This enchanting collection of Chinese music presents instrumental solo and ensemble pieces in a variety of arrangements, from traditional to contemporary, as well as sung pieces from various regions of China in different styles. Chinese music has a unique charm all of it's own, even down to it's evocative songs titles, such as Raindrops Beating on Banana Leaves and Wild Geese Descending on the Sandy Beach. The intention of this collection is to provide a snapshot of the familiar sounds of Chinese traditional music as well as rarely heard folk songs.