It has a trapezoidal piano body and a handle carved into the shape of a horse's head, which usually consists of a horse's head, a piano rod, a piano box, strings and a bow. With the rapid development of grassland nomadic music, Ma Touqin stands out, replacing the status of plucked instruments and becoming the most distinctive folk musical instrument of Mongolian people.
Ma Touqin was born in the musical tradition of nomadic people. At first, Ma Touqin was made of horse intestines, and later it gradually developed into a wooden musical instrument. In Mongolian traditional culture, Ma Touqin is a sacred musical instrument, which is regarded as a bridge between human beings and nature, and is also one of the important symbols of Mongolian culture.
As an important part of Mongolian traditional culture, the inheritance of Ma Touqin has also attracted much attention. In Mongolian families and communities, the inheritance of Ma Touqin is often carried out through oral teaching and mentoring, and there are also special music schools and training classes to provide relevant teaching and training.
Main advantages:
When playing Ma Touqin, the player usually takes a sitting position, with the piano box sandwiched between his legs and the piano rod tilted to the left. Ma Touqin has a unique timbre and a wide range, and can play different tones. Ma Touqin's repertoire is rich and varied, mainly including pastoral, narrative, dance and instrumental music. Rich in Mongolian national characteristics, it shows the grandeur and magnificence of the prairie.
In addition, in order to promote the inheritance and development of Ma Touqin culture, various Ma Touqin competitions and music festivals are often held, attracting a large number of Ma Touqin lovers and music lovers to watch and exchange. In a word, Ma Touqin is a treasure in Mongolian traditional culture. Its musical characteristics and cultural value not only reflect the unique charm of Mongolian folk music, but also show the profound connotation and profoundness of Mongolian culture.