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Composer orchestrates bruckner's appeal

2025-01-04 09:56

For conductor Lyu Jia, the music of Austrian composer Anton Bruckner is more than just a series of symphonic works — it is a journey into the depths of human emotion and spiritual grandeur.

Revving up career in Yueju Opera

2025-01-04 09:55

Onstage, 21-year-old Jiang Zhounan brings stories to life, while offstage, she revels in her own passionate story with speeding motorcycle. Born in 2003, Jiang embodies the elegance of the stage and the freedom of the open road. Her life blends the grace of traditional Yueju Opera with the thrill of biking.

Music week sees ethnic groups come together to create sweet sounds

2025-01-03 16:31

The Second China (Sichuan) Ethnic Music Week concluded with a five-hour New Year's Eve concert from Dec 31 to the early hours of Jan 1 in Xichang, Sichuan province.

Beijing forum explores contemporary literati aesthetics

2025-01-03 15:51

The Sukie Gallery in Beijing hosted a forum on Dec 26, exploring the concept of contemporary literati aesthetics through the prism of artist Shen Xiaotong's recent practice.

Qiang embroidery: Stitches from the 'people on the clouds'

2025-01-03 14:02

Qiang embroidery, a national-level intangible cultural heritage skill, embodies the Qiang community's reverence for nature and protection of their family with each stitch.

Year-ender: China's tourism highlights of 2024

2025-01-03 11:22

In 2024, China's tourism industry saw remarkable developments that captured global attention and drove unprecedented growth.

Shanxi tombs hint at an 'elite' past

2025-01-03 06:24

The discovery of a new cemetery has shed light on the existence of an "elite" group of people at the foot of the western Taihang Mountains during the transitional period between the Xia (c. 21st century-16th century BC) and Shang (c. 16th century-11th century BC) dynasties in close communication with China's Central Plains, archaeologists said at a news conference in Beijing last week.

Hidden world of pre-Qin politics

2025-01-03 06:21

Three newly organized bamboo manuscripts reveal details of governance in early Western Zhou Dynasty, Yang Yang reports.

Journey of good taste has star appeal

2025-01-03 06:05

One of few female chefs to win the Michelin honor, passionate dim sum restaurant owner cherishes recognition from her customers, He Qi reports.

'Sleep No More' awakens immersive theater

2025-01-03 06:03

The Macbeth-inspired immersive theater experience Sleep No More celebrated its 8th anniversary in Shanghai in December. The Shanghai version, jointly created by SMG Live and the UK theater company Punchdrunk, has shattered records and boosted the development of immersive entertainment in China.

Traditions are at the heart of Spring Festival

2025-01-03 05:52

Exhibition builds anticipation for family reunions, celebratory rituals, regional cuisine and good fortune, Lin Qi reports.

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2025-01-03 05:50

Zhang Daqian (1899-1983) is one of the most popular Chinese artists of all time and is also internationally renowned. His works are displayed in museums and galleries around the world. He traveled and lived extensively — from China and Europe to Brazil and the United States, making him highly regarded as a skilled and consummate painter of various styles.

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