A Guqin Concert with Physics Insights | DKU Library Book Fair 2023

Guqin (古琴) is a traditional Chinese musical instrument that remains an important part of Chinese culture. The instrument has seven strings, and each string produces a different note. It is played by plucking the strings with the fingers and is known for its hauntingly beautiful sound.

Interestingly, the sound of the guqin is closely tied to physics and acoustics principles, including the vibration of strings, resonance, and sound wave propagation.

Guqin offers a fascinating intersection among music, culture, and physics. With a dialog between a well-known expert in guqin and a popular physics professor at DKU, this upcoming event promises an afternoon of entertainment and learning.