Higher Step by Step (known in Mandarin as Bubugao 步步高 ) is a popular Chinese folk tune that originated in the Cantonese community in southern China. Higher Step by Step is a bright and energetic song that is played year-round and especially during Chinese Spring Festival. Joe Ervin (USA) and Ivy Tao (China) play a duet featuring the zhongruan, a 4-string Chinese lute with a circular sound chamber. [Free Download]

Higher Step by Step (Chinese folk song) - Joe Ervin & Ivy Tao

This is a simple loop using ambient tones and two synthetic bells, one emulating a pendulum (high and very low frequency kick) and the other with panning and echo. The name Hypnos is based on the dark character, spaciousness, and repetition of the music.

Hypnos (Loop) *Headphones recommended* - Free Download

Joe Ervin is a Chinese music enthusiast residing in Texas. He has performed with the Canadian Youth Chinese Orchestra in mainland China and co-founded a Chinese music group in Wisconsin. He enjoys combining music appreciation with cultural education. His song covers span many genres, including Chinese folk music, anime and game soundtracks, R&B, and pop music. His Soundcloud channel is dedicated to sharing musical works featuring Chinese instruments (primarily the zhongruan, a 4-string plucked instrument) as well as other music productions.

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