Jiangnan sizhu music encompasses the si and zhu music prevalent in the Jiangnan region - located south of the lower reaches of the Yangtze River. The name reflects the use of stringed and bamboo instruments: "si" for stringed instruments such as the erhu and pipa, and "zhu" for bamboo wind instruments such as the flute and xiao. It is renowned for its graceful melodies and improvisational charm. Check out the video to learn more.

[Video produced by Shanghai Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection Centre and Shanghai Ximeng Cultural Media Co]

Sources: Shanghai Intangible Cultural Heritage Protection Centre and Shanghai Ximeng Cultural Media Co, official WeChat account of Nanjing Museum via "njmuseum"