Chinese-made musical instruments took the spotlight in Gaborone, Botswana on Sunday, as the organizer shared hopes of nurturing musicality among the country's people.
Hosted by Paradise Melody Instruments, the three-day exhibition aimed to introduce cheaper but quality musical instruments created by Chinese brands. Lynne Liu, the host company's general manager told Xinhua, "Most music instruments in Botswana come from neighboring South Africa, and the prices are very high."
For Liu, it is crucial to let the people of Botswana know that China offers instruments at competitive prices. Many musicians in the country purchase second-hand equipment abroad but with Chinese brands, quality of brand-new products is ensured.
Among the instruments displayed at the exhibit are guitars, organs, pianos, violins, and other apparatus that were created for the purpose of assisting music learners who study either with the help of a tutor or through online tutorials.
One of the people who was inspired by the exhibition was Lynn Taylor. Taylor is a music teacher in Botswana's capital of Gaborone. She expressed willingness to cooperate with Paradise Melody Instruments after having a first-hand experience of the instruments.
China has a rich music culture. Over the past years, it has provided sturdy instruments for music lovers in other countries. Botswana is just among the latest to have experienced the unique charm offered by Chinese brands.
Some of the most popular Chinese instrument makers are Jin Ming Musical Instruments Co., Ltd., Aileen Music Co. Ltd., HK Donlis Industry Ltd., Yangzhou Lingdong Musical Instruments Co. Ltd., Tianjin H&W Instrument Co. Ltd., Zhejiang Carod Piano Manufacturing Co. Ltd, and many more.
China is known across the world for its dominance in the music industry. Aside from singers, theatrical performers, and instrumentalists, Chinese instrument companies are recognized for their contributions to the global music industry.
Even individuals in China have been creating various musical instruments that could be improved by famous instrument-makers in the country.
Just recently, the South China Morning Post released a video of Shi Qichao, a stay-at-home father who creates unique and edible musical instruments from vegetables. In the video, Shi is seen carving potatoes and carrots to create edible flutes.
While Shi's edible instruments are truly one in a million, he explained that the edible musical instruments wilt after a few days. He has since created flute-like instruments from the parts of a bike, bricks, and household brooms.
Meanwhile, the latest exchange in musical instruments is seen by experts as another way of proving that China-Botswana relations are progressing positively. Last year, both countries agreed to improve their ties, following the meeting between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi in August.
