Muqam Art of Xinjiang


Xinjiang Muqam is a masterpiece of intangible cultural heritages in China.A muqam is the melody type used in music of Xinjiang, that is, a musical mode and set of melodic formulas used to guide improvisation and composition.Each of the 12 muqams consists of a main section that begins with a long free rhythm introduction, followed by pieces with characteristic rhythmic patterns that gradually increase in speedly.
 
Muqam Art of Xinjiang of China is a general reference to all the Muqams of various kinds popular in Uygur areas in Xinjiang. It is a large-scale comprehensive art form consisting of opera, dance and music, represented by 12 Muqams. The Muqam is available in 19 countries and regions in Central Asia, South Asia, West Asia and North Africa.

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