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How to play the dizi ? -- Chinese flute [part 1]

Name: How to play the dizi ? -- Chinese flute [part 1]
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Chen Chung-shen Dizi teaching method -- help you learn an ethnic instrument without getting stuck

Created byChen Chung-sheng 陳中申

Last updated 10/2020

English

What you'll learn

How to make a correct mouth shape (embouchure) to play the dizi
Attach and adjust the reed membrane (dimo)
Play the simple dizi duets
Play some short songs with dizi
Play with piano accompaniment
All the basic knowledge for playing the dizi

Course content

10 sections • 55 lectures • 3h 14m total length

Introduction of the course2:20
physical material :
・Textbook (4 books with a bamboo pipe and the english translation brochure)
・Dizi in G key (with a set of dimo and er-jiao for free) and a bamboo pipe
contact us: bamboof.007@gmail.com
[ Listen to a Classic ] : A Thousand Years of Red2:53
If you want to listen to the full music, you can search the key word "萬年紅" on youtube.
You will find several different versions of this song! :-)
如果你想要聽完全曲的話，可以在youtube搜尋“萬年紅”
可以找到各種不同演奏的版本！
[ Play the Dizi ] : How to make a sound with a tube?5:43
We practice blowing into a bamboo pipe in this episode before we start to play the dizi.
It helps you get used to the feeling of blowing air into an aerophone instrument.
在本章節在開始吹笛子之前，我們會先練習一起吹竹管，幫助我們習慣吹氣到吹管樂器裡的感覺。
[ Play the Dizi ] : Making the mouth shape "yu"4:29
In this episode, teacher Chen will teach you how to make the correct mouth shape to help you make a clear sound.
You can download the textbook PDF. It's on the right side~!
在本章節，陳老師會教導大家如何做出正確的嘴型並發出清晰的聲音。
歡迎點選下載講義的PDF，在影片的右側！
[ Recite a Poem ] 11:34
practice reciting a poem as part of the dizi course, focusing on oral performance and expression, while the caption includes references to Google, Yahoo, and TSA.

Review the previous lesson2:03
Let's practice blowing the bamboo pipe.
一起練習吹竹管吧！
[ Listen to a Classic ] : Birds in Shade4:51
Learn to play the dizi, the Chinese flute, by listening to a classic birds in shade piece. Explore expressive phrasing and technique to bring this traditional instrument to life.
[ Play the Dizi ] : The structure of dizi2:13
This episode briefly introduces the structure of dizi, if you want to learn more detail, you can see it in the attached material.
這個章節大致地介紹了笛子的構造，如果你想要了解更多細節，可以在附帶的教材裡看到～
[ Play the Dizi ] : How to hold the dizi?2:31
This class will teach you how to hold the dizi correctly while playing.
這一課教導正確的持笛方式～
[ Play the Dizi ] : Air gap3:29
Air gap is the hole made my lips as known as the embouchure hole in western wind instruments.
In this class teacher Chen will teach you how to make an air gap, which allows you to make a clear sound.
風門是由嘴唇開出來的小洞，如同西洋管樂器講的吹口。
在這個章節陳老師會教大家如何開出好的風門，幫助大家能吹奏出更清晰的音色。
[ Play the Dizi ] : Exercises10:22
The exercises in this class consist of only three notes do, re, mi.
It help you practice the fingering of these three notes.
在這一課裡的練習曲都只有以三個音 do, re, mi 所組成，可以幫助你熟練這三個音的指法。
[ Recite a Poem ] 21:19
Recite a poem while learning to play the dizi, the Chinese flute, and explore English, al Qaeda, and cell phone communication in Orlando within a one-sentence show context.

Review the previous lesson！1:29
exercise 2-6
練習曲2-6
[ Listen to a Classic ] : Journey To Suzhou3:28
Play the dizi while listening to a classic Journey to Suzhou, and reflect on freedom and nonpartisanship revealed on election night.
[ Play the Dizi ] : Exercises and the breathing method6:08
In this episode, aside from the instruction of the exercise, will also tell you the gist of breathing.
在這個章節裡除了練習曲解說之外，還有換氣的要領！
[ Play the Dizi ] : Posture2:19
This video will introduce the standing and the sitting posture while playing the dizi.
這段影片會介紹演奏笛子時的站姿跟坐姿。
[ Play the Dizi ] : Let's play the duet！2:56
If you've practiced the first part of the exercises well, let's join the duet! The arrangements are simple but also very interesting! You can also download the wav file to practice with~~!
如果你已經練好了第一步，就加入二重奏的行列吧！合奏的編曲雖然簡單也很充滿趣味！你也可以下載wav音檔來練習喔！
[ Recite a Poem ] 31:33
Practice reciting a poem as you learn to play the dizi, blending poetic expression with Chinese flute technique.

Review the previous lesson！2:20
exercise 3-4
練習曲3-4
[ Listen to a Classic ] : Song of Joy3:28
Listen to a classic and explore how the song of joy evolves as tunes change, guiding your dizi practice toward Jungleland-inspired moods.
[ Play the Dizi ] : The fingering of note si and la7:29
The right hand is added in this class. You will learn the fingering of note si and la, and also practice the jumping fingering.
在這刻右手也加進來了。這刻將會介紹si跟la的指法，也要練習跳進的指法。
[ Play the Dizi ] : Possible reasons for not making a sound3:09
If you fail to make a sound, here are some possible reasons. Let's stand in front of a mirror and check them one by one.
如果你無法成功地吹出聲音，有些可能的原因。一起站在鏡子前面一一檢查自己的動作吧！
[ Recite a Poem ] 41:49
The lecture presents a collage of phrases and names for reciting a poem, highlighting varied imagery and rhythm from the caption.

Review the previous lesson！1:30
exercise 4-6
練習曲 4-6
[ Listen to a Classic ] : Spring Dawn at Yang-Ming Mountain5:06
Practice the dizi, a Chinese flute, while listening to the classic spring dawn at Yang-Ming Mountain. Interpret the accompanying caption's names and references in Taiwan as you study the piece.
[ Play the Dizi ] : Exercises4:05
The phrases in this class are getting longer, so you will need to regulate your breath more consciously. But don't worry, teacher Chen will teach us how to practice!
在本課的樂句變得比較長了，所以你需要對換氣有更好的控制。不過別擔心！陳老師會教導我們該怎麼練習！
[ Play the Dizi ] : Let's play the duet！2:53
Let's play the four beautiful duets with Miss Lai and the child!
一起和賴老師還有小朋友來演奏這四首優美的二重奏吧！
[ Recite a Poem ] 51:52
Explore how language and media shape everyday life, from English usage and Socialcam cues to dinner routines, trade challenges, and community reflections.

Review the previous lesson！2:13
exercise 5-4
練習曲 5-4
[ Listen to a Classic ] : Bamboo Flute Concerto4:27
Listen to a classic bamboo flute concerto to guide your dizi practice in part 1 of the course.
[ Play the Dizi ] : Exercises7:51
The bass note sol is added in this class. And there are more details you should be concerned when you're playing. Teacher Chen will demonstrate them through the exercises to help you understand clearly.
在這一課，最低音sol也加進來了。也有越來越多細節是在演奏時需要注意的。陳老師會透過練習曲來示範幫助我們更了解。
[ Recite a Poem ] 62:01
Learn to recite a poem while exploring the basics of playing the dizi, the Chinese flute. Connect performance elements with cultural context from the course.

Review the previous lesson！1:44
exercise 6-6
練習曲 6-6
[ Listen to a Classic ] : Three Variations on Plum Blossom2:45
Listen to a classic performance of three variations on plum blossom on the dizi, introducing core ideas for playing the Chinese flute.
[ Play the Dizi ] : Exercises (part 1)3:39
The progressed exercises with bass note sol
進階的筒音sol練習曲。
[ Play the Dizi ] : Exercises (part 2)6:34
This class introduces the syncopated rhythm which can enrich the variation of music. let's do it together!
這一課介紹了能讓音樂變得更有變化的切分拍節奏，一起來學習吧！
[ Play the Dizi ] : Let's play the duet！3:35
Learn to play the dizi, the Chinese flute, and perform a duet in part 1, exploring basic techniques and collaborative playing.
[ Play the Dizi ] : How to attach the dimo?4:54
In this class teacher Chen will demonstrate how to attatch the dimo. And the more details about how to adjust the dimo are written in the textbook PDF. you can download it on the right side of this video~!
在這一課裡陳老師會教大家如何貼笛膜。關於笛膜該如何調整的更多細節有寫在課本裡面，大家可以從影片點選下載PDF來學習！
[ Recite a Poem ] 72:29
Master the dizi, a Chinese flute, through practical playing techniques and performance-focused poem recitation, guided by a diverse range of voices and cultural references.

Opening remark0:52
Discover deeply unpopular ideas referenced in the opening remarks of the course on how to play the dizi, the Chinese flute.
[ Listen to a Classic ] : Happy Newlyweds2:44
Listen to a classic: happy newlyweds, performed on the dizi, the chinese flute, part 1.
[ Play the Dizi ] : short song duet7:57
Miss Lai and the little Ye Yen-bo will play the short songs' duet for us.
賴老師跟葉彥伯小朋友會為大家示範演奏小品曲的二重奏。
[ Play the Dizi ] : short songs with piano accompaniment5:44
Teacher Chen will play the four short songs in this lesson with piano accompaniment for us. If you've practiced well, you can pick up your dizi and join the video, or download the accompaniments mp3 to play along with.
陳老師會示範跟著鋼琴伴奏一起演奏本課的四首小品曲。如果你已經練好了，就可以跟著老師一起吹，或者下載伴奏的mp3檔案來跟著吹喔！
[ Recite a Poem ] 81:36
Explore reciting a poem as part of practicing the dizi, weaving focus on voice, rhythm, and expression to enhance performance of the Chinese flute.

Opening remark0:45
Open with an opening remark that reveals an unpopular idea, guiding students through fragmented lines to explore ambiguity, tension, and interpretation in the early lesson.
[ Listen to a Classic ] : Light Journey Song2:13
Learn to play the dizi, a Chinese flute, by listening to a classic light journey song and exploring how to approach a timeless melody.
[ Play the Dizi ] : The Slur on Dizi4:53
Slur is an important musical symbol for dizi. It indicates if a note should be aspirated or not. Here are some examples in this video for you to help you understand the differences when it's marked on the notation.
圓滑線是笛子很重要的演奏符號。他標示了音是否需要吐舌。在這段影片裡有一些例子可以提供你了解它在演奏上的作用。
[ Play the Dizi ] : Short Song Duet5:06
Let's join the duet!
加入二重奏吧！
[ Play the Dizi ] : Short Songs with Piano Accompaniment3:33
Learn to play the dizi, the Chinese flute, and perform short songs with piano accompaniment.
[ Recite a Poem ] 92:19
Recite a poem 9 surveys english language references and international topics, including al qaeda, taliban, and libya, alongside a bankruptcy mission and related law discussions.

Opening remark0:49
Explore how to play the dizi, a Chinese flute, through an opening remark that sets the mood and introduces themes mentioned in the caption.
[ Listen to a Classic ] : The Coquette Teases the Doyen2:48
Listen to a classic piece and observe how the coquette teases the doyen, linking the Chinese flute dizi context to how long it takes for listeners to notice improvements.
[ Play the Dizi ] : Short Song Duet7:54
Congrats! This is the last lesson in elementary textbook part 1 ! Keep going~!
恭喜來到初階教材上篇的最後一課了！繼續前進吧～！
[ Play the Dizi ] : Short Songs with Piano Accompaniment5:33
Learn to play the dizi through short songs with piano accompaniment, coordinating flute melodies with piano support to develop expressive phrasing.
[ Recite a Poem ] 102:33
Recite a poem as you learn to play the dizi, a Chinese flute, in part 1 of the how to play the dizi course.

Requirements

We use the numbered musical notation in the video courses, which is easier to read for beginners in music.
Most support materials(handout and accompaniment audio file) is provided in this online course, as for the textbook(with staff version sheet music) and the instrument are additionally sold. Welcome to contact us if you need!
A dizi (Chinese bamboo flute) in G key, dimo(reed membrane), and er-jiao(glue) are required.

Description

This course is elaborately written by Taiwan Dizi Master, Mr. Chen Chung-sheng, with his 50 years teaching and performing experience.

It will introduces you how to play the dizi(Chinese bamboo flute) starting from knowing nothing about music~

This course is designed for the beginners to have one class per week(15~25 min); practice 30 min per day, then you will lay the solid groundwork, and be able to play some short songs after finishing the 10 lessons.

Each class is divided into three parts :

1. Listen to a classic

2. Play the dizi

3. Recite a poem

The second part titled “Play the Dizi” is the kernel of this course, mainly focused on the instruction of playing techniques for Dizi.

The first part titled “Listen to a Classic” and the third part titled ” Recite a Poem” are both expected to expose you more broadly to Dizi from the aspect of culture.

Physical materials including: (you can consider if you need them.)
Dizi in G key, dimo, er-jiao, and the textbook.

the buying link will be posted in the first lesson.

・If you don't have an instrument

The dizi we prepare for you is especially designed for this course, which is not expensive but sounds very nice, and also easy to blow.

・Textbook

Most sheet music of exercises and short songs are shown in the video with numbered musical notation, you can play all the tunes with the online courses.

Who this course is for:

Anyone in any country who is interested in Chinese ethnic music.
Beginners in music

How to play the dizi ? -- Chinese flute [part 1]

What you'll learn

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Course content

Lesson 1: Blowing the bamboo pipe5 lectures • 17min

Lesson 2: Do Re Mi Exercise (part 1)7 lectures • 27min

Lesson 3: Do Re Mi Exercise (part 2)6 lectures • 18min

Lesson 4 – Si La Exercise (Part 1)5 lectures • 18min

Lesson 5 – Si La Exercise (Part 2)5 lectures • 15min

Lesson 6 – Practicing Note Sol (part 1)4 lectures • 17min

Lesson 7 – Practicing Note Sol (part 2)7 lectures • 26min

Lesson 8 – Lesson 8 – Short Songs (1)5 lectures • 19min

Lesson 9 – Short Songs (2)6 lectures • 19min

Lesson 10 – Short Songs (3)5 lectures • 20min

Requirements

Description

Who this course is for: