NCPA to hold online forum on symphonic music

The National Center for the Performing Arts (NCPA) will host the Beijing Forum for Symphonic Music 2021 via video link, Nov. 29 and 30.

Drummer in Chongqing: Everything an instrument

Qi Shuyu views everyone as a musician and thinks everything has its own melody and his studio teems with creative musical designs.

British musician chases his dream in Xi'an

​Having lived in China for more than a decade, British musician Adam Varjavandi is realizing his dreams step by step.

Traditional music fans in Zimbabwe rejoice as concerts resume

Traditional African drums are also included in their performances, and the synchronized rhythm of mbira and the drums creates an euphonious effect to the ears of the listener.

Craftsman creates giant bass erhu

Zeng Dan, a craftsman in Jingxi, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, has made a large musical instrument called "Zhuangniuhu".

The art of songwriting

A new album celebrates the late Ding Shande, a hugely influential and prolific Chinese composer, pianist and musical educator.

A key to music of the past

Pianist Wang Yuehan helps modern audiences better understand the fortepiano through her performances.

US San Francisco grants 2.5 mln USD to support entertainment venues

​U.S. San Francisco Mayor London Breed on Monday announced a 2.5 million U.S. dollars investment to promote and support the live music and entertainment sector in San Francisco.

Hitting the right note

This September, Zeng Yun was awarded second prize in the horn category at the 70th ARD International Music Competition in Munich, Germany.

NYC concert features Chinese cultural elements

A concert held in New York City's Lincoln Center on Saturday night charmed the audience with multiple Chinese musical pieces.