Abstract:
The purpose of the document is to provide a thorough analysis of Ni Hongjin and Chen Qigang`s solo piano compositions Four Qupai Piano Etudes and Instants d'un Opéra de Pékin in order to create a better understanding of their piano compositions, as well as the relationship of these pieces to a Chinese traditional art form, the Peking Opera. The document will provide a comprehensive view of these pieces as an instructional guide for performers, teachers, and music lovers.