A Discussion On The Music And Playing Skills Of "Eight Memories In Water Color"

Tan Dun is a contemporary well-known composer and conductor.He was named with one of the most influential Chinese by New Tork Times.His piano works--Eight Memories in Water Color was formed by eight distinctive ditties,which are full of high artistic value.Hereinafter referred to as Memories.The composer nuanced portray a beautiful and moving landscape painting of countryside to express his yearning for hometown.The thesis analyze the theory of composing background,the application of national element,musical form,harmony and rhythm,carry on the study of performence combined with art,then mould the artistic conception.Combination of theory and practice,the paper aims at improving analytical skills and playing skill of the performers,developing audience'appreciation ability.For the popularity of contemporary Chinese piano music as his meagre strength.