A delegation from the China Musical Instrument Association and Shanghai National Exhibition & Convention Center Co., Ltd. visited Queshan, Henan—known as the “hometown of violins”—to conduct a fact-finding mission.

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2023-05-25 14:06

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On May 9–10, a delegation including Chen Jinwu, Executive Vice Chairman of the China Musical Instrument Association; Gao Ping, Director of the Information Department of the China Musical Instrument Association; Wang Lei, Deputy General Manager of Shanghai National Exhibition Center Co., Ltd.; Rong Xiaoxian, Exhibition Director; and Shi Xianzhi, Sales Manager, visited Queshan County in Henan Province—the “hometown of violins”—as well as Zhugou Town, to conduct field inspections and engage in exchanges.

Accompanied by local county government officials, the research team visited the Erhu Industrial Park in Queshan on the afternoon of May 9. They toured the park’s musical instrument culture exhibition hall, which showcases the erhu industry, and paid visits to Henan Haoyun Musical Instruments Co., Ltd., Queshan Qiang Musical Instruments Co., Ltd., and other enterprises, engaging in cordial discussions with company representatives.

Contrary to the common perception that violin manufacturers are mostly small workshops, the factory within the industrial park is spacious and well-lit, with clearly defined production roles and a highly organized workflow. During our visit to Haoyun Musical Instruments Co., Ltd., we learned that the company has long been dedicated to the professional research, development, and manufacturing of high‑end, mid‑range, and entry‑level violins and cellos. Founder Mr. Li Jianming has successfully integrated Italy’s advanced violin‑making techniques with his own many years of hands‑on experience, ultimately establishing… A comprehensive “six-in-one” integration model that combines string shape, material selection, frequency tuning, thickness optimization, weight distribution, and pitch alignment. Meanwhile, the company has invited Italy’s leading master violin makers to provide hands-on guidance in professional violin craftsmanship. As it returns to its hometown to start a business and create prosperity, the enterprise has also proactively shouldered its social responsibilities, with Hao Yun Musical Instruments alone providing support to more than 70 families in need.

On the second day of the field research, the team drove to Zhugou Town and visited Henan Jinming Musical Instruments Co., Ltd. and Henan Kusi Musical Instruments Co., Ltd. Unlike the large-scale enterprises in the county industrial park, the town’s businesses are relatively small, mostly operating as workshops. Despite their modest size, the town places greater emphasis on… The Cultivation of Violin Culture According to Wang Jintang, president of the Queshan County Handmade Violin-Making Association, a purely string‑based orchestra—primarily composed of the “second generation of violin makers”—has been established. The group is training its own musicians and striving to build a world‑class string ensemble, thereby fostering the deeper development of violin culture in the town. Building a distinctive small town that integrates production, performances, and culture. 。

Following the visit, the research team held an exchange symposium with local leaders. Attendees from the local government and the violin association included Han Chengliang, Deputy Director of the Standing Committee of the People’s Congress of Queshan County and Party Secretary of Zhugou Town; Yang Yanbo, Deputy County Mayor of the Queshan County People’s Government; Ma Qinggong, Fourth-Level Researcher at the Publicity Department of the Queshan County CPC Committee; Tang Ke, Deputy Director of the Queshan County Industrial Cluster Zone; Zhang Xunhui, Deputy Director of the Queshan County Bureau of Science, Technology and Information Industry; Wang Jintang, President of the Queshan Handmade Violin Association; Jiang Baolin, Secretary-General; and Tang Xinlai, Vice President, among others.

According to Secretary Han Chengliang, since 2015, when Queshan County launched the slogan “Welcoming Queshan natives who have made their mark in the world to return home” and implemented related supporting policies such as the development of industrial parks, Queshan County and Zhugou Town have… The number of violin-making enterprises has grown to over 160. ， Annual production of 200,000 violins , among mid- to high-end violins nationwide It holds 80% of the market share. , pull More than 2,600 local residents have been employed. As for future plans, the local government stated that it will carry forward the revolutionary spirit of Zhugou in Queshan and continue to promote… From an industrial product to a cultural artifact the transformation and upgrading, Seize the market opportunities presented by both domestic and international dual circulation. , while also making every effort Promote the transformation of industrial workers into artisans and master craftsmen. 。

At the conclusion of the meeting, Chen Jinwu, Executive Vice Chairman of the China Musical Instrument Association, and representatives from Guozhan Exhibition engaged in discussions with local enterprises regarding the Association’s guidance and support services, as well as matters related to the Shanghai Musical Instrument Exhibition. Vice Chairman Chen stated that, as China transitions from a major musical instrument producer to a leading global power in this field, the Association is actively aligning with industrial hubs, leveraging its service capabilities, and strengthening skills training and music education outreach.

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