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Notable movie soundtracks
Our guest today is Zhu Wenjing, a pipa instrumentalist and also a movie lover. For those who're not familiar with the instrument, the pipa is the well-known four-stringed Chinese lute that's shaped like a pear. Zhu has been teaching the pip
Ancient zither, modern tunes
For those who are thinking of picking up a traditional Chinese instrument, the guqin may not always be considered first. Actually, the guqin is one of the oldest plucked instruments in China that dates back over 3,000 years. In recent years
Busking in France
Wearing traditional Chinese clothing with a face veil and sitting in front of the ancient Chinese zither, Peng Jingxuan is surrounded by a number of bystanders as she plucks the strings on the street of France. Aside from being an internati
The Gen Z trio
Fei Wai is a male band based in the city of Chengdu, Sichuan Province. Unlike rock or pop bands that usually involve instruments like the guitar and drums, this group consists of three signature traditional Chinese instruments, namely the b
The sound of spring
To present ancient Chinese wisdom of 24 Solar Terms through musical expression, composer Yang Qing wrote an orchestral suite titled “Life Rhythms.” As we embrace the season of renewal, Yang brings to us a few works from the orchestral suite
Moving forward step by step
The Spring Festival holiday reaches its climax with the Lantern Festival, which falls on February 5 this year. It is widely celebrated with lantern shows, riddles, and glutinous rice ball treats. In this episode, Liu Jidong, director of the
Rebirth of an age-old sound
The Chinese New Year welcomes the arrival of the upcoming year. Although the seven-day holiday is reaching its end, we hope to keep the excitement going for our listeners. Our guest on the show is Chen Libao, a Chinese horn instrumentalist
Into the festive spirit
January 22 marks the Spring Festival, the most important traditional occasion for Chinese people. It's a time of merriment, family reunions and a fresh start. In this episode, Dai Yin, head of the Nanjing Traditional Chinese Orchestra, join
A touch of musical aspiration
After China optimizing its anti-Covid-19 measures in late December, the nation has gradually returned to normal routines, including professional musicians. He Xie is a composer and a Chinese harp instrumentalist who's been planning his conc
A story told with strings
We'll introduce a couple of modern Erhu works with a storytelling vibe that'll seamlessly get you into the musical zone. If you're a long time listener to our show, you probably recognize that the instrument is a member of the bowed-string
Reviving an Ancient Culture
The internet has changed people's lives in many ways and has given rise to new jobs, such as online influencers. Nowadays, a group of young musicians in China are striving to bring traditional Chinese music alive through digital content. Ou
Upbeat songs to ring in the New Year
New Year's Day falls on January 1 on the Gregorian calendar. How will you celebrate and recount this year as it comes to a close? To spread the festive vibes in the air, here on this show, we'll share some upbeat tracks from "The Drum Voice
The Winter Vibes
Over 2,000 years ago, ancient Chinese people created a time system based on the Sun's annual motion to guide agricultural production and social practices, or what we know today as the 24 Solar Terms. Throughout the years, the Chinese solar
Songs about nature
Can you imagine the despair and the hopelessness when polar bears have to swim for days in the deep ocean to find habitable ice caps to live on, thousands of koalas are swallowed up by endless wildfires, and marine animals are dying in oil
The Amazing Flute
In this episode, we dive into the world of the bamboo flute, one of the oldest musical instruments known in China. Celebrated flutist Tang Junqiao joins us today, sharing with us several of her very own handpicked songs. Tang is a leading f
A light in the darkness
"Paying it forward" is a worthwhile and fulfilling notion that we could use a lot more of in society. Sun Qiang is a visually impaired music producer, currently working in Chicago, the U.S. He arranges guitar music, records, edits and mixes
Ode to the Great Wall
Many say the Great Wall is a must-see when they travel to China. It is the world's largest man-made structure, which was first built around 220 BC to protect China's northern border in ancient times. In case some of you haven’t had the chan
From Bangkok with love
Palang Rocksilp is a Thai singer who speaks fluent Mandarin. He came to China to learn music at the age of 12 and spent nearly two decades in the country. Now back in Bangkok, the 33-year-old baritone says his hometown friends think he's ve
Gamelan: A bridge to Java
For our listeners out there, there might be a few among you who've heard 1973 composition from American composer Steve Reich titled “Music for Mallet Instruments, Voices and Organ”. It is played with several percussion instruments and the o
Zither performer Zhao Mojia: Art has no limits
Zhao Mojia is a young guzheng instrumentalist with the Xinyi Chinese Chamber Orchestra in Shanghai. In this episode, we will get up-close with Zhao as she shares some of her musical compositions and her 25-year journey with the traditional
A story to touch the heart strings
For our longtime listeners out there, a quick quiz for you. What's your impression of the Erhu or the Chinese two-stringed fiddle? Many say that it creates a tearful ambience, and can duplicate the sounds of animals, such as birds or even h
A Panorama of East & West
China Oriental Performing Arts Group has recently launched a new concert that drew inspiration from one of the most famous classical Chinese paintings of all time titled "A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains." It was painted around 900 years
Beat of the drum
Yan Minmin is a famed composer. Her composing style is versatile as she fuses musical elements from around the world with the unique sounds of Chinese instruments. In this episode, Yan joins us again and brings us several of her recent work
Chant to celebrate the Double Ninth Festival
Staying healthy is essential for living a fulfilling life. On many occasions, we can hear people praying for good health and well-being, such as on New Year's Day and birthdays. China's Double Ninth Festival also celebrates wellness and lon
Music behind the myths
In this episode, we’ll present to you an orchestral suite titled Dang Kang by the Nanjing Traditional Chinese Orchestra. "Dang Kang" was derived from an auspicious beast with the same name, which was introduced in one of the earliest collec
An amalgam of youthful antiquity
Founded in 2015, the Beijing Traditional Chinese Orchestra's musical style has an authentic Beijing sound with creative improvisations. Li Changjun is director of the ensemble and shares with us some intriguing stories about how the orchest
Tunes from the Silk Road
There's an old saying that families that play together stay together. The Chinese Moon Festival also celebrates family reunion as the round shape of a full moon symbolizes family gathering. On this particular day, family members in China an
She brings out the joy of music in me
Some say good teachers know how to bring out the best in their students. Famed Guzheng performer, educator and instrumental reformer Li Meng certainly fits that profile. In this episode, her student Miao Qing, who is now a performer with th
Eternal youth through music
Qiao Yu, a household name in China, had a long career spanning seven decades in song and script writing. He wrote over 1,000 songs, some of which are still performed today and have gained popularity among audiences young and old. The master
The appeal of film soundtracks
Can you think of a song that reminds you solely of a film that you've seen? These soundtrack songs have the remarkable ability to enhance the story, encapsulate the characters' feelings, and bring viewers into a different world and time. In
