Sichuan opera is considered a shining gem among Chinese dramas. It consists of f ive systematic tones, including Kunqu, Gaoqiang, Huqin, Tanxi, and Dengdiao. With a long history and a good number of f ine traditional repertoires, Sichuan opera is very popular in southwest provinces like Sichuan, Yunnan and Guizhou for its diversif ied music and excellent performance. In 2006 Sichuan opera was included in the f irst batch of intangible culture projects protected at national level.
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