Book excerpt: This book will teach you how to play guzheng, the Chinese zither, at the beginner level. No prior knowledge in Chinese music is needed. In addition, you will know the guzheng's structure, how to choose a guzheng, as well as the numbered music notation. A number of sheet music are also provided for your own practices. After reading the whole book, you should have a basic understanding of the guzheng and can play some simple songs by yourself.