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On the Qin
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- A Brief Introduction to the Structure of the Qin
This article written by Tong Wan-hoi examines the illustrations found in the Qing Dynasty publication Yuguzhai Qinpu (Yuguzhai Qin Handbook), the Zhongni style qin called "Hundun", and the unfinished qin, to provide a brief introduction to the basic structure of the qin and the nomenclature of its various parts.
- An Introduction to Qin Notation
This article written by Chung Siu-sun, Sunny is an introduction to Qin Notation.
- The Development of Qin Strings and Two Revivals of Silk Strings in Modern Times
This article written by Wong Shu-chee reviews the development of string-making in ancient China and two revivals of silk strings in modern times.
- Sound Analysis of Longitudinal Vibrations of Qin Strings
The production of sound from the string is a physical phenomenon, the properties of the string as well as the characteristics of its sound production can be investigated from a physical perspective. This article written by Tse Chun-yan and Wong Chun-fung is focused on sound analysis of longitudinal vibration and how physical properties of the strings affect the tone.
- Traditional Method of Making Qin Strings in China
This article, wriiten by Wong Shu-chee, introduces nine steps of traditional method of making qin strings in China: choosing the silk, bundling the silk, combining the threads, forming the strings, boiling the strings, rinsing the strings, drying the strings in the sun, cutting the strings, winding the strings.
- Dongxiao (1)
This qin, named Dongxiao, was made in Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127) and was acquired by Lee Chun-yuen, Otto. The photo shows the front of Dongxiao in Fuxi style.
- Dongxiao (2)
This qin, named Dongxiao, was made in Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127) and was acquired by Lee Chun-yuen, Otto. The photo shows the back of Dongxiao in Fuxi style.
- Qiushui (1)
This qin, named Qiushui, was made in Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and was acquired by Ng Ying-wai in the 1990s. The photo shows the front of Qiushui in Zhongni style.
- Qiushui (2)
This qin, named Qiushui, was made in Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) and was acquired by Ng Ying-wai in the 1990s. The photo shows the back of Qiushui in Zhongni style.
- Langshiquan (1)
This qin is named Langshiquan and was acquired by Lee Chun-yuen, Otto. The photo shows the front of Langshiquan in Lianzhu style.