Li Bai & Du Fu (Audio CD)

This beautifully arranged audio companion brings to life the twenty-six poems included in Zu-yan Chen’s annotated anthology, Li Bai & Du Fu: An Advanced Reader of Chinese Language and Literature. Hong Zhang, a master of voice performance, sets her recordings against Chinese instrumental music to match the mood and atmosphere of each classical verse. Students can follow along while reading, not only for appreciation but also to improve their own mastery of the language.

Includes 27 MP3 files, playable on your computer or MP3 compatible CD player.

From the preface of Li Bai & Du Fu:

When one memorizes a poem, it is no longer just a poem, but his or her poem. When reciting it, students can practice varying the sounds, adding pauses and emphases in different spots in searching for the most accurate articulation for the poem.... Memorizing and reciting poems is a great way to develop both a tenacious attention to detail and the essential literary skills that are key to critical thinking and unlocking the secrets of poetry.