The playing technique of the liuqin is similar to that of the pipa. In some places, Liuqin is played in the same way as Ruan. The right hand has strumming, picking, double playing, double picking, sweeping and round playing, etc., and the left hand has chanting, hitting, stringing, pushing and pulling strings and overtones, etc. The fingering symbols are the same as those of the pipa.

In folk bands, liuqin is a high-pitched instrument for plucked instruments. Its sound effect is unique, and it is not easily covered by other instruments. It is often used to play the main melody of the high-pitched area, and sometimes it also plays gorgeous and highly skilled cadenza pieces. It is suitable for playing cheerful, contrasting, rhythmic, elastic and lively tunes, as well as beautiful, lyrical melodies.

Liuqin also has the sound effect of the Western musical instrument mandolin, which is even more unique when it cooperates with Western bands, and can also blend in and complement each other in tone. In the folk band - Changzhou Silk Strings, the liuqin can work closely with the main flute, playing a foil, enhancing contrast and decorative role. In an instrumental ensemble, sometimes it is still in the lead position, and it can adjust the timbre changes very well.

Liuqin can play various degrees of chords and chords. Natural overtones are sensitive and clear, and the effect is good. Its tremolo playing method is also characteristic, when it is played strongly, it is tense and warm; when it is played weakly, it is quiet and sweet. The playing method of liuqin requires the playing state to be naturally coordinated, stretched and generous, the force unobstructed, simple and labor-saving, and elastic. The physiological function of playing with both hands should be perfectly combined with the principles of mechanics and kinematics, so as to relax and coordinate the movements of the muscles of the forearm, wrist and knuckles, so that the force and force can be exerted just right to obtain high-quality and pure timbre and the required volume, and Keep the transition and connection of various technical skills smooth and without traces, and the performance will last for a long time. The specific requirements are:

1. The right hand holding the pick and the method of exerting force: the right hand is in a natural state of half fist, the small joint of the thumb is slightly convex in the natural state, use the front of the finger pad of the first joint to pinch the pick on the front side of the first joint of the index finger, and avoid the thumb sinking. , the moment when the pick touches the string (passing the string) is mainly controlled by the combined force of the thumb and the index finger pinching the pick. It is necessary to master the coordination and unity of arm strength, wrist strength and finger strength, and to have a degree of tightness. The main parts of the force are different for different techniques, but the final force point must be passed to the pick. The wrist must be relaxed, flexible and elastic.

2. The method of pressing the strings and exerting force with the left hand: the left hand is in a natural state of half-clenched fist. It is necessary to master the principle of exerting force on the large joints of the fingers and experience the feeling of making a fist. Emphasis is placed on strengthening the basic skills training of finger strength and flexibility and the balance of the four fingers.

The main points of Liuqin holding posture: First of all, we must master the principles of naturalness, relaxation, stability, generosity, coordination and beauty. It enables both hands to maximize their physiological functions and complete various performance technical movements with high quality. The second is to grasp the support point and balance point of the bracket. The gravity of the piano should be concentrated on the bracket, that is, the inclination of the piano should not be too large (the piano can basically stand up without the left hand), and use the thumb of the left hand to lightly support the neck of the piano, so that the handle can be moved up and down freely.