The Oral Legacies Series II: The Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Hong Kong
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  • Dou Wun singing nanyin (1)
    Dou Wun, the blind singer (gushi), accompanying himself as he sang – he could play the zheng with his right hand and the clappers with his left at the same time. This photo was taken by Professor Bell Yung.
  • Dou Wun singing nanyin (2)
    The blind singer (gushi), Dou Wun, singing nanyin at the Fu Lung Teahouse in Sheung Wan. The teahouse was demolished in the 1980s. This photo was taken by Professor Bell Yung.
  • Guzheng
    Guzheng, a musical instrument often used in accompanying nanyin.
  • Clappers
    Clappers, a musical instrument often used in accompanying nanyin.
  • Dongxiao
    Dongxiao, a musical instrument often used in accompanying nanyin.
  • Yehu
    Yehu, a musical instrument often used in accompanying nanyin.
  • Nanyin performance
    Nanyin performance in the event of Press Briefing on the Recommended Items to be Inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Hong Kong cum ICH @ New Year. (From left) Professor Yu Siu Wah, Mr. Chan Chi Chun, Ms. Leung Hoi Lee, Mr. Ho Kang Ming.
  • Famous Cantonese opera artist, Mr. Yuen Siu Fai
    Mr. Yuen Siu Fai, famous Cantonese opera artist (Centre)
    He is also a nanyin virtuoso and has produced several records featuring classics in the genre. He attributes his vocal technique to the inspiring influence of Dou Wun. Pictured here is Mr. Yuen performing at the concert, Nanyin in Guangdong Music: Talents from Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao, in 2016.
  • Dr. Ng Wing Mui, nanyin artist
    Dr. Ng Wing Mui, nanyin artist (Centre)
    Dr. Ng Wing Mui was conferred the degree of Doctor of Humanities, honoris causa, by Lingnan University, Hong Kong, in 2013, in honour of her exceptional musicianship and contribution to promoting the traditional art form. Pictured here is Dr. Ng performing at the concert, Sounding Treasures, in 2014.