“Golden Bridge and Silver Road” is a folk story of Baipho, telling yearning for autonomous marriage. The beginning is based on the Yunnan folk song “Butterfly Springside”, unfolding with ancient solos of flute and tenor saxophone, like the Princess Bai-Gui slowly appears and leads audiences into the mysterious story. The following music is serious, the majestic King Nanzhao declares to Bai-Gui, aroused her rebellion.
Section F turns into con moto. Bai-Gui, who longs for freedom, ignores her father’s opposition, escapes from the royal family. She rides on the back of bull, embarking on a journey of finding love. This paragraph is full of interest, focus on the steps of the bull entering the narrow alley. Then the clarinet solo leads the music to romantic and melodious atmosphere, symbolizing the met of Bai-Gui and the woodcutter. They fall into love and pour their heart to each other. The dreamy melody shows how difficult the fate is, pushing the song to a climax. Then back to the tight rhythm, the anger of father contrasts with the firm affection of the couple. The dialogue of percussion and wind instruments sounds like a confrontation between the two sides.
As the music comes to an end, the love of the couple can finally be cultivated to a positive result. The song ended in a bright and cheerful style. The difficulty is 3, with full harmony and clear melody. It is a piece suitable for concert and competition.