The Battle Line Smashing Song

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The Battle Line Smashing Song

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For example, “The Battle Line Smashing Song” was attributed to the Tang emperor Taizong (626–649). The accompanying dance is listed for 120 performers with spears and armour. A similarly grandiose piece is “Music of Grand Victory” credited to the next Tang emperor, Gaozong (649–683). Wuhou (died 705)…
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For example, “The Battle Line Smashing Song” was attributed to the Tang emperor Taizong (626–649). The accompanying dance is listed for 120 performers with spears and armour. A similarly grandiose piece is “Music of Grand Victory” credited to the next Tang emperor, Gaozong (649–683). Wuhou (died 705)…
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