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SUMMARY:NEZHA – A New Hip-Pop Musical
DESCRIPTION:London Premiere8–9 January 2026The Shaw Theatre\, London \nCheng Yu\, as the pipa and guqin soloist\, is invited to perform in the London premiere of NEZHA\, a bold new hip-pop musical inspired by the legendary warrior god of Chinese mythology. \nWith an electrifying score by Duncan Walsh Atkins and a new book by Teresa Luo and Jennifer Tang\, the production blends modern musical theatre\, rap\, and East Asian storytelling traditions. Traditional Chinese instruments are placed alongside an energetic electric band\, creating a striking cross-cultural soundscape. \nAs the only acoustic instrumentalist within the pop ensemble\, Cheng Yu brings the expressive voice of the pipa and guqin into a contemporary theatrical setting\, exploring new musical dialogues between tradition and modernity. \n“The participation of UK-based pipa soloist Cheng Yu adds a distinctive Eastern musical character to the score. 旅英琵琶演奏家程玉的加入为配乐注入了极具特色的东方韵味。”— People’s Daily 人民网 \nPerformance Times:Thursday 8 January 2026 – 3:00pm & 7:00pmFriday 9 January 2026 – 3:00pm \nVenue:The Shaw Theatre100–110 Euston Road\, London NW1 2AJ \nLanguage: EnglishRunning Time: 90 minutesAge Suitability: 10+
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/nezha-a-new-hip-pop-musical/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260130T131000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260130T135000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20251219T131039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T220715Z
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SUMMARY:Silk & Bamboo Duo Lunchtime Concert - University of Brunel
DESCRIPTION:30 Jan 2026\, 13:10 – 13:50 \nCheng Yu – pipa and guqin\nZongpu Lu – dizi and xiao bamboo flutes \nCheng Yu will play a lunchtime concert with the talented young wind instruments player Zongpu Lu in Brunel\, University of London. \nThey will be performing a set of traditional and modern Chinese music\, including solos and duets in various forms such as the guqin and xiao\, pipa and pipa with the dizi flute\, and hulusi. \n📍 Venue: The Beldam\, Eastern Gateway Building\, Brunel University🎟 Details and tickets: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/brunel-arts-lunchtime-concert-silk-bamboo-duo-tickets-1977607180312?aff=ebdsoporgprofile \n(If you are unable to book online\, you are welcome to try your luck as a walk-in on the day\, although seating will be limited.) \nIf you are unable to attend\, you are welcome to watch the live stream here: \nhttps://www.brunel.ac.uk/life/get-involved/brunel-arts/Concerts-and-performances
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/silk-bamboo-duo-lunchtime-concert-university-of-brunel/
LOCATION:The Beldam\, Eastern Gateway Building\, Brunel University\, The Beldam\, Eastern Gateway Building\, Brunel University
CATEGORIES:All Events,Concert,Concert,Past Event,Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260206T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20251223T213900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T214822Z
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SUMMARY:‘The Icebreakers’ Chinese New Year Celebration 2026 To celebrate the Year of the Horse
DESCRIPTION:‘The Icebreakers’ Chinese New Year Celebration 2026 \nTo celebrate the Year of the Horse \n18:00 – 22:30 \nCheng Yu has been invited to perform at the prestigious Icebreakers Chinese New Year Celebration 2026\, the flagship annual celebration of UK–China relations\, jointly hosted by The 48 Group\, CCCUK\, and CBBC. \nHeld in the Ballroom at The Dorchester\, the event brings together senior leaders from business\, government\, and the diplomatic community to celebrate the Year of the Horse. \nThe Dorchester\, London\, 53 Park Ln\, London W1K 1QA \nBookings: events@48group.co.uk \nW: https://www.48group.co.uk/
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/the-icebreakers-chinese-new-year-celebration-2026-to-celebrate-the-year-of-the-horse/
CATEGORIES:Activities,All Events,Past Event,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260211T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260211T200000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20251219T195304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T201430Z
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SUMMARY:Lunar New Year Concert 2026 - University of Birmingham
DESCRIPTION:Date: Wednesday 11 February 2026 \nTime: 18:30 – 20:00 \nThe China Institute is delighted to invite you to our 2026 New Year Concert! \nJoin internationally renowned Chinese pianist Di Xiao and The Silk and Bamboo Trio for a concert threaded with harmony and moonlight to welcome the new year of the Horse! \nA host of dazzling performers including: \nDi Xiao – Pianist \nCheng Yu – Pipa \nZongpu Lu – Dizi \nMengdie Ji – Guzheng \nTickets will be £5 each\, please book your ticket using the link below ****to secure your seat (tickets limited to 2 per booking). \nBOOK HERE \nWe look forward to seeing you at the concert. \nIf you have any questions please email: academic.conferences@contacts.bham.ac.uk \n📍 Venue: Elgar Concert Hall\, Bramall Music Building\, University of Birmingham🎟 Details and tickets: https://uobevents.eventsair.com/lunar-new-year-2026/lunar-new-year2026/Site/Register
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/lunar-new-year-concert-2026-university-of-birmingham/
LOCATION:Elgar Concert Hall\, Bramall Music Building\, University of Birmingham
CATEGORIES:All Events,Concert,Concert,Past Event,Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260213T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260213T183000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20260125T215126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T200201Z
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SUMMARY:East Meets West: Lunar New Year Concert at the British Museum
DESCRIPTION:Date: 13th February 2026\nTime: 6:30 pm\nLocation: Room 33 (The Sir Joseph Hotung Gallery of China and South Asia)\nAddress: Great Russell St\, London WC1B 3DG\nAdmission: Free \nProf Cheng Yu has been invited to perform in a special concert of Chinese and Western music at the British Museum\, orgainsed by New Elements Music to celebrate the Year of the Horse. This continues her long-standing collaboration with the Museum\, where she has previously performed for landmark exhibitions including the Terracotta Army\, China’s Hidden Century\, and The Silk Road.
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/british-museum-lunar-new-year-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Activities,All Events,Past Event,Performance,Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260214T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260214T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20260125T215756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T205057Z
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SUMMARY:Golden Horse Soars · 2026 Heritage in Harmony Chinese New Year Concert
DESCRIPTION:Golden Horse Soars · 2026 Heritage in Harmony Chinese New Year ConcertDate: Saturday\, 14 February 2026Time: 7:30pm – 10:00pmVenue: Sinfonia Smith Square\, London \n金马腾飞 · 非遗之美｜伦敦新春音乐会 \nProf. Cheng Yu will take the stage for “Golden Horse Soars · 2026 Heritage in Harmony Chinese New Year Concert“\, held at Sinfonia Smith Square\, a Grade I listed concert hall in central London\, the event offers an intimate and immersive listening experience in celebration of the Year of the Horse. As a virtuoso of the Pipa and Guqin\, she will perform alongside a full symphony orchestra and the UK Chinese Youth Choir. The programme features a diverse repertoire\, including traditional masterpieces and contemporary suites inspired by Genshin Impact\, showcasing the dialogue between ancient heritage and modern global culture. \nProject Credits: \n\n\nChinese Music Artistic Consultant: Prof. Cheng Yu \n\n\nOrganisers: Time Capsule & New Elements \n\n\nSupporting Body: Cultural Section\, Chinese Embassy in the UK \n\n\nVenues:  Sinfonia Smith Square (14 Feb) \n\n\nBook Ticket \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/golden-horse-soars-2026-heritage-in-harmony-chinese-new-year-concert-tickets-1981377261727
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/golden-horse-soars-%c2%b7-2026-heritage-in-harmony-chinese-new-year-concert/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260217T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260217T220000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20260125T220556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T222838Z
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SUMMARY:East Meets West Gala Concert
DESCRIPTION:East Meets West Gala ConcertDate: Tuesday\, 17 February 2026Time: 7:00pmVenue:\nThe Menuhin Hall\nCobham Road\nStoke D’Abernon\nSurrey\nKT11 3QQ \nAn exuberant East Meets West Chamber Music Gala Concert\, marking the grand finale of the SMA Chamber Music Festival and welcoming a year filled with creativity\, vitality\, and new artistic journeys. \nThe evening features two parts: a showcase by SMA young musicians\, followed by an international artists ensemble bringing together Eastern and Western musical traditions. \nCheng Yu has been invited to perform alongside Erhu artist Ziyang Huang (UK Chinese Music) and international chamber musicians\, presenting iconic works that highlight cross-cultural dialogue and artistic collaboration. \nBook your ticket: \nhttps://www.menuhinhall.co.uk/events/east-meets-west-gala-concert
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/east-meets-west-gala-concert/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Concert,Concert,Past Event,Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260219T131000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20260113T131054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T193442Z
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SUMMARY:Quatuor Danel Lunchtime Concert
DESCRIPTION:19 February 2026\, 1:10pm \nMartin Harris Centre for Music & Drama\, University of Manchester \nPipa virtuoso Cheng Yu is honoured to be invited by the University of Manchester to perform with the internationally acclaimed Quatuor Danel in this special lunchtime concert. \nThe programme presents a dialogue between Chinese and Western contemporary and traditional music\, featuring both solo pipa repertoire and a world premiere for pipa and string quartet by composer Joshua Brown. \nThis collaboration highlights the expressive possibilities of the pipa within a Western chamber music context\, bringing together diverse musical traditions through refined performance and new composition. \nProgramme: \n\nPhil Grange – Soliloquy for Solo Viola\nTraditional Chinese solo pipa works – Cheng Yu\nJoshua Brown – Pipa Quintet (World Premiere)for Pipa and String Quartet\, with Cheng Yu (pipa)\n\nVenue: \nMartin Harris Centre for Music & Drama \nUniversity of Manchester \nBridgeford Street\, Manchester M13 9PL \nAdmission: Free \nWith the support of the University of Manchester and the Confucius Institute. \nhttps://events.manchester.ac.uk/event/event:eg3-mdzvf72x-crjhfr \n\nhttps://chengyumusic.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/202512032012.mp4
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/quatuor-danel-lunchtime-concert/
LOCATION:Martin Harris Centre for Music & Drama  University of Manchester\, M13 9PL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:All Events,Concert,Concert,Past Event,Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260222T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20260125T221020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T224223Z
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SUMMARY:Chinese New Year Concert & Celebration with Sherry Youth Chamber Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:Date: Sunday\, 22 February 2026Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pmVenue: Sands End Arts & Community Centre\, London\, SW6 3EZ \nThis special Lunar New Year concert features the Sherry Music Academy Youth Chamber Orchestra\, presenting an East-meets-West programme performed by talented young musicians. \nCheng Yu has been specially invited to perform at this celebration\, bringing a distinctive cultural highlight to the event. \nThe programme is accompanied by traditional dumpling-tasting and dumpling-making activities\, offering audiences an engaging intercultural experience. \nA joyful celebration of music\, culture\, and community in the heart of London. \nBook your ticket: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sherry-music-academy-youth-chamber-orchestra-lunar-new-year-concert-tickets-1979729494210
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/chinese-new-year-concert-celebration-with-sherry-youth-chamber-orchestra/
CATEGORIES:All Events,Concert,Concert,Past Event,Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20260125T222104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T222104Z
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SUMMARY:Lunar New Year Celebration - Bang Bang Oriental City
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, 26 February 2026 in the evening for a special Lunar New Year celebration featuring a rich programme of cultural activities and performances. \nCheng Yu has been specially invited to take part in this event\, bringing an artistic highlight to the evening. \nMore exciting activities will be announced soon\, so be sure to follow our social media for the latest updates.
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/lunar-new-year-celebration-bang-bang-oriental-city/
CATEGORIES:Activities,All Events,Past Event,Performance,Upcoming Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260303T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260303T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20251231T235324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T215433Z
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SUMMARY:Sounds of Spring – Lunar New Year Concert 2026
DESCRIPTION:Sounds of Spring “春之韵” Concert – Lunar New Year\nCelebrating the year of the Horse\nHappy Spring Festival!\nCelebrate Lunar New Year with a special programme of rich\, vibrant traditional and contemporary music. What better way to enjoy the full moon and to welcome spring! \nPresented by SOAS\, University of London\, Organised by China Arts and UK Chinese Music\, with a programme curated by Cheng Yu\, the concert brings together leading musicians from China and the UK\, featuring: \n\n\n\nChinese Orchestral Music (国乐管弦乐团)\nSilk and Bamboo Music (江南丝竹)\nBeijing Opera (京剧)\nFace Changing (变脸)\nChaozhou String-Poem Music (潮州弦诗)\nPipa and Guqin Ensembles (琵琶与古琴合奏)\nAnd more\n\n\n\nDate & Time: 7:30pm\, 3 March 2026Venue: SOAS Gallery Lecture TheatreSOAS\, University of LondonLondon WC1B 5DQ \nTickets:https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sound-of-spring-lunar-new-year-celebration-tickets-1978897431488
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/sounds-of-spring-lunar-new-year-concert-2026/
LOCATION:Brunei Gallery Lecture Theatre SOAS\, University of London London WC1B 5DQ
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260307T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260307T163000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20260125T222724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T222754Z
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SUMMARY:London Youlan Qin Society Music Yaji Gathering – “Of Spring Scents and Cadences”
DESCRIPTION:LYQS 161st Yaji Gathering – “Of Spring Scents and Cadences”日暖花香山鸟啼 \nDate: Saturday\, 7 March 2026Time: 1:00pmVenue: SOAS\, University of LondonMain Building\, Room RG01\, WC1H 0XG \nThe London Youlan Qin Society (LYQS) will hold its 161st Yaji gathering at SOAS\, bringing together guqin enthusiasts and Chinese music lovers for an afternoon of cultural exchange and artistic sharing. \nCheng Yu\, Founder and Chairman of the London Youlan Qin Society\, will attend and take part in this special gathering. \nThe event welcomes both performers and listeners. Participants who wish to perform are invited to submit their programme by 5 March via email. \nThis regular Yaji provides a relaxed and friendly platform for appreciating guqin music\, traditional aesthetics\, and scholarly exchange. \nBook your ticket: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lyqs-161st-yaji-gathering-tickets-1981497189434?aff=erelexpmlt \nFor performance enquiries: info@ukchinesemusic.comWebsite: www.ukchinesemusic.com
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/london-youlan-qin-society-161st-yaji-gathering/
CATEGORIES:Activities,All Events,Past Event,Upcoming Event,Yaji
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260507T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260507T200000
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SUMMARY:Oxford University – St Cross Traditional Chinese FolkMusic Concert
DESCRIPTION:Invited by St Cross College\, University of London’s World Music Series this year\, renowned musicians Cheng Yu and Zongpu Lu will perform as the Silk & Bamboo Duo for the evening concert with a programme that celebrates traditional and regional Chinese music.\nThe Silk & Bamboo Duo comprises:\nhttps://www.stx.ox.ac.uk/event/st-cross-traditional-chinese-folk-music-concert\nCheng Yu who plays the pipa (four-stringed lute) and guqin (seven-stringed zither).\nand Zongpu Lu who plays the dizi (transverse) and xiao (vertical) flutes. \nDate & Time: 7pm\, 7th May 2026 (Free entry\, booking requested)\nVenue: Pusey House Chapel\nSt Cross College\, University of Oxford\n61 St Giles\, Oxford OX1 3LZ\nBooking:\nThis concert is free to attend but registration is required due to limited seating.\nIf you’d like to attend please register at this link. \n12:30 – 13:15\, Saturday 25 July 2026\nWestminster Reference Library\, London\n35 St Martin’s St\, WC2H 7HP\nAdmission: Free | Limited Seating \nBook Ticket: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=G96VzPWXk0-0uv5ouFLPkR5jaOhZ-WFAsg1e4vS9kAxUMjMzNk82TVNLV1ExOUlCRVAwU0pTWFI2WiQlQCNjPTEu&route=shorturl
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/oxford-university-st-cross-traditional-chinese-folkmusic-concert/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260509T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260509T153000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20260419T202411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260419T202445Z
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SUMMARY:London Youlan Qin Society Music Yaji Gathering – “Spring’s Echo\, Summer’s Prelude”
DESCRIPTION:LYQS 162nd Yaji Gathering – Spring’s Echo\, Summer’s Prelude 舞雩弦音 \nDate: Saturday\, May 9\, 2026 Time:  1:00 PM – 3:30 PMVenue: Room C325\, Main Building\, SOAS\, University of London\, WC1H 0XG \n\n\nJoin us for good vibes and great company as we welcome spring’s whispers and summer’s first notes at our 162nd Yaji! \n\n\n\n\nOn Saturday\, 9 May 2026\, the London Youlan Qin Society warmly welcomes lovers of guqin and Chinese music to a musical yaji gathering in London. The event will take place from 1:00-3:30pm. Centred on the performance of the guqin and other Chinese instruments\, the event offers a graceful space to welcome early summer through culture and shared appreciation. \n\n\nThe event welcomes both performers and listeners. \nThis regular Yaji provides a relaxed and friendly platform for appreciating guqin music\, traditional aesthetics\, and scholarly exchange. \nBook your ticket: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lyqs-161st-yaji-gathering-tickets-1981497189434?aff=erelexpmlt \nFor performance enquiries: info@ukchinesemusic.comWebsite: www.ukchinesemusic.com
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/london-youlan-qin-society-music-yaji-gathering-springs-echo-summers-prelude/
CATEGORIES:Activities,All Events,Past Event,Upcoming Event,Yaji
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260725T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260725T133000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20260101T001339Z
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Concert – Quartet Siji 四季
DESCRIPTION:Lunchtime Concert – Quartet Siji 四季Pipa\, Dizi\, Cello & Piano \nDate & Time: Date & Time:  12:30 – 13:15\, Saturday 25 July 2026\nVenue: Westminster Reference Library\, London\n35 St Martin’s St\, WC2H 7HP\nAdmission: Free | Limited SeatingBook Ticket: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lunchtime-concert-ft-quartet-siji-tickets-1981859617466 \nWe are delighted to be invited to perform in the City of Westminster. \nQuartet Siji\, a new ensemble presented by China Arts\, makes its debut at the Westminster Reference Library Lunchtime Concert with a distinctive cross-cultural programme. \nThis concert is supported by the City of Westminster Council and Westminster Reference Library. \nAbout Quartet Siji \nQuartet Siji is a cross-cultural Chinese and Western exploration of their respective sound worlds featuring both classics and new compositions. \nProgramme highlights include: \n\nSpring Dance 春舞 – Premier by Ray Lin (2026)\nEchoes of Galaxy 星河垂笛 – Premier by Wang Qingyuan (2025)\nCamel Bell of the Silk Road 丝路驼铃 – Ning Yong\, arr. by Ray Lin\nShadows of the Sword 剑影 – By Ray Lin (2025) \nGalloping Horse 赛马 – By Huang Haihuai\, adapted by the quartet\nGoing Home 思念故乡 – By Antonín Dvořák\, arr. by Ray Lin\n\nMusicians: \n\nCheng Yu – pipa (4-stringed lute)\nZongpu Lu – dizi (bamboo flutes)\nHoda Jahanpour – cello\nBingbing Jiang – piano\nArtistic Director: Cheng Yu\nMusic Director: Ray Lin
URL:https://chengyumusic.com/event/lunchtime-concert-quartet-siji-%e5%9b%9b%e5%ad%a3/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260824T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260828T133000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232905
CREATED:20260615T212946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T212505Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Fourth London International Chinese Music Festival
DESCRIPTION:24-28 August 2026\, SOAS\, University of London\nFestival Director: Cheng Yu \nRegistration is now open for the Fourth London International Chinese Music Festival – the only festival of its kind in Europe. \nWe offer systematic tuition\, master classes and workshops and related learning experiences\, grading and competitions as well a series of concerts. You are warmly invited to join us for this rich celebration of Chinese music. \nDownload the exam and competition guidelines here.\nDownload the festival registration form here.\nBook concert tickets here. \n\nThe festival comprises:\n• 5-day Summer School 24 to 28 August (mornings).\n• 2 days Grading Exams and Competition 27 to 28 August\n• Concerts\, Date to be confirmed\, various themes and venues in London and beyond\n• Yaji Literati Gathering – Guqin Music\, Poetry\, Traditional Costume and Tea (Free)\n• Master classes/workshops (afternoons)\n• Calligraphy and Chinese chess\n• Singing and Choir (new) and Instrumental Ensemble (afternoons) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMain Musicians (International)\n• Hong Yue 洪悦 – guzheng virtuosi and national credited examiner (Beijing\, China)\n• Xie Liqing 谢丽清 – Chaozhou music and sanxian specialist (Canton\, China)\n• Wu Dan 毋丹 – Kun Opera singer and scholar (Zhejiang\, China) \n\n\n\n\n\nConcert Series\n1. Wed. 25 August 6pm: Concert and workshop at CulturalKind Chinese Community\, Telford\, TF3 3BB\, Shropshire\n2. Fri. 26 August 7pm: Sound of East Asia\, Djam Lecture Theatre (DLT)\, SOAS\, Uni. of London WC1H\n3. Sat. 27 August 7pm: Gala Concert\, Holy Sepulcher Church\, London NW1 5LT\n4. Sun. 28 August 7pm: Showcase Concert – Djam Lecture Theatre (DLT)\, SOAS. \nYaji Gathering\n– Guqin Music\, Poetry\, Traditional Costume and Tea Sunday 28 August 2:00-4:40pm\, Djam Lecture. \nThe yaji (refined gathering) is a traditional Chinese literati activity with a history traceable to the Wei and Jin periods (3rd to 5th centuries CE). It is a gathering of free-spirited artists associated with guqin (zither) music playing\, poetry\, calligraphy\, landscape painting and tea or wine\, discussing philosophy\, literature and art. For this meeting\, we will focus on guqin music (and associated instrumental music) with poetry recital and accompanied with Chinese tea. We encourage participants to wear Hanfu (traditional Chinese costume). Places are limited\, please register as early as possible. \n\n\n\n\n\nSOAS Summer School Programme\n24-28 August 2026 at SOAS\, University of London\n10am to 1pm (Instrumental classes)\,\n2pm to 5pm (workshops\, Choir\, Ensemble etc.) \nThe five-day Summer School offers expert tuition on traditional Chinese instruments: guqin 古琴\, guzheng 古筝\, pipa 琵琶\, sanxian 三弦\, erhu 二胡\, dizi 笛子and xiao箫\, singing and Chinese choir (声乐/合唱)\, Chinese folk percussion (中乐民族打击乐) and an ensemble class (民乐合课). \nThe summer school is carefully structured based on our previous experience: participants learn individual instruments they have chosen in the morning\, join the workshops/masterclasses\, singing/choir and ensemble classes in the afternoons and go to a concert in the evenings. It will be a friendly\, colourful and fulfilling week. The summer school is a rare opportunity for anyone in the UK and overseas interested in learning and understanding more about traditional Chinese music and instruments. The summer school will combine group classes\, one-to-one sessions\, masterclasses\, talks and demonstrations. It will be open to participants with little or no experience as well as to those at higher levels. \nAll our tutors have Masters or higher degrees (see above) on their perspective instruments in both China and the UK and have years of teaching experience. At the end of the summer school\, participants will have opportunities to give a demonstration and/or performance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMasterclasses and Workshops\nSOAS main building room G52 – 2.00pm \n• Pipa masterclass – by Prof. Cheng Yu\, 24 August 2pm\n• Erhu workshop – Prof. Zhao Huan/Huang Ziyang – 24 August 7pm to 9pm\n• Dizi/Xiao/ flutes workshop – Lu Zongpu/Dennis Lee: 25 August 2pm\n• Guqin masterclass – 25 August 7 to 9pm\n• Guzheng workshop – Yang Kang/Ji Mengdie\, 26 August 2pm\n• Sanxian (3-stringed lute) masterclass – Xie Liqing\, 26 August 7pm\n• Kunqu Opera workshop – Wang Wei\, 28 August 10am\n• Calligraphy workshop – Azalea Qin Lei\, 28 August 2pm. \nChinese Singing and Choir Course – SOAS\, 2.00 to 3.30pm\, 24 to 27 Aug\, \nAs part of the festival\, we are delighted to present a fun and welcoming vocal workshop open to both young teenagers and adults to sing in Chinese. No previous experience is required. Through these five interactive sessions\, participants will explore voice\, breathing\, musical expression\, and the joy of singing together in a relaxed and creative environment. \nThe singing course includes:\n\n• Basic vocal and breathing techniques Voice relaxation and resonance exercises\n• Simple song learning and musical expression\n• Group singing and harmony experience\n• Confidence and stage presence building \nWe warmly welcome you to join us this summer and discover the power of your own voice. At the end of the summer school\, you will be a chance to demonstrate what you have learnt and to join in a group/choir performance.  Ensemble classes (level 3/4 or above required) \nProf. Zhaohuan\, Prof. Chen Dacan\, Prof. Cheng Yu\, Xie Liqing and others. \nThe ensemble class is designed for students to learn and practice in a group setting under the guidance of the tutors. Participant are required to have obtained at least a level 3 or 4 qualification from any nationally recognized examining body in China\, such as CNOS\, China Central Conservatory\, China conservatory and Shanghai Conservatory. Through this course\, participants can expect to learn at least two pieces at different levels. Confident players will join the Showcase concert to perform. \nChinese Folk Percussion Music Course\n\nSupplementary activity \nWeiqi (Chinese Chess (Go)) – during leisure periods (e.g. lunchtime\, practice time)\nSupervisor Elaine Yu \nChinese Calligraphy Workshop (SOAS\, Room G52)\nCalligraphy: Azalea Qin Lei – 2 to 4pm\, 28rd Aug. \nWe reserve the right to adjust the schedule\, venues and personnel due to unforeseen circumstances. \nTutors for the festival summer school classes\n\n• Guqin 古琴 Advanced classes\n• Guqin 古琴初中级 Beginner to intermediate – taught by Chia-Yin Hung 洪嘉吟\n• Pipa 琵琶 – taught by Prof. Cheng Yu and Lin Chen 程玉教授/林晨\n• Guzheng 古筝 – taught by Yang Kang and Ji Mengdie 杨康/冀梦蝶\n• Erhu 二胡 – taught by Huang Ziyang and Prof. Chen Dacan 黄子洋/陈大灿教授\n• Dizi and xiao flutes笛箫– taught by Zongpu Lu and Dennis Lee 路宗璞/李光泰\n• Sanxian lute 三弦 and Chaozhou Music – taught by Xie Liqin 谢丽清\n• Chinese Percussion 民族打击乐 – taught by Wan Ying/Jiang Hui 万英/蒋慧\n• Singing & Choir – taught by Wang Chen 王晨\n• Ensemble Class – taught by Prof Zhao Huan\, Prof. Chen Dacan\, Wan Ying\n• Calligraphy workshop – taught by Azalea 秦蕾\n• Chinese Chess (Go) – Lunchtime leisure activity\, overseen by Elaine Yu 于宁 \nAt the end of the summer school\, all participants will have opportunities to demonstrate what they have learnt. We encourage participants\, especially young learners\, to take the instrumental Grading Exams and competition that the festival provides to show what they have achieved. High achievers and winners will join our Showcase and or concerts with our professional musicians. \nConcerts and Festival Performances\nThe festival presents a series of performances featuring artists from the UK\, China and the wider international Chinese music community. \nGala Concert \nThe SOAS concert will focus on traditional Chinese and Intangible Cultural Heritage music\, featuring instruments such as guqin\, guzheng\, pipa\, dizi\, xiao\, xun\, erhu and ruan\, alongside ensemble works\, opera collaborations and performances by outstanding festival participants and prizewinners. \nShowcase Concert \nThis concert will feature festival artists\, participants\, and selected prizewinners from the grading examinations and competition. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to: \n• perform in public concerts\n• take part in a professional competition\n• receive official dual certification recognised in China and the UK\n• join lectures\, workshops and masterclasses\n• receive guidance from distinguished artists and adjudicator \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGrading Examinations and Competition\n27–28 August 2026 | SOAS\, University of London \nThe festival offers participants the opportunity to take part in grading examinations and competitions jointly evaluated and recognised in both China and the UK/West\, though the examining bodies: SOAS\, University of London\, China Arts (UK) and the China Nationalities Orchestra Society (CNOS) – China’s leading authority for Chinese music. \nThere has long been a need for learners of Chinese traditional instruments in the UK to be able to take such exams and have their achievements over the years recognised\, and to encourage them to further their musical development. This is especially good for young learners as the grades are recognised by UK mainstream schools. For example\, our grade achievers and competition winners have contributed to their music scholarship in mainstream schools\, university entry and to giving performances on major stages in the UK. For details\, see the guidelines. \nCategories include: \n• All Traditional Chinese instruments (individuals and ensembles)\n• Vocal performance (Songs in Chinese\, individuals and Choirs)\n•Chinese instruments with Western or World music groups/ensembles. \nExams and competitions (divided into youth and adult groups) include all types of traditional Chinese instruments: guqin\, guzheng\, pipa\, liuqin\, yangqin\, sanxian\, zhongruan/daruan\, erhu\, dizi\, xiao\, sheng\, suona\, hulusi\, singing\, choir and ensemble/group performances. \nAwards include First Prize\, Second Prize\, Third Prize\, Outstanding Performance Award\, Best Stage Presentation Award and Outstanding Teacher Award. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Us\nIf you love Chinese music\, wish to perform on an international stage\, or would like to deepen your artistic and cultural experience\, we warmly invite you to join the 2026 London International Chinese Music Festival. \nRegistration and Enquiries \nPlaces are limited and early registration is strongly recommended. \nEmail: info@ukchinesemusic.com\nWebsites: ukchinesemusic.org | china-arts.uk | chengyumusic.com\nInstagram: @ukchinesemusic @china_arts_uk @londonyoulanqinsociety \nDownload the exam and competition guidelines here.\nDownload the festival registration form here.\nBook concert tickets here.
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