Named for its city of origin, China's ancient capital of Xi'an in Shaanxi Province, Xi’an Guyue was added to the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage List in 2009. The music was played during royal banquets, outings and sacrificial rites, and it gradually became popular among the public at temple fairs and other religious occasions. Experts and performers are dedicating more art schools, competitions and commercial performances to reinvigorate this ancient treasure.