What are the classifications of Chinese traditional musical instruments in modern times?

In modern times, Chinese traditional musical instruments are no longer classified by eight tones, but are divided into four categories: blowing, beating and percussion, which are called blowing, pulling, beating and playing for short. This is a method of classification according to the address habits of folk artists and the characteristics of musical instrument playing methods. Easy to understand, clear and easy to understand, easy to identify. Such as flute and suona, are all classified as "playing musical instruments"; Erhu, Ma Touqin and so on. It is classified as a "playing instrument" that rubs strings with a bow and plays sounds in a "pull" way; Sanxian, pipa, etc. When pronounced with fingers or picks, it is classified as "playing musical instruments"; Drum, gong, gong, etc. Pronunciation with a hammer is classified as "percussion instrument". This classification has been used to this day.