楊易修《月中人》作品分析與詮釋

Abstract

國樂二胡與南管二絃同為擦弦樂器，其美學特質大相徑庭，筆者因自身學習經歷而對兩者的演奏法與其改變的可能性產生興趣，故委託臺灣作曲家楊易修先生以二胡與二絃為主要對象創作《月中人》一曲。另，因二絃在南管音樂發展歷程當中長期被視為輔助角色，故筆者希冀透過《月中人》的創作、揣摩與詮釋，完成南管與二胡對話的目的，同時，開展南管二絃的演奏可能性。《月中人》主要以南管元素作為創作素材，作曲家亦融入華語流行音樂、國樂、西洋古典音樂等多種音樂元素，因此，本論文不僅討論南管元素的運用，亦分析多項樂曲元素的混用，同時試圖在樂曲詮釋章節之中呈現筆者對於這兩項擦弦樂器的認知與美學觀念。南管音樂在《月中人》這首跨界作品之中有不少發揮的空間，同時，楊易修將經常被置於輔助角色的南管二絃與南管三絃，列為《月中人》不可或缺的配器之一，此二樂器得以在《月中人》發揮獨特的音樂性。此外，希冀透過《月中人》的創作、詮釋與本論文的分析、闡述，發展二絃和二胡的音樂獨特性和開拓其演奏潛力，進階擴展南管與二胡的合作，豐富二絃的音樂內容。Erhu, a quintessential instrument in Chinese classical music, and the Nanguan erxian, both belonging to the family of bowed string instruments, exhibit distinct aesthetic qualities. Inspired by author’s musical journey and fueled by a curiosity about the playing techniques and transformative possibilities inherent in these instruments, I commissioned the esteemed Taiwanese composer, Mr. Yi-Hsiu Yang, to craft the composition"Moon Over You" placing the erhu and Nanguan erxian at its core. Acknowledging the historical role of the Nanguan erxian as a supporting instrument in Nanguan music, this study endeavors to facilitate a compelling dialogue between Nanguan music and erhu through the composition, interpretation, and exploration of "Moon Over You", thereby expanding the horizons of Nanguan erxian performance. "Moon Over You" draws predominantly from Nanguan elements as its creative foundation. The composer seamlessly weaves together diverse musical influences, including Chinese pop, Chinese traditional music, and Western classical music. This thesis not only delves into the incorporation of Nanguan elements but also dissects the intricate amalgamation of various musical elements. Moreover, within the interpretative segments of the composition, the thesis aims to articulate the author's nuanced perceptions and aesthetic concepts regarding these two bowed string instruments. In " Moon Over You", ample space is provided for the expression of Nanguan musical elements within this cross-genre piece. Mr. Yi-Hsiu Yang ingeniously elevates the traditionally supportive roles of Nanguan erxian and Nanguan sanxian to indispensable components in "Moon Over You" , allowing them to shine with their distinctive musicality. Moreover, by delving into the composition and interpretation of "Moon Over You", and intertwining this exploration with the analytical insights presented in this thesis, the overarching objective of this research is to nurture the distinctive musical qualities inherent in the erhu and Nanguan erxian. This involves harnessing their expansive performance potential and facilitating a more profound collaboration between the realms of Nanguan and erhu. In doing so, the musical landscape of Nanguan erxian can be enhanced and diversified.