DEVOTEE STRINGS ALONG A MUSICAL LEGACY

The ancient instrument's future, a cornerstone of Jing culture, has been secured largely thanks to the efforts of one dedicated man, Yang Feiyue and Shi Ruipeng report in Dongxing, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region.

Su Chunfa keeps time with his feet and gently moves his head as he runs his right hand over a single string that hangs over a wooden base.

Melodious ethnic music flows through the air.