Chinese traditional musical instruments are treasures of Chinese culture. They have strong nationalistic characteristics and diversity. This section will introduce five famous traditional musical instruments.

Erhu (二胡 ）is also called Chinese violin or fiddle. It is a two-stringed bowed instrument. Erhu is a very common traditional instrument, can can convey a wide range of emotions though it has only two strings. Please enjoy the following famous Erhu music called "The Moon Reflected in Er-Quan"(二泉映月)，

  

Pipa (琵琶 ) is also called Chinese lute. It is the most difficult traditional Chinese instrument, but could play very expressive music. In ancient paintings, Pipa is often found in the hands of heavenly maidens. Please enjoy the following pretty piece of Pi pa music called "Three Stanzas of Plum-blossoms" (梅花三弄).

   
  

Guzheng (古筝) is a  plucked string zither instrument which is easy to learn at basic level.It looks beautiful and always sound beautiful which could inspire peace and tranquillity. Please enjoy the following beautiful Guzheng music called "Zen Cloud Water" (云水禅心).

Guqin (古琴) is an ancient zither which has plucked seven strings. In ancient China, it is very important for the high culture  to master the Guqin. It has been designated as a masterpiece of UNESCO's Oral and Intangible Heritage. Please enjoy the following beautiful Guqin music called "High Mountain and Running River" (高山流水).

Dizi (笛子), the Chinese transverse woodwind flute, is widely used in the Chinese folk music. It is usually made by bamboo. Dizi is simple and easy to carry, so it is a popular instrument in China. Please enjoy the following pretty Dizi music called "Moonlit Night on Autumn Lake" (秋湖月夜).