Hey friends! 🎮🎭 Have you ever imagined how ancient music could mix with modern video games? Well, get ready for an exciting story!
What’s Happening?
A really old and special kind of Chinese opera called Qinqiang (pronounced ‘Chin-chang’) is teaming up with the popular video game Counter-Strike (CS)! 🤩 At the 2024 Shanghai Counter-Strike Major tournament, which ended on December 15, players and fans heard Qinqiang music as part of a new music kit called “Hualian” (which means “Painted Face”). How cool is that? 😊
What is Qinqiang Opera?
Qinqiang Opera is one of China’s oldest traditional operas, starting way back in the Western Zhou Dynasty (over 3,000 years ago)! 🏯 It’s famous for its loud and powerful singing, dramatic expressions, and colorful costumes. Performers use special skills to bring stories to life, making it super exciting to watch. 🎶🎤
Keeping Traditions Alive
In Baoji City, in China’s Shaanxi Province, there’s a brand-new Qinqiang Opera Museum that opened in February 2024. 🏛️ This museum is like a time machine that shows the history of Qinqiang Opera and helps people learn about it. They use cool technology like 3D displays to show how performers sing and act. Visitors can see amazing costumes, masks, and learn all about this awesome art form. 🖼️👘
Why is This Important?
By mixing Qinqiang Opera with modern video games, more people around the world can discover and enjoy this ancient art. It shows how old traditions can find new life in today’s world. Maybe you’ll even hear some Qinqiang music the next time you play a game! 🎮🌟
Join the Fun!
No matter your age, everyone can enjoy the exciting world of Qinqiang Opera. Maybe one day you’ll visit the museum or watch a performance. Or perhaps you’ll hear its music in your favorite game. The possibilities are endless! 😊👍
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
