06. Folk Artists of Dishi Village, Honghe "A Mu Ke Na Le"
07. Mei-Rok "As Good as Meat"
08. Diverse "Ai Bao Yi Zhuai:Suo/A Ka Gang Rui"
09. Zeng Xiaogang "Mountain Song"
10. Shanren "Left Foot Dance of the Yi"
11. Shi Lei "Four Seasons Song of The Lahu"
12. Jiang Xiaocun & Chunli Xiaohui "Love Song of The Nu People"
13. Manhu & Jenny and The Hog Drovers "Banquet Song"
14. Na Guai & Lao You "Fireside Memories"
15. Moqiu "Mountain Village"
16. Folk Artists of Shaochong Township, Honghe "A Li Ge Cai"
17. The People's Rhythm "Fengtong Drums of Manglai"
18. Ai Wu of Masan "Blessing Song of The Wa"
19. Folk Artists of Puchun Village, Honghe "Wu Chu a Ci"
Description:
Yunnan. The Rough Guide is a compilation of world tracks released as CD on 29 Jul 2022. -
Gatefold style case.
"The Rough Guide To The Music Of Yunnan" on CD brings together a richly curated selection of traditional and contemporary sounds from China's Yunnan province, one of the most culturally diverse regions in Asia. This compilation explores the musical heritage of various ethnic groups from Yunnan, including vibrant folk songs, ritual chants, festival music and more modern arrangements that still remain deeply rooted in local traditions. Carefully sequenced tracks guide the listener through a sonic journey of haunting vocals, delicate string instruments, subtle percussion textures and lively dance rhythms that reflect the mountainous landscapes and multicultural character of the region. The CD is ideal for listeners who are curious about Chinese regional music, world-music enthusiasts looking to deepen their collection, and anyone who appreciates authentic acoustic sounds shaped by centuries of local history. Extensive curation ensures a stylistically broad yet coherent selection, highlighting both raw field-recording intimacy and more polished studio productions, while maintaining respect for cultural context and musical integrity.
World Music Network, the label behind this release, is known for its long-running "Rough Guide" series, which introduces listeners to musical traditions from all over the globe. With a strong focus on quality curation, informative liner notes and respectful presentation of local artists, the label has become a trusted reference in the world-music field. World Music Network frequently collaborates with regional experts and researchers, aiming to offer compilations that are both enjoyable as listening experiences and valuable as gateways into lesser-known musical cultures. "The Rough Guide To The Music Of Yunnan" fits perfectly into this philosophy, offering a focused, regionally specific collection that opens the door to one of China's most fascinating musical landscapes.
World Music
19.548
- Africa 709- Arabia 176- Asia 2.701- New Age/Meditation 157- South Sea 69- Worldbeat 15.736
