Musical Works: Folk Song Jasmine

(1) "Jasmine" is a Han folk song in China, which is spread in many styles all over the country. It is not only a precious heritage in the treasure house of folk songs, but also a new masterpiece of Chinese civilization and art.

(2) According to historical records, "Jasmine" originated in Yangzhou, Jiangsu Province, probably in the Ming Dynasty, formerly known as "Flower Tune". Jasmine has a long history in China. This folk song is lively, simple and beautiful, tactfully smooth, short and pithy, easy to sing and remember, expressing people's thoughts and feelings of loving flowers, cherishing flowers, protecting flowers, loving nature and yearning for a better life. It is both positive and healthy, and subtle and soft.

(3) The melody of songs varies from region to region, and some tunes have many similar variations. Music styles vary from place to place, among which Jasmine in Jiangsu is the most famous.