Orchestrating a prestigious career
7 months, 1 week ago

Orchestrating a prestigious career

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Conductor Qian Junping at a concert with China National Symphony Orchestra at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on March 9. On May 17 and 18, Qian conducted the China NCPA Orchestra, the resident symphony orchestra of the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing, performing Brahms' Symphony No 1 in C Minor, Op 68. Qian's performances of Brahms' work closed the project of the NCPA, which has four conductors — Daniele Gatti from Italy, Chung Myung-whun from South Korea, and Lyu Jia, chief conductor and music director of the China NCPA Orchestra — playing Brahms' four symphonies with the China NCPA Orchestra. "For conductors, diving into a composer's score entails analyzing every note, rhythm and dynamic marking to comprehend the intended emotional and musical journey," Qian explains.

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Beijing Symphony Orchestra enchants audience with renowned violinist
7 months ago

Beijing Symphony Orchestra enchants audience with renowned violinist

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Vineta Sareika-Volkner makes her debut at the National Center for the Performing Arts by performing with Beijing Symphony Orchestra on Friday. On Friday, the Beijing Symphony Orchestra mesmerized audiences at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing with a captivating concert featuring Vineta Sareika-Volkner, the concertmaster of the Berliner Philharmoniker. Guided by conductor Xia Xiaotang, the orchestra delivered …

Beijing Symphony Orchestra enchants audience with renowned violinist
7 months ago

Beijing Symphony Orchestra enchants audience with renowned violinist

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Vineta Sareika-Volkner makes her debut at the National Center for the Performing Arts by performing with Beijing Symphony Orchestra on Friday. On Friday, the Beijing Symphony Orchestra mesmerized audiences at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing with a captivating concert featuring Vineta Sareika-Volkner, the concertmaster of the Berliner Philharmoniker. Guided by conductor Xia Xiaotang, the orchestra delivered …

Orchestrating a prestigious career
7 months, 1 week ago

Orchestrating a prestigious career

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Conductor Qian Junping at a concert with China National Symphony Orchestra at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on March 9. On May 17 and 18, Qian conducted the China NCPA Orchestra, the resident symphony orchestra of the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing, performing Brahms' Symphony No 1 in C Minor, Op 68. Qian's …

Hangzhou Philharmonic Orchestra celebrates anniversary with stellar performances
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Hangzhou Philharmonic Orchestra celebrates anniversary with stellar performances

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Conductor Yang Yang and Hangzhou Philharmonic Orchestra stage a concert at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing on Sunday. On Sunday, the Hangzhou Philharmonic Orchestra took center stage at the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing, delivering a mesmerizing concert that showcased their musical prowess and artistry. Led by conductor Yang Yang, the orchestra mesmerized …

Wuxi Chinese Orchestra celebrates local heritage in spectacular performance
9 months ago

Wuxi Chinese Orchestra celebrates local heritage in spectacular performance

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Wuxi Chinese Orchestra performed with a concert under the baton of conductor Sun Peng at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing on April 10. The Wuxi Chinese Orchestra, under the baton of conductor Sun Peng, delivered a captivating performance at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing on April 10, as part of the ongoing …

Wuxi Chinese Orchestra celebrates local heritage in spectacular performance
9 months ago

Wuxi Chinese Orchestra celebrates local heritage in spectacular performance

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Wuxi Chinese Orchestra performed with a concert under the baton of conductor Sun Peng at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing on April 10. The Wuxi Chinese Orchestra, under the baton of conductor Sun Peng, delivered a captivating performance at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing on April 10, as part of the ongoing …

Beijing Symphony Orchestra announces new head at Brahms concert
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Beijing Symphony Orchestra announces new head at Brahms concert

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Pianist Zou Xiang and conductor Xia Xiaotang at the concert in Beijing on Feb 22. Conducted by Xia Xiaotang, the Beijing Symphony Orchestra staged a concert on Feb 22 at Beijing's National Center for the Performing Arts, featuring music by German composer Johannes Brahms. Pianists Zou Xiang and Sun Yingdi played the Piano Concerto No 1 in D Minor, Op …

Beijing Symphony Orchestra announces new head at Brahms concert
10 months, 2 weeks ago

Beijing Symphony Orchestra announces new head at Brahms concert

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Pianist Zou Xiang and conductor Xia Xiaotang at the concert in Beijing on Feb 22. Conducted by Xia Xiaotang, the Beijing Symphony Orchestra staged a concert on Feb 22 at Beijing's National Center for the Performing Arts, featuring music by German composer Johannes Brahms. Pianists Zou Xiang and Sun Yingdi played the Piano Concerto No 1 in D Minor, Op …

China National Traditional Orchestra performs in Germany
10 months, 2 weeks ago

China National Traditional Orchestra performs in Germany

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Conductor Liu Sha The China National Traditional Orchestra embarked on a German tour from Feb 6 to 14, performing in Hamburg, Berlin, Dusseldorf and Dresden. One of the highlights was the concert on Feb 10, the first day of Lunar New Year, featuring conductor Liu playing the famous Chinese music piece, The Spring Festival Overture, by Chinese composer Li Huanzhi. …

Beijing Symphony Orchestra kicks off new performing season
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Beijing Symphony Orchestra kicks off new performing season

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Under the baton of conductor Massimo Zanetti, Beijing Symphony Orchestra performed at the NCPA on Jan 11, kicking off its 2024 performing season. On Jan 11, Beijing Symphony Orchestra staged a concert under the baton of conductor Massimo Zanetti at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing, featuring music works such as L'italiana in Algeri Overture by Rossini, …

Beijing Symphony Orchestra kicks off new performing season
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Beijing Symphony Orchestra kicks off new performing season

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Under the baton of conductor Massimo Zanetti, Beijing Symphony Orchestra performed at the NCPA on Jan 11, kicking off its 2024 performing season. On Jan 11, Beijing Symphony Orchestra staged a concert under the baton of conductor Massimo Zanetti at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing, featuring music works such as L'italiana in Algeri Overture by Rossini, …

NCPA concerts a multicultural affair
1 year, 2 months ago

NCPA concerts a multicultural affair

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Italian conductor Daniele Gatti performed with the China NCPA Orchestra in Beijing on Oct 27. Italian conductor Daniele Gatti gave two concerts with the China NCPA Orchestra in Beijing on Oct 27 and 28. "I have conducted other Chinese orchestras, like the Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra and the Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra. This is the first time that I have conducted the …

Ensembles assemble
1 year, 9 months ago

Ensembles assemble

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Cellist Li La playing Tchaikovsky's Variations on a Rococo Theme. "The China Orchestra Festival showcases and promotes Chinese symphony orchestras and Chinese musical works. However, during the second China Orchestra Festival, all the participating orchestras were asked to perform at least one music piece by a Chinese composer. On April 28, Zhang will conduct the symphony orchestra of the National …

China National Symphony Orchestra reveals programs in 2023
2 years ago

China National Symphony Orchestra reveals programs in 2023

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Li Xincao, guest principal conductor of China National Symphony Orchestra. China National Symphony Orchestra announced its program list for the 2023 season on Dec 27 in Beijing. According to Li Xincao, guest principal conductor of China National Symphony Orchestra, concerts will be held to mark great Western composers, such as Brahms, Sergei Rachmaninoff and Aram Khachaturian. Two former presidents of …

Orchestral maneuvers
2 years, 11 months ago

Orchestral maneuvers

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Conductor Li Xincao, who became the president of the China National Symphony Orchestra in August. This year, conductor and composer Jin Chengzhi will be commissioned to write a new piece for the orchestra, which will be premiered on Nov 12 at Beijing Concert Hall by the chorus of the China National Symphony Orchestra. Four Chinese conductors who worked with the …

Orchestral maneuvers
2 years, 11 months ago

Orchestral maneuvers

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Conductor Li Xincao, who became the president of the China National Symphony Orchestra in August. This year, conductor and composer Jin Chengzhi will be commissioned to write a new piece for the orchestra, which will be premiered on Nov 12 at Beijing Concert Hall by the chorus of the China National Symphony Orchestra. Four Chinese conductors who worked with the …

A moving performance
3 years, 9 months ago

A moving performance

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The China NCPA Orchestra will start its first nationwide tour on Saturday. Work by composer Zhao Jiping set to feature on NCPA Orchestra's first nationwide tour, Chen Nan reports. The China NCPA Orchestra, the resident orchestra of the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing, will kick off its first nationwide tour on Saturday from Nanjing, Jiangsu province. Under …

A moving performance
3 years, 9 months ago

A moving performance

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The China NCPA Orchestra will start its first nationwide tour on Saturday. Work by composer Zhao Jiping set to feature on NCPA Orchestra's first nationwide tour, Chen Nan reports. The China NCPA Orchestra, the resident orchestra of the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing, will kick off its first nationwide tour on Saturday from Nanjing, Jiangsu province. Under …

A moving performance
3 years, 9 months ago

A moving performance

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Musicians and organizers at the announcement of the orchestra's national tour at a news conference in Beijing on Tuesday. Music lovers will take this opportunity to get to know the China NCPA Orchestra," says Ren Xiaolong, managing director of the orchestra. Commissioned by the NCPA, the music piece was performed when the China NCPA Orchestra toured North America in 2017. …

A moving performance
3 years, 9 months ago

A moving performance

China Daily  

The China NCPA Orchestra will start its first nationwide tour on Saturday. Work by composer Zhao Jiping set to feature on NCPA Orchestra's first nationwide tour, Chen Nan reports. The China NCPA Orchestra, the resident orchestra of the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing, will kick off its first nationwide tour on Saturday from Nanjing, Jiangsu province. Under …

Beijing Modern Music Festival celebrates Chinese orchestral works
5 years, 7 months ago

Beijing Modern Music Festival celebrates Chinese orchestral works

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Wilson Ng, a Hong Kong conductor. The 2019 Beijing Modern Music Festival opens on May 19 at the National Centre for the Performing Arts with a series of modern Chinese compositions for symphony orchestra that celebrate the 70th anniversary of the People's Republic of China. Performed by the China National Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Hong Kong conductor, Wilson …

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