Protecting the Sabai culture in Xinjiang

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Sabai is an ancient Uyghur musical instrument. There are nearly 200 folk artists who can play Sabai in Yuepuhu County, Xinjiang.

In recent years, Yuepuhu County has increased the protection of Sabai's performance art, encouraged folk artists to go out to participate in competitions and performances, made costumes for folk artists, and promoted Sabhai culture.

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Involving musical instruments

sabayi

Sabayi (pinyin: Sà bā yī) is a percussion instrument of Uyghur, Uzbek and other ethnic groups, popular in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region. Often used for singing and dancing accompaniment, it is not only an important rhythm instrument, but also a prop for male dancers. In the folk, most of Sabay sings "Mexilep" accompaniment, adding a warm atmosphere.