The Beauty of Kunqu Opera

香港中文大学

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This course will focus on the historical and cultural background, literary aesthetics, music, and performance of Kunqu, China’s classical opera. After viewing the lecture videos presented by scholars and renowned maestros in the field of Kunqu, students’ understanding and appreciation of Chinese performing arts, classical literature and traditional culture will be enhanced.

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英語（English）

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學生職業成果

50%

完成這些課程後已開始新的職業生涯

33%

通過此課程獲得實實在在的工作福利

可分享的證書

完成後獲得證書

100% 在線

立即開始，按照自己的計劃學習。

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完成時間大約為8 小時

英語（English）

字幕：英語（English）, 中文（繁體）

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香港中文大学

Founded in 1963, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a forward looking comprehensive research university with a global vision and a mission to combine tradition with modernity, and to bring together China and the West. CUHK teachers and students hail from all corners of the world. CUHK graduates are connected worldwide through an expansive alumni network.

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週

週 1

完成時間為 1 小時

An Introduction to the Beauty of Kunqu Opera

Welcome to The Beauty of Kunqu Opera! The following lecture videos will give you some ideas of the historical background and characteristics of Kunqu, China’s classical opera that originated more than 600 years ago and blossomed during the late Ming and early Qing dynasties (around 16th – 17th centuries). The introduction is followed by excerpts and analysis of The Peony Pavilion, Kunqu’s masterpiece. The poetic artistry shown in the arias, dialogues and dance movement of the characters exemplifies the aesthetic achievement of Kunqu.

完成時間為 1 小時

5 個視頻（總計 45 分鐘）

5 個視頻

1.1. A brief introduction to Kunqu4分鐘

1.2. High points of Kunqu during the late Ming and early Qing dynasties4分鐘

1.3. The socio-historical background of Kunqu in 16th- and 17th-century China6分鐘

1.4.The Peony Pavilion, its poetry and performance20分鐘

1.5. From page to stage: The Peony Pavilion as masterpiece8分鐘

1 個練習

Week 120分鐘

週

週 2

完成時間為 1 小時

The Beauty of Kunqu Music

Kunqu means music/song (qu) that originated from the district of Kunshan, Jiangsu province. The word itself shows the fundamental role played by music in this Chinese classical opera. This week, Prof. Lindy Li Mark from the California State University, East Bay will talk about the musical aspect of Kunqu. What are the musical features of Kunqu melodies? What is tune-type and what does a traditional score of Kunqu look like? How is the music of Kunqu different from that of the Western operas? What instruments are used in a Kunqu ensemble? Answers to these questions can be found in the lecture videos.

完成時間為 1 小時

5 個視頻（總計 45 分鐘）

5 個視頻

2.1. A brief introduction to Kunqu music5分鐘

2.2. Musical features of Kunqu melodies8分鐘

2.3. Analytical definition of tune-type: qupai18分鐘

2.4. Contrasts between Western opera and Kunqu opera6分鐘

2.5. Traditional instruments of Kunqu ensemble: changmian6分鐘

1 個練習

Week 220分鐘

週

週 3

完成時間為 2 小時

The Art of Kunqu Performance: the Male Role-Types

Just like other genres of Chinese opera, Kunqu has a broad range of role-types, such as male (sheng), female (dan), painted face (jing) and comic (chou). From this week on, legendary performing artists who have devoted their whole lives to Kunqu will talk about the role-types they specialize in and their facial makeup, costume, singing, speaking and movements. In addition, they will demonstrate some of the very important repertoires in Kunqu and share with us the characteristics of each of them.

完成時間為 2 小時

6 個視頻（總計 85 分鐘）

6 個視頻

3.1. Comparison between the young scholar and the official role-types10分鐘

3.2.1. Singing and speaking of the young scholar role-type10分鐘

3.2.2. Foot work and hand gestures of the young scholar role-type11分鐘

3.2.3. Hand, eye,body, and step combined: "Repartee of Zithers", a scene from The Jade Hairpin16分鐘

3.3. Demostration of the young official role-type: "Looking Homeward", a scene from The Shepherd15分鐘

3.4. Demostration of the great official role-type: "Lamenting before the Statue", a scene from The Palace of Eternal Life19分鐘

1 個練習

Week 316分鐘

週

週 4

完成時間為 2 小時

The Art of Kunqu Performance: the Female Role-Type

The female role-type is another prominent role-type of Kunqu and can be divided into a number of subtypes. In this week lively lectures and demonstration by Maestros Zhang Jingxian (mature female), Zhang Jiqing (young noble lady), Liang Guyin (vivacious young female) and Wang Zhiquan (martial female) will show us the charisma of the diversified female characters on the Kunqu stage from Chinese classics such as The Lute, The Peony Pavilion and Journey to the West.

完成時間為 2 小時

9 個視頻（總計 95 分鐘）

9 個視頻

4.1.1. Categories of female role-types in Kunqu6分鐘

4.2.1. Demonstration of the mature female role-type6分鐘

4.3.1."Search for the Dream", a scene from The Peony Pavilion: imaging the romantic mindset of a young woman18分鐘

4.3.2. "Search for the Dream", a scene from The Peony Pavilion: disappointment13分鐘

4.4.1. Benefiting from many masters: Liang Guyin studies "Earthly Desires"6分鐘

4.4.2. Focus on critical points: using eye movement and acting distracted as she recites15分鐘

4.4.3. Pantomime, song, and dance combined: "counting arhats" and escaping down the mountain9分鐘

4.5.1. Equal demands of singing and martial arts in “Borrowing the Plantain Leaf Magic Fan”, a scene from The Journey to the West8分鐘

4.5.2. Innovation in the scene: "belly pain"9分鐘

1 個練習

Week 416分鐘

週

週 5

完成時間為 1 小時

The Art of Kunqu Performance: Integration of the Painted Face and Warrior Role-Types

The colorful and complex facial makeup of the painted face role-type is probably the most noticeable feature in the eyes of the audience. But what does facial makeup mean and how is it done? This week, Maestro Hou Shaokui will unfold the mysteries for us. He will also share with us his portrayal of Lord Guan, a well-known household character based on the most famous Chinese historical novel Romance of the Three Kingdoms. What is more, this unique character combines the essence of both the painted face and warrior role-types.

完成時間為 1 小時

5 個視頻（總計 51 分鐘）

5 個視頻

5.1. Face paint patterns and costumes various painted face roles11分鐘

5.2. Use of the beard and eyes in the enactment of Lord Guan11分鐘

5.3. Importance of singing in "Into the Enemy Camp Alone"12分鐘

5.4. Importance of speech and recitation6分鐘

5.5. Movement and facial expression8分鐘

1 個練習

Week 516分鐘

週

週 6

完成時間為 1 小時

The Art of Kunqu Performance: the Comic Role-Type

When appreciating the well written script and the beautiful melody of Kunqu, sometimes audiences just want a good laugh in the theatre. This cannot be done without the contribution of the comic role-type. This week, Maestro Zhang Mingrong will explain the characteristics of the different subtypes of the comic role-type, namely young chou, fu chou and martial/acrobatic chou. From Maestro Zhang’s demonstration we will also see that mastering the comic role-type requires much more skill than just natural talent.

完成時間為 1 小時

4 個視頻（總計 33 分鐘）

4 個視頻

6.1. Categories of male comic role-types in Kunqu11分鐘

6.2. Demonstration of two monks in "Escape from the Monastery" (young chou) and "Touring the Prayer Hall" (fu chou)7分鐘

6.3. Acrobatic action with lyrical singing: "Shi Qian Steals the Armor"4分鐘

6.4. Agility within logic and surprise: excerpt from "Shi Qian Steals the Armor"9分鐘

1 個練習

Week 616分鐘

週

週 7

完成時間為 1 小時

The New Aesthetics of Kunqu: Tradition and Modernity

Drawing examples from the production of The Peony Pavilion (Young Lover’s Edition) and The Jade Hairpin (New Edition), Prof. Kenneth Hsien-yung Pai will illustrate how Kunqu today can attract the younger generation by adding modern elements in stagecraft while preserving the basic aesthetics of Kunqu.

完成時間為 1 小時

4 個視頻（總計 31 分鐘）

4 個視頻

7.1. Kunqu and Chinese traditional aesthetics3分鐘

7.2. The Young Lovers' Edition Peony Pavilion and The New Edition Jade Hairpin: connecting tradition and modernity8分鐘

7.3. The Young Lovers' Edition Peony Pavilion: innovations in stagecraft9分鐘

7.4. The New Edition Jade Hairpin: return to classicism, synthesis of graphic and calligraphic arts9分鐘

1 個練習

Week 716分鐘

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The Beauty of Kunqu Opera