Learn and Sing Chinese songs together
- March 31 · 3:30 PM
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There were quite a few great Chinese songs popular in 70's, 80's and 90's both in Taiwan and mainland China. Many of them were written by song writers from Taiwan. Personally, I like song writers such as 罗大佑， 李宗盛，三毛 and 齐秦. People born in 60's, 70's and 80's grew up singing these songs in China and Taiwan. Let's get together for some good time and enjoyour 童年，小草，滚滚红尘，狼 和 再回首！The lyrics as well as the melodies are absolutely beautiful.
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Serena
Thank you Lepeng for hosting the event and thank you man on the guitar to keep us in tempo. I had a great time meeting everyone and singing along.
March 31
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Lepeng Li
12 us are already here. We are moving to a more quiet corner now. Will keep you updated of the location in the park!
March 31
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Miki Li
Hi, I cannot wait to meet you all but something just came up. I don't know if i can still make it or not. I am so sorry. Hope you guys have fun! Happy study!!!
March 31
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Lepeng Li
Please click on the following link to see a version of translation of the song "Cicadas of Autumn" (秋蝉.
http://elisaenglish.pixnet.net/...
March 31
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Lepeng Li
We will also sing and learn 刘文正 演唱的 “乡间小路” (country road) if we have time. Please print the lyrics.
http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XN...
走在乡间的小路上，
暮归的老牛是我同伴。
蓝天配朵夕阳在胸膛，
缤纷的云彩是晚霞的衣裳。
荷把锄头在肩上，
牧童的歌声在荡漾，
喔呜喔呜他们唱，
还有一支短笛也在吹响。
笑意写在脸上，
哼一曲乡居小唱，
任思绪在晚风中飞扬。
多少落寞惆怅，
都随晚风飘散，
遗忘在乡间的小路上。March 30
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Lepeng Li
刘文正演唱的 “秋蝉”。He has really nice voice and there is also a female singer singing with him. I like this version even more:)
http://v.youku.com/v_show/id_XN...
1 · March 29
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Fred Charles
Arcadia County公园有很孔雀。也许二十几孔雀住在外面的公园，野生鸟类，住
在我们附近。我看到和听到他们的日常和夜间。很漂亮，很嘈杂。这个公园是很大的。方便的位置。但周日下午，对我来说，就不方便了。也许，我不能去。抱歉。March 28
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Lepeng Li
Nyunt, thanks for sharing the information. Maybe we will try the restaurant next time:)
March 28
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Lepeng Li
Please pay attention to updated time and location. Looking forward to meeting you all!
We are going to focus on two songs this time. Please follow the link to listen and learn on your own first so we could sing it together on Sunday:)This song is written by songwriter from mainland China and popular during 90's.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...This song is written by songwriter from Taiwan and popular in 70's and 80's.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...
March 28
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Michelle Kuei
@Lepeng: The name of the park is actually call "Arcadia county park". It is on the corner of santa Anita and Huntington drive. There is a fountain in the front of the park you can't miss it if you are on the intersection. That would be a good place to meet everyone and gather the group.
The address is: 405 S Santa Anita Ave, Arcadia, CA 91006 If u have a GPS. It's really close to 210.
March 28
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Michelle Kuei
There's several actually. there's benches near by the fountain actually if I remember correctly. If they see the fountain they can't really miss a somewhat large group gathering.
March 28
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Michelle Kuei
I have another meetup before this. I'll try and make it to this one. I love to sing too. Haha plus I have a lot of old songs and books and lyrics.
March 28
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Lepeng Li
Here is another song "秋蝉“，just as beautiful, popular both in Taiwan and mainland China. Easier to learn and sing! We will definitely sing this song together. Here is the youtube link.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...
March 27
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Michelle Kuei
May I suggest santa anita park in arcadia. It's a public park and there's picnic benches under shade. People can sit and bring own food/snack, coffee or whatever. easy parking....and plus you won't be disturbing anyone out in the open.
2 · March 26
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Lepeng Li
Hi Michelle, I like the location of santa anita park. But is it mostly a horse racing place? Is it big - should I be concerned that people might not be able to find us? Do you know how to give people direction to the picnic area? Thanks for the suggestion!
March 27
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Fred Charles
If possible, after we sing together, I hope someone can suggest a suitable songs for me. I'd like to learn two songs for singing competitions. My vocal range is limited. Maybe I need to re-record the songs to match the key of my voice. I can practice the songs at home, then later... someday... try competition.
March 26
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Lepeng Li
Do you think we could reserve a room in a Chinese restaurant where we are allowed to sing songs? Maybe we could start at 4pm and then follow up with a dinner at 6pm in the restaurant? Anyone knows a good restaurant like that in San Gabriel?
March 25
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Lepeng Li
This link is the original singer. I have never heard a voice as pure, broad and passionate as hers. Very fortunate to have a singer like that in China.
http://www.56.com/u16/v_MjUyNDY...March 25
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Lepeng Li
I also love 青藏高原 （Tibetan Plateau）by 李娜 和 韩红， but that song is too difficult for most of us:)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...
March 25
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Lepeng Li
Here are the links to three songs that we are going to learn and sing.
Please listen and practice first on your own so we could sing together. They are really beautiful!!
小草 Little sprout
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...童年 tong nian (Childhood)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...滚滚红尘 gun gun hong chen (a love song)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=...March 25
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Jerry Tang
This seems so much fun. I love singing Chinese songs and share this beautiful language with others! Good idea
March 25
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Rich
Schabarum park has cherry blossoms blooming now! They also have a Bon fire pit area with stadium style wood seats, think it be great for sing along or ghost stories!!
March 23
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Lepeng Li
Stella, that's a good idea. I will search for a good park in the area and am open to your suggestion as well.
March 22
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Fred Charles
I see. I hope to attend one of the MandarinFriends Meetups in the future. Thanks.
March 19
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Lepeng Li
Fred, this is not a recurring event. We might have a meetup like this 2 or 3 times a year. Friday evening is also another possible time. I just have to send out an email asking what time is best for most people. Not sure what did you mean by modern. Please read my post in details and it should give you a good idea.
March 18
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Fred Charles
Do you meet on other days than Sunday? Are any of the songs modern? I'd really like to join!
March 18
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Lepeng Li
Dear Peng You,
The cafe I thought we could use for our meetup just told me that we could not do group singing there. My home is not suitable for singing since my neighboors are super sensatitive about any noise. Does anybody know a place or could let us use your home for this meetup tomorrow? Sorry about the last minutes change. Hopefully we could still make it happen!
March 16
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Lepeng Li
Hi Everyone, I need to get an accurate count on how many people going to join us for this event. Please update your RSVP if you can't or may not be able to make it this time. Thanks! I have also updated the time to 2pm to 4pm this Sunday.
March 15
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Lepeng Li
Hi Rich, thanks for suggesting a KTV on Hacienda Blvd. My intention is to learn and sing songs accousticly. Right now I am confirming with Jumpcut Cafe about using their space this Sunday afternoon from 2pm to 4pm. Maybe we will try a KTV next time and then hot pot afterwards.
March 15
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Miki Li
Hi all, I just join this group. I cannot wait to meet you all. But when can we know the location??
March 15
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Rich
I can play basic chords on the guitar. Just need chord progression and hear actual song.
March 13
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Lepeng Li
Welcome to join us, Gel! Can you bring the lyrics of Pengyou with you to our meetup? I think I know the song, but don't remember all the lyrics.
March 5
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