E-pa

Yangou Wang|Xi Zheng|Xi Zheng

2017 · Wood, bamboo, stainless steel · Musical Instruments

Performers find that new, sleek, and uniquely shaped instruments are not only visually striking and ergonomic, but are capable of effects and nuances not realized on their acoustic counterparts. The late twentieth-century e-pa, based on the traditional Chinese lute (pipa), like other adaptations, has sparked the creativity of musicians, recording artists, and composers.

Artist

Yangou Wang|Xi Zheng|Xi Zheng

Date

2017

Medium

Wood, bamboo, stainless steel

Culture

Chinese

Department

Musical Instruments

Credit line

Purchase, Amati Gifts, 2017