TECHNIQUE AND EMOTION IN CHINESE YANGQIN PERFORMANCE

Abstract

This paper aims to study the technique and Emotion in Chinese Yangqin Performance. The scope of this research covers the technique system's composition, the influence of performers' subjective emotions, and the intrinsic connections between specific techniques and emotional expression. The methodology integrates literature review, long-term participatory observation, and in-depth interviews to investigate the practical mechanisms from multiple dimensions. Research findings reveal that technique and emotion are mutually reinforcing. Emotional expressiveness depends on key factors including personal experience, technical proficiency, and understanding of the works. Performers' individualized application of techniques is core to their role as emotional constructors. The benefit of this study is its provision of a systematic reference for performance theory and teaching practice, emphasizing that Yangqin performance is an art of emotional communication rather than merely a technical presentation.