The Ruse of the Empty City: A Traditional Peking Opera

Recorded in China and released in 1960, this opera tells the compelling tale of the defense of a city left vulnerable by a disobedient general. Both tragic and triumphant, The Ruse of the Empty City is an excellent example of the traditional Chinese art form of Peking Opera. The audible acrobatics of the performers lend a level of authenticity only found in live recordings. Liner notes include a synopsis of the play as well as the full script.

《空城计》于1960年在中国录制，它讲述了一个扣人心弦的故事：一位倔强不屈的将军不费一兵一卒以空城成功抵御敌军。这出悲喜交加的剧目是中国传统艺术形式中京剧的典范。表演者为我们提供了只有现场录制的专辑才能展现的听觉盛宴。专辑内页含有剧目大纲和完整剧本。

Track Listing

101	Chu Ko Liang, Messenger, Attendant, Scout Chinese opera performers	03:05
102	Chu Ko Liang, Scout, Two Attendants, Old Soldiers Chinese opera performers	02:59
103	Chu Ko Liang, Two Attendants Chinese opera performers	03:28
104	Chu Ko Liang, Old Soldiers (1) Chinese opera performers	03:06
105	Chu Ko Liang, Old Soldiers (2) Chinese opera performers	03:14
106	General Ssu Ma-I, Soldiers (1) Chinese opera performers	02:57
107	Chu Ko Liang (1) Chinese opera performers	02:39
108	Chu Ko Liang (2) Chinese opera performers	02:46
201	General Ssu Ma-i, Soldiers (2) Chinese opera performers	02:41
202	Chu Ko Liang (3) Chinese opera performers	03:08
203	Ssu Ma-i, Ssu Ma's Son, Old Soldiers, Chu Ko Liang, Chau Yuen Chinese opera performers	02:56
204	Scout, Ssu Ma-i, Chau Yuen, Son of Ssu Ma-I, Soldiers Chinese opera performers	02:38
205	Chu Ko Liang, Scout, Attendants, Wang P'ing, Executioners Chinese opera performers	03:22
206	Ma Su, Chu Ko Liang, Executioners Chinese opera performers	03:17
207	Chu Ko Liang, Ma Su, Executioners Chinese opera performers	03:14
208	Chu Ko Liang, Chau Yuen Chinese opera performers	03:14