Over the course of history, Chinese opera art and music have experienced numerous ups and downs. Among them, during the period of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms (907-960), Chinese society underwent great changes, and culture and art also underwent a major turning point.
In this era, despite frequent wars and social unrest, artists did not stop their creation. On the contrary, they observe life from a unique perspective and integrate their own perceptions of life into their works, so as to convey the atmosphere of the era and the true face of society. These works are not only full of artistic charm, but also deeply reflect the social reality of the time.
During this period, Peking Opera began to rise as a new art form and gradually became the mainstream. It is characterized by the integration of a variety of performance elements, including singing, dancing, drama, etc., forming a new art form. In addition, various local operas were also developed at this time, such as Yue opera and Kunqu opera.
Music was also very active at that time. Due to the continuous war, people's living conditions have been greatly affected, so their singing has become deeper and more mournful. At the same time, the development of musical instruments has also provided more possibilities for the expressiveness of music, making the form of music more colorful.
Although the art and music of opera during the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period faced many difficulties, they still maintained their vitality and development momentum. They have attracted the attention of many audiences with their unique charm and added a strong touch to the historical picture of Chinese culture.