According to the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, Mr. Zheng Deren, the former double bass principal of the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, passed away at 3:11 am on November 7, 2024 at the age of 101.
He is the first generation of double bass players in China
Zheng Deren was born in Shanghai in January 1923. In 1943, he was admitted to the "National Music College", the predecessor of Shanghai Conservatory of Music, and studied double bass with Russian professor She Fushufu. In 1946, he joined the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra's predecessor, the Orchestra of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, becoming the first Chinese double bass player in the orchestra, and later became the vocal principal until his retirement in 1991.
△The young Zheng Deren
In addition to playing the double bass, Zheng Deren also composed dozens of works such as "Torch Festival", "Yi Dance Music", "Tea Picking Lanterns" and "Jiangnan Good Scenery" during his tenure. These works were frequently performed at the orchestra's concerts and were recorded and published by the Shanghai Record Company.
△ Zheng Deren became the principal double bass of the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra
As the "veteran" of double bass education in China, Zheng Deren is even more popular in the world. He has played in many orchestras at home and around the world. In addition to classical music performance and teaching, he also He has personally experienced the rise and development of jazz and light music in China. The jazz versions of "Rose Rose" and "Tuberose" adapted by Zheng Deren have made these old Shanghai songs known to more people.
He joined the Paramount Jimmy King Band in 1947, which was the first Chinese jazz band in Shanghai. In 1956, Zheng Deren participated in the formation of the Shanghai Light Music Orchestra. The translation of "light music" comes from him. In the Cultural Club at that time, which is now the Garden Hotel, his band performed for foreign experts every Saturday night and was very popular.
On January 19, 2022, the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra held a 100th birthday concert for Zheng Deren.
△ Zheng Deren and his family at the 100th birthday concert.
Deeply mourn this old man who loved music and devoted himself to music all his life - Zheng Deren!
Source: Shanghai Symphony Orchestra
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According to the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, Mr. Zheng Deren, the former double bass principal of the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, passed away at 3:11 am on November 7, 2024 at the age of 101.
He is the first generation of double bass players in China
Zheng Deren was born in Shanghai in January 1923. In 1943, he was admitted to the "National Music College", the predecessor of Shanghai Conservatory of Music, and studied double bass with Russian professor She Fushufu. In 1946, he joined the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra's predecessor, the Orchestra of the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, becoming the first Chinese double bass player in the orchestra, and later became the vocal principal until his retirement in 1991.
△The young Zheng Deren
In addition to playing the double bass, Zheng Deren also composed dozens of works such as "Torch Festival", "Yi Dance Music", "Tea Picking Lanterns" and "Jiangnan Good Scenery" during his tenure. These works were frequently performed at the orchestra's concerts and were recorded and published by the Shanghai Record Company.
△ Zheng Deren became the principal double bass of the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra
As the "veteran" of double bass education in China, Zheng Deren is even more popular in the world. He has played in many orchestras at home and around the world. In addition to classical music performance and teaching, he also He has personally experienced the rise and development of jazz and light music in China. The jazz versions of "Rose Rose" and "Tuberose" adapted by Zheng Deren have made these old Shanghai songs known to more people.
He joined the Paramount Jimmy King Band in 1947, which was the first Chinese jazz band in Shanghai. In 1956, Zheng Deren participated in the formation of the Shanghai Light Music Orchestra. The translation of "light music" comes from him. In the Cultural Club at that time, which is now the Garden Hotel, his band performed for foreign experts every Saturday night and was very popular.
On January 19, 2022, the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra held a 100th birthday concert for Zheng Deren.
△ Zheng Deren and his family at the 100th birthday concert.
Deeply mourn this old man who loved music and devoted himself to music all his life - Zheng Deren!
Source: Shanghai Symphony Orchestra
Reporting and rights protection channel: Download the "Morning Video" client from the application market and search "Help" for one-click access; or add reporting customer service on WeChat: xxcbcsp; or call the hotline 0731-85571188. If you need content cooperation, please call the government and enterprise service desk at 19176699651.
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