Sichuan Philharmonic Orchestra celebrates 50th birthday

2 weeks, 6 days ago

Beijing Symphony Orchestra back with annual new year concert treat

By Chen Nan | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-12-05 15:16 Zhang Shurong, who has been working with the new year concert since 1996, at the news conference in Beijing on Wednesday. Zhang Shurong has been participating in the new year concert arrangement since 1996. Now, with more people in China enjoying classical music, the new year concert has gained a large …

China Beijing Concert

1 month ago

23rd China Shanghai International Art Festival attracts more than 10 million people

China Daily

The Munich Philharmonic Orchestra plays the closing concert for the 23rd China Shanghai International Arts Festival at Shanghai Symphony Hall on Nov 17. The 23rd China Shanghai International Art Festival concluded on last sunday evening with a concert by the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra featuring Chinese pianist Zhang Haochen at the Shanghai Symphony Hall. The Munich Philharmonic Orchestra has a history …

Festival Art China Shanghai

1 month, 1 week ago

23rd China Shanghai International Art Festival attracts more than 10 million people

China Daily

The Munich Philharmonic Orchestra plays the closing concert for the 23rd China Shanghai International Arts Festival at Shanghai Symphony Hall on Nov 17. The 23rd China Shanghai International Art Festival concluded on Sunday evening with a concert by the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra featuring Chinese pianist Zhang Haochen at the Shanghai Symphony Hall. The shows were attended by more than 10 …

Festival Art China Shanghai

1 month, 1 week ago

23rd China Shanghai International Art Festival attracts more than 10 million people

China Daily

The Munich Philharmonic Orchestra plays the closing concert for the 23rd China Shanghai International Arts Festival at Shanghai Symphony Hall on Nov 17. The 23rd China Shanghai International Art Festival concluded on Sunday evening with a concert by the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra featuring Chinese pianist Zhang Haochen at the Shanghai Symphony Hall. The shows were attended by more than 10 …

Festival Art China Shanghai

1 month, 1 week ago

23rd China Shanghai International Art Festival attracts more than 10 million people

China Daily

The Munich Philharmonic Orchestra plays the closing concert for the 23rd China Shanghai International Arts Festival at Shanghai Symphony Hall on Nov 17. The 23rd China Shanghai International Art Festival concluded on Sunday evening with a concert by the Munich Philharmonic Orchestra featuring Chinese pianist Zhang Haochen at the Shanghai Symphony Hall. The shows were attended by more than 10 …

Festival Art China Shanghai

1 month, 1 week ago

Ye Cong leads young musicians of national orchestra at concert

China Daily

A concert, featuring conductor Ye Cong and young musicians of a Chinese national orchestra of the Central Conservatory of Music, was held at the opera house of the conservatory in Beijing on Sunday. Over the past decade, Ye has collaborated multiple times with the Central Conservatory of Music's department of traditional music, exploring the development of contemporary Chinese music and …

Music Chinese Ye Cong

1 month, 1 week ago

Ye Cong leads young musicians of national orchestra at concert

China Daily

A concert, featuring conductor Ye Cong and young musicians of a Chinese national orchestra of the Central Conservatory of Music, was held at the opera house of the conservatory in Beijing on Sunday. Over the past decade, Ye has collaborated multiple times with the Central Conservatory of Music's department of traditional music, exploring the development of contemporary Chinese music and …

Music Chinese Ye Cong

1 month, 2 weeks ago

225 Musicians from China Showcase Traditional Instruments at International Music Festival

China Daily

The 2024 Beijing Traditional Music Festival showcased the rich diversity and beauty of Chinese traditional instruments and music. The festival welcomed 225 musicians and performers from across the country, showcasing a wide range of traditional instruments and performances. The event aimed to inspire a love for and commitment to the heritage of Chinese traditional culture, providing a platform for young …

Culture Music China Traditional Music Beijing

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Xi'an experiences musical magic

China Daily

Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra making its inaugural visit to Xi'an, under the baton of conductor Andris Nelsons, on Nov 2 and 3. On Saturday and Sunday, the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra made its inaugural visit to Xi'an, Shaanxi province, to perform two concerts at the Xi'an Concert Hall. Enthusiasts can look forward to live concerts from renowned pianist Krystian Zimerman and Chinese-Canadian …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

225 Musicians from China Showcase Traditional Instruments at International Music Festival

China Daily

The 2024 Beijing Traditional Music Festival showcased the rich diversity and beauty of Chinese traditional instruments and music. The festival welcomed 225 musicians and performers from across the country, showcasing a wide range of traditional instruments and performances. The event aimed to inspire a love for and commitment to the heritage of Chinese traditional culture, providing a platform for young …

Culture Music China Traditional Music Beijing

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Vienna's philharmonic triumph

China Daily

From last Sunday to Nov 6, the Vienna Philharmonic is touring China under the baton of Andris Nelsons, visiting Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an, and Guangzhou, with a repertoire including pieces by composers such as Shostakovich, Dvorak and Beethoven. Latest Chinese tour includes the capital after 11-year hiatus, with audiences eagerly awaiting the orchestra's annual New Year broadcast, Chen Nan reports. After …

Music China Vienna Chinese Beijing Tour Piece

2 months ago

Día de los Muertos and a new ‘Spanish Dracula’ score: The best of L.A. arts this weekend

LA Times

While the weekend is once again upon us, I can’t stop thinking about an intimate, site-specific, one-night-only performance I experienced last weekend. cinema.ucla.edu Dispatch: ‘The Infinite Swell’ Isabella Feliciana and Matthew Scott Montgomery in IAMA Theatre Company’s “The Infinite Swell” at the Casa Loma Beach Hotel in Laguna Beach on Oct. 19. Guests gather at the grand opening of Casa …

Music Theater Theatre Weekend Broadway Hollywood Los

2 months ago

AI Meets Tradition: Exploring the Intersection of Music and Technology at the China Now Music Festival

China Daily

The China Now Music Festival concluded on Saturday evening at Carnegie Hall in New York City with a concert that fused East-West musical traditions and blended human-made music with artificial intelligence. The festival featured AI's Variation: Opera of the Future by composer Hao Weiya, which confronted the audience with a series of chilling questions regarding the ethics of merging science …

Technology Music Art & Culture Humanities New York City

2 months ago

AI Meets Tradition: A Symphony of Innovation at the China Now Music Festival

China Daily

The China Now Music Festival concluded on Saturday evening at Carnegie Hall in New York City with a concert that fused East-West musical traditions and blended human-made music with artificial intelligence. The festival featured AI's Variation: Opera of the Future by composer Hao Weiya, which confronted the audience with a series of chilling questions regarding the ethics of merging science …

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2 months, 2 weeks ago

Music festival harmonizes past and present

China Daily

Under the baton of Tan Dun, cellist Wang Jian and violinist Lu Wei play Mozart's Symphonie Concertante in E-flat Major, K 364, during the opening concert of the 27th Beijing Music Festival held at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on Saturday. The China National Symphony Orchestra and composer-conductor Tan Dun opened the concert with the Golden …

Music Beijing Tan

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Music festival harmonizes past and present

China Daily

The China National Symphony Orchestra and composer-conductor Tan Dun at the concert in Beijing on Saturday. CHINA DAILY "I have performed at the festival many times and every time it feels like a reunion with old friends," says Tan a day before the concert in Beijing. During the first half of the concert, Tan also led the China National Symphony …

Festival Music Chinese Beijing Tan Concert

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Concert marks 75th founding anniversary of PRC

China Daily

A concert is held to celebrate the 75th founding anniversary of the People's Republic of China, in Beijing, capital of China, Sept 29, 2024. Chinese President Xi Jinping, other Party and state leaders including Li Qiang, Zhao Leji, Wang Huning, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang, Li Xi and Han Zheng, as well as retired senior leaders were among the more than …

China Concert Prc 75Th Founding Anniversary

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Concert marks 75th founding anniversary of PRC

China Daily

A concert is held to celebrate the 75th founding anniversary of the People's Republic of China, in Beijing, capital of China, Sept 29, 2024. Chinese President Xi Jinping, other Party and state leaders including Li Qiang, Zhao Leji, Wang Huning, Cai Qi, Ding Xuexiang, Li Xi and Han Zheng, as well as retired senior leaders were among the more than …

China Concert Prc 75Th Founding Anniversary

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Wuxi launches National Day celebrations with concert

China Daily

A music concert celebrating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China is staged at the Wuxi Grand Theatre on Sept 26, 2024. Wuxi in East China's Jiangsu province launched its celebratory events for the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China with a grand music concert on Sept 26. Conducted by …

Wuxi Chinese

3 months ago

Music school anniversary marked

China Daily

Alumni, students and teachers of the vocal and opera department of China Conservatory of Music celebrate the school's 60th anniversary in Beijing on Sunday. Alumni, students and teachers of the vocal and opera department of the China Conservatory of Music staged a concert at Beijing Concert Hall on Sunday, marking its 60th anniversary. Veteran singers, who graduated from the China …

Opera Chinese Beijing

3 months ago

Changing his tune for a dream

China Daily

Edwin Montealegre, 37, a conductor from Costa Rica, in rehearsal with the Shanghai M Orchestra, which he founded. The visa application was accepted, and Montealegre officially launched his endeavor early this year with the company named Shanghai M Orchestra. "I think the most difficult thing is to keep the belief that you can make it possible because there are so …

Montealegre

3 months ago

Changing his tune for a dream

China Daily

Edwin Montealegre, 37, a conductor from Costa Rica, in rehearsal with the Shanghai M Orchestra, which he founded. The visa application was accepted, and Montealegre officially launched his endeavor early this year with the company named Shanghai M Orchestra. "I think the most difficult thing is to keep the belief that you can make it possible because there are so …

Orchestra Members Montealegre

3 months, 1 week ago

Russian musician has concert for 130th anniversary of birth

China Daily

David Avshalomov talks about the works of his grandfather Aaron Avshalomov at the Pathe Villa, the old venue of Pathe Recordings in downtown Shanghai on Sept 9. Shanghai Symphony Orchestra will hold a concert on Sept 12 commemorating the 130th anniversary of the birth of the musician Aaron Avshalomov, conducted by his grandson, David Avshalomov. Aaron Avshalomov lived and worked …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Russian musician has concert for 130th anniversary of birth

China Daily

David Avshalomov talks about the works of his grandfather Aaron Avshalomov at the Pathe Villa, the old venue of Pathe Recordings in downtown Shanghai on Sept 9. Shanghai Symphony Orchestra will hold a concert on Sept 12 commemorating the 130th anniversary of the birth of the musician Aaron Avshalomov, conducted by his grandson, David Avshalomov. Aaron Avshalomov lived and worked …

China Russia Chinese Shanghai Orchestra David Avshalomov

3 months, 2 weeks ago

A symphony for all seasons

China Daily

Noah Bendix-Balgley, violinist and first concertmaster of the Berliner Philharmoniker, joins the orchestra for the concert on Aug 31. The symphony pays homage to the classical era, while it is infused with Prokofiev's signature modern style," says Cui. She will also interpret selected pieces from Prokofiev's most popular work, Romeo and Juliet, a ballet based on Shakespeare's tragedy, in which …

Cui Orchestra

3 months, 2 weeks ago

A symphony for all seasons

China Daily

Noah Bendix-Balgley, violinist and first concertmaster of the Berliner Philharmoniker, joins the orchestra for the concert on Aug 31. The symphony pays homage to the classical era, while it is infused with Prokofiev's signature modern style," says Cui. She will also interpret selected pieces from Prokofiev's most popular work, Romeo and Juliet, a ballet based on Shakespeare's tragedy, in which …

Cui Symphony Orchestra

4 months, 1 week ago

Music for global harmony

China Daily

Under the baton of Petrenko, the orchestra kicked off its China tour at the NCPA. It's been about seven years since the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra made its last tour in China, Davies notes. This collaboration will see Royal Philharmonic Orchestra musicians and staff members working in partnership with musicians from the NCPA's resident orchestra — the China NCPA Orchestra. "As …

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4 months, 1 week ago

Music for global harmony

China Daily

Under the baton of Petrenko, the orchestra kicked off its China tour at the NCPA. It's been about seven years since the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra made its last tour in China, Davies notes. This collaboration will see Royal Philharmonic Orchestra musicians and staff members working in partnership with musicians from the NCPA's resident orchestra — the China NCPA Orchestra. "As …

Music Royal China Beijing Tour Orchestra Philharmonic

4 months, 1 week ago

New York event unites cultures through music

China Daily

The Beijing Youth Orchestra made its debut performance in the US on Aug 4 at Carnegie Hall in New York during the World Orchestra Week. "For me, it was quite a challenge," Jin Zhicheng, a horn player of the Beijing Youth Orchestra, told China Daily. I felt especially proud when I introduced the traditional Chinese instrument, the pipa, before the …

Music Youth China World New York Chinese Beijing

4 months, 1 week ago

Musical winds of change

China Daily

A performance staged by conductor Shui Lan and the China National Symphony Orchestra at the Beijing Concert Hall in January, featuring Mahler's Symphony No 1, marks the beginning of their collaboration. CHINA DAILY National symphony orchestra set to embark on fresh chapter with its upcoming season under a new artistic adviser, Chen Nan reports. The China National Symphony Orchestra will …

National Zhou Orchestra Symphony Shui Lan Artistic Musical Winds

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Carnegie dream comes true

China Daily

In a celebration of musical talent, cultural exchange and educational enrichment, a Chinese symphony orchestra has been launched and is set to embark on a transformative journey to the United States. The Beijing Youth Orchestra, under the baton of conductor Lyu Jia, will perform at the famed Carnegie Hall in New York on Aug 4. The upcoming concert will be …

Orchestra Carnegie Hall Dream Comes

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Carnegie dream comes true

China Daily

In a celebration of musical talent, cultural exchange and educational enrichment, a Chinese symphony orchestra has been launched and is set to embark on a transformative journey to the United States. The Beijing Youth Orchestra, under the baton of conductor Lyu Jia, will perform at the famed Carnegie Hall in New York on Aug 4. The upcoming concert will be …

Orchestra

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Carnegie dream comes true

China Daily

In a celebration of musical talent, cultural exchange and educational enrichment, a Chinese symphony orchestra has been launched and is set to embark on a transformative journey to the United States. The Beijing Youth Orchestra, under the baton of conductor Lyu Jia, will perform at the famed Carnegie Hall in New York on Aug 4. The upcoming concert will be …

Orchestra

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Carnegie dream comes true

China Daily

Under the baton of conductor Lyu Jia, the Beijing Youth Orchestra gives a concert at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on July 26, offering a preview of their upcoming concert at Carnegie Hall in New York on Sunday. "This unique event not only showcases the vibrant musical prowess of China's youth but also underscores the power …

Music Youth Chinese Beijing Concert Orchestra Carnegie

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Carnegie dream comes true

China Daily

Under the baton of conductor Lyu Jia, the Beijing Youth Orchestra gives a concert at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on July 26, offering a preview of their upcoming concert at Carnegie Hall in New York on Sunday. "This unique event not only showcases the vibrant musical prowess of China's youth but also underscores the power …

Youth Chinese Beijing Concert Orchestra Carnegie Carnegie Hall

4 months, 3 weeks ago

Carnegie dream comes true

China Daily

In a celebration of musical talent, cultural exchange and educational enrichment, a Chinese symphony orchestra has been launched and is set to embark on a transformative journey to the United States. The Beijing Youth Orchestra, under the baton of conductor Lyu Jia, will perform at the famed Carnegie Hall in New York on Aug 4. The upcoming concert will be …

Orchestra

4 months, 3 weeks ago

International Conducting Competition for Chinese Music puts limelight on tradition

China Daily

The 5th International Conducting Competition for Chinese Music will be co-organized by the HKCO and the Wuxi Chinese Orchestra. Executive Director of HKCO, executive director Celina Chin Man-wah said the competition is fair and all participants had displayed a high level of conducting skills during the competition. The awards of the competition are part of the ICOL Programme for Exchange …

Chinese Orchestra

5 months ago

Composer renews free-spirited folk music

China Daily

A concert featuring the works of composer Ma Jiuyue will be performed at the Poly Theater in Beijing on Aug 4. Ma, one of the founders of new Chinese folk music, will work with the Sounds of China featuring an outstanding ensemble of contemporary musicians to present original pieces characterized by a rich blend of traditional Chinese cultural elements and …

Music China Spirit Chinese Composer

5 months ago

Composer renews free-spirited folk music

China Daily

A concert featuring the works of composer Ma Jiuyue will be performed at the Poly Theater in Beijing on Aug 4. Ma, one of the founders of new Chinese folk music, will work with the Sounds of China featuring an outstanding ensemble of contemporary musicians to present original pieces characterized by a rich blend of traditional Chinese cultural elements and …

China Spirit Traditional Music Composer Chinese Folk

5 months, 1 week ago

Qingdao's symphony orchestra flourishes over 30 years

China Daily

The 30th-anniversary concert celebrating the development of Qingdao's symphonic music industry is held at the Qingdao Grand Theatre on July 10. The 30th-anniversary concert celebrating the development of Qingdao's symphonic music industry over the decades was held at the Qingdao Grand Theatre on July 10. The concert featured renowned violinist Lyv Siqing performing the "Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai" violin …

Music Qingdao 30 Years Symphonic

5 months, 2 weeks ago

Wuxi Symphony Orchestra makes debut in London

China Daily

The Wuxi Symphony Orchestra recently made its overseas debut at the Duke's Hall in London as part of a cultural exchange concert organized by the China Musicians Association. The Wuxi Symphony Orchestra recently made its overseas debut in London as part of a cultural exchange concert organized by the China Musicians Association. Renowned Chinese conductor Lin Daye led the performance, …

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5 months, 2 weeks ago

Wuxi Symphony Orchestra makes debut in London

China Daily

The Wuxi Symphony Orchestra recently made its overseas debut at the Duke's Hall in London as part of a cultural exchange concert organized by the China Musicians Association. The Wuxi Symphony Orchestra recently made its overseas debut in London as part of a cultural exchange concert organized by the China Musicians Association. Renowned Chinese conductor Lin Daye led the performance, …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Venezuelan orchestra brings Latin joy to Beijing

China Daily

Conductors Liu Zheng and Christian Vasquez work with young musicians of the Juan Jose Landaeta Symphony Orchestra from Venezuela and the Soong Ching Ling Peace Angel Art Troupe Orchestra of Beijing during the concert. CHINA DAILY Inspired by the system, Liu has been implementing his own musical education practices in China since 2019 and has invited national-level musicians to teach …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Venezuelan orchestra brings Latin joy to Beijing

China Daily

Conductors Christian Vasquez and Liu Zheng work with young musicians of the Juan Jose Landaeta Symphony Orchestra from Venezuela and the Soong Ching Ling Peace Angel Art Troupe Orchestra of Beijing during the concert. This was the first overseas tour for the young Venezuelan orchestra and their repertoire included Venezuelan composer Inocente Carreno's Margaritena, Mexican composer Silvestre Revueltas' Sensemaya and …

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5 months, 3 weeks ago

Venezuelan orchestra brings Latin joy to Beijing

China Daily

Conductors Christian Vasquez and Liu Zheng work with young musicians of the Juan Jose Landaeta Symphony Orchestra from Venezuela and the Soong Ching Ling Peace Angel Art Troupe Orchestra of Beijing during the concert. This was the first overseas tour for the young Venezuelan orchestra and their repertoire included Venezuelan composer Inocente Carreno's Margaritena, Mexican composer Silvestre Revueltas' Sensemaya and …

Music China Venezuela Young Latin Play Chinese

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Venezuelan orchestra brings Latin joy to Beijing

China Daily

Conductors Liu Zheng and Christian Vasquez work with young musicians of the Juan Jose Landaeta Symphony Orchestra from Venezuela and the Soong Ching Ling Peace Angel Art Troupe Orchestra of Beijing during the concert. CHINA DAILY Inspired by the system, Liu has been implementing his own musical education practices in China since 2019 and has invited national-level musicians to teach …

Music China Venezuela Latin American Latin Beijing

5 months, 3 weeks ago

Berlin orchestra sets a masterful tone

China Daily

Andrea Zietzschmann, general manager of Berliner Philharmoniker Foundation, gives free tickets to two visually impaired children on Monday. On the first concert on Wednesday, the Berliner Philharmoniker performed under the baton of Petrenko, chief conductor and artistic director of the company since the 2019/20 season, at the Shanghai Grand Theatre, the same repertoire as its end-of-season concert at Waldbuhne in …

Berlin Piano Concert

6 months ago

China Conservatory of Music launches festival to celebrate 60th anniversary

China Daily

Musicians have been appointed as guest professors of China Conservatory of Music, including pipa player Zhao Cong and violinist Liu Yunzhi. The festival will witness the convergence of musicians from esteemed institutions including the China National Opera & Dance Drama Theater, China National Opera House, China National Traditional Orchestra, and China Ethnic Song & Dance Ensemble. Li Xincao, the accomplished …

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6 months ago

China Conservatory of Music launches festival to celebrate 60th anniversary

China Daily

Musicians have been appointed as guest professors of China Conservatory of Music, including pipa player Zhao Cong and violinist Liu Yunzhi. The festival will witness the convergence of musicians from esteemed institutions including the China National Opera & Dance Drama Theater, China National Opera House, China National Traditional Orchestra, and China Ethnic Song & Dance Ensemble. Li Xincao, the accomplished …

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6 months ago

China and Venezuela commemorate 50 years of relations through harmonious concerts

China Daily

Conductor Christian Vasquez at the concert in Beijing on June 17. In celebration of the 50th anniversary of China-Venezuela diplomatic relations, a concert unfolded at the Beijing Concert Hall on June 17, featuring the talented musicians of the China National Symphony Orchestra and the Venezuela Juan Jose Landaeta Symphony Orchestra. Continuing the cultural exchange, on June 18, the Venezuela Juan …

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