Xuzhou, because of its special geographical environment and historical and cultural soil, has its own characteristics and personality. This land is the birthplace of the intersection of four provinces, the intersection of north and south, and the charm of Chu and Han. Therefore, the people here have the same personality and characteristics as this land. It is the strong and brave in the north, bold and brave, and there is no lack of deep affection from Jiangnan people. These four words may be more appropriate to describe it.
The character of Xuzhou people can best be reflected in Xuzhou's local operas. For thousands of years, people in a region have created and chosen their own culture and music in their own living environment and pursuit of life. There are several kinds of local operas in Xuzhou, but there are mainly two kinds, namely Liuqin Opera and Bangzi Opera. Xuzhou Bangzi, Henan Bangzi and Shandong Bangzi are in the same strain in musical singing, but each has its own characteristics and personality. The melody of Bangzi opera is characterized by agitation and sonority, among which blackhead drama and red face drama are the most popular among Xuzhou people. I think this has something to do with Xuzhou people's aesthetic love for honest officials and loyal ministers who can eliminate rape and violence for the people and defend their country wholeheartedly. Liuqin Opera and Bangzi Opera are very different in musical singing. Liuqin Opera, also known as "Soul-Holding Opera", tends to be soft, touching and lyrical. It is especially suitable for singing some lively plays, such as "Eating Noodles and Leaves" and "Dayan Xiaoyan", which are popular among the masses. Some aria are almost household names in Xuzhou, and people of all ages can sing them. People's love for Liuqin opera shows that Xuzhou people not only have a masculine side, but also a delicate and affectionate side, which is also literary and martial, rigid and soft, especially in Xuzhou people.