become a solo instrument in recent years.
The Ruan is also known as the moon guitar that appears much later in Chinese history compared to other Chinese traditional instruments. It is fitted with four strings and frets with a wooden soundboard. Ruan comes in a variety of different sizes and pitches, forming a family of soprano, alto, tenor and bass, a development intended to increases its range and effectiveness in the modern Chinese orchestra. The alto and the tenor are most commonly used.