Visualizing the classics

Zou says that 2023 marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Spain, and the visual symphony production was representative of the vibrant cultural exchange between the two countries.

She also says that this year's festival theme — "Future, Attitude" — signifies the exploration of new experiences and models through innovation.

"The aim of this year's festival is to combine classical music with modern technology and multimedia to create a new atmosphere for broader public engagement with classical music, and introduce change and influence to the genre," Zou says.

AI's Variation, an opera composed by Hao Weiya, was staged at Beijing's Forbidden City Concert Hall on Oct 3. It depicts a future world where artificial intelligence coexists with humanity, sparking discussions on the ultimate meaning of existence.