A qin tutorial at "Yinyinshi" - demonstration

During a tutorial session, Tsar Teh-yun (right) would place two qins in her room: one for herself and the other for her student. To teach a new piece, she would first demonstrate the complete piece and then explain each section in detail before allowing her student to attempt to play the piece. She would patiently and sincerely demonstrate many passages over and over again if the student was unable to follow. The criticising approach to instruction never existed in her tutelage. This photo was taken in the 1970s.

A <i>qin</i> tutorial at "Yinyinshi" - demonstration During a tutorial session, Tsar Teh-yun (right) would place two <i>qins</i> in her room: one for herself and the other for her student. To teach a new piece, she would first demonstrate the complete piece and then explain each section in detail before allowing her student to attempt to play the piece. She would patiently and sincerely demonstrate many passages over and over again if the student was unable to follow. The criticising approach to instruction never existed in her tutelage. This photo was taken in the 1970s. Share