The idea of an orchestra, a large ensemble of musicians directed to play together, is a Western concept, basically unknown in China until the middle of the 20th century. Since then, especially once ...

He broke the instrument, and never played again in his life. The Chinese word Zhi Yin (confidant), literally meaning knowing the voice, also originated from this story.” Go to the Traditional Chinese ...

After graduating from the Conservatory in 1993, Sun joined the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra and held the position of Concertmaster in 1996. In the same year, Sun visited specialists in classical music ...

The Silk Trio, a group of innovative string players specializing in the music of China, plays at 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 14. Tickets cost $10, also available at batestickets.com. The Olin Arts Center ...

The Jiangsu Silk & Bamboo Performing Group is performing at Purdue University on Sept. 13. The event, which is free and open to the public, is 2-3:30 p.m. in Stewart Center's Loeb Playhouse. Doors ...

Two events at Binghamton University on Saturday will honor Global Confucius Institute Day. At 2 p.m. at the Glenn G. Bartle Library lobby, celebrate the opening of the Chinese Cultural Experience ...