It expresses warm, uninhibited, happy feelings. It makes extensive use of large position changes and gliding vibrato, all of which are unique characteristics of the Central State - Henan. This is one of the best known compositions from the early period of Cantonese instrumental music. It abounds with the beauty of Southern China. The lively rhythm and modulation evoke the pattering of raindrops on the plantain leaves as the trees sway in the breeze.
Embellishment is a common method of composition using a known note-sequence.
In this version, the liuban is moderately embellished and decreased in tempo, making the music highly lyrical and colorful. Lee Yuan-Yuan, Yangqin Soloist Traditional music popular in the Northeastern Provinces of China. This is an emotional and musically-moving composition. Intermission Autumn Moon on the Lake Traditional Silk and Bamboo Favorite repertory of the Silk and Bamboo Ensemble. This music was made popular by Lu Wen-cheng.