How to play the Miao Suona

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The Miao suona is a folk wind instrument that Miao compatriots like to see and hear. It occupies an important position in the life of the Miao people. Whenever the Miao township is on New Year's Day, wedding celebrations and other occasions, it is played to add to the fun.

How to play the Miao Suona

When playing the Miao suona, the body of the tube is placed upright, the suona is held in both hands, the little finger, ring finger, middle finger and index finger of the right hand press one to four holes respectively; With oboe whistle, it can be played with cyclic ventilation, and can be played flat or superfluous.

The Miao suona has a crisp and solid pronunciation, with a high-pitched and bright tone. The playing skills are quite rich, and the modulation method is also very unique. Its first, third, fourth and fifth holes can be played as do. Can be used for solo, ensemble or accompaniment.

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The Miao Suona (pinyin: miáo zú suǒ nà) is popular in the Miao areas of Jishou, Huayuan, Fenghuang and other counties in Xiangxi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture, Hunan Province.

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