describe the classical music of china?

Answer 1

Chinese music can be traced back as far as the third millennium B.C. and the music and philosophy of China have always been inseparably bound. The subject is very complex, but some good overviews can be found at these links:

http://www.factmonster.com/ce6/ent/A0857317.html

Interesting perspective from a performer:

http://www.philmultic.com/lfenrpt.html

Some song titles, and what they sound like (compilation CD):

http://www.medieval.org/music/world/cds/ocr59039.html

Hope that helps!