A delegation led by Wang Tingqi, deputy director of the Shandong provincial department of culture, visited Taiwan from July 6 to 11 to enhance cultural exchange and cooperation.

The delegation visited principals of Taiwan cultural and art institutes, including those from the Taipei Culture and Art Promotion Association, National Taiwan University of Arts and China Art Museum (Taipei).

According to cooperative agreements between Shandong and Taiwan cultural institutions, Shandong Dagu –(translated as “Big Drum”, a folk art including drum music ), Qinshu (a kind of regional opera) and Peking Opera will be performed at the Huashan 1914 Creative Park.

The delegation reached mutual agreements in the digital management of cultural heritage projects between cultural and creative industries and the National Taiwan University of Arts and Taiwan Handicraft Research Institute.

A number of painting exhibitions and Lu Opera performances have been earmarked to be staged at the Keelung Cultural Center.

Wang Tingqi signed an agreement with Wang Xinli, the curator of China Art Museum (Taipei) during his visit. The agreement will enable regular performances, exhibitions and forums to be held in Shandong province and China Art Museum (Taipei).

Principals of the press and publication bureaus in Ji’nan, Yantai, Jining, Weihai and Weifang attended the event.

Shandong Dagu

Shandong Dagu (“Big Drum”) is a folk art in the forms of percussion music. It was originally developed in rural areas of Shandong province. Later, it gradually developed into a show with singing and narrative.

Qinshu

Qinshu is a kind of traditional narrative music performance and instrumental ensemble work which emphasizes a conversational style of singing. It has a simple tune and rhythm, and greater variations in clapping.

Lu Opera

Lu Opera is one of China’s eight major opera genres. It is a typical opera of Shandong province and originated from northern Shandong province in 1900. Lu Opera is popular for its simple and vivid language, melodious aria and wonderful music.