Deng Yu-Hsien Music Cultural Memorial Park Introduction
Deng Yu-Hsien, known as the "Father of Taiwanese Folk Songs," was born in 1906 in Longtan and moved to Xianglin in 1940. He passed away in 1944 at the age of 39. He composed numerous songs, including famous pieces such as "Wang Chun Feng" and "Yu Ye Hua," which continue to be sung to this day. In appreciation of his contributions, a music cultural park was established in his honor. His great-grandfather, Deng Zhao-Xiong, was a scholar during the Qing Dynasty, residing in Xianglin Township, and he was the founder of the Wenlin Pavilion. The pavilion features displays commemorating Deng Yu-Hsien’s writings and life. For those looking to learn more about him and his work, Wenlin Pavilion is also a place to visit. Hsinchu pays tribute to the legendary musician by setting up the "Deng Yu-Hsien Music Cultural Memorial Park." The park is located near Lane 131, Wenshan Road, in Xianglin Township, Hsinchu County, along Provincial Highway 121, 8 kilometers away. Originally the site of the National Army's 807 Field Hospital, it was abandoned for some time after the troops withdrew. The 5,000-ping music cultural park began construction in 2004 and was completed the following year. The focus of the park includes a 300-ping outdoor music stage and a memorial pavilion featuring old photos and manuscripts of Deng Yu-Hsien. A 1,500-meter walkway allows visitors to enjoy the towering pine forests and beautiful flora. Since 2005, music concerts in memory of Deng Yu-Hsien have been held in the park. This integration of nature and culture has gradually fostered community engagement, making it a popular spot for local residents to walk and relax. The rich creations of Deng Yu-Hsien's brief life are viewed by his grandson, Deng Tai-Chao, as the best unifier for different ethnic groups, reaching out and comforting diverse communities. He believes that whether referred to as the "Father of Taiwanese Folk Songs" or "Taiwan's Foster," his works have become an invaluable cultural heritage shared by all, intangible yet omnipresent.
