Regional Folk Songs

China is comprised of many provinces.  The unique music that comes from each of these regions is recognized throughout China.  Whether it is the vocal intonation, movements or instruments used, each area has a rich and varied musical culture.

Kāng Dìng

By Li Yi-Ruo​. 

A popular folk song from Sichuan province.  This slow song can be sung throughout the year.

​Wá hā hā (Xinjiang Province)

This song is by the Uyghur people of the northwestern province of Xinjiang.

Xiān qǐ le nǐ dē gài tóu lǎi
(Xinjiang Province)
This popular song by the Uyghur people was translated into Chinese and is well known throughout China.

Zài Nà Yáo Yuǎn De Dì Fāng
(Xinjiang Province)

This common folksong of the Cossack is easy to learn due to its lyrical style.

Xiǎo hé tǎng shuǐ (Flowing River)
From Yunnan Province

This beautiful Yunnan folksong has a touching melody. 

Yí Méng Shān Xiǎo Diào

This song is from Shandong Province and highlights the beautiful mountains of this area.
Biān Huā Lán (Henan Province)

This lively song from Henan Province includes
​a fun weaving game.

​Shí Dòu Dòu (Shanxi Province)

This song from Shanxi is in the grade 3 music textbook.
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The Chinese Folk Music Project is a resource for english-speaking music teachers to teach their students chinese songs in a culturally responsive way. This project is made possible with the support of the Confucius Institute in Edmonton.