A symphony for all seasons

Orchestra's upcoming program reflects changing face of classical music in the country, Chen Nan reports.

Promising a new season of passion and excitement, the China Philharmonic Orchestra recently unveiled the program for its 2024-25 concert season, kicking off the latest chapter in its 25-year evolution.

It will feature 22 concerts that span compositions from the Baroque to the contemporary period and will celebrate a number of significant anniversaries, including those of Bruckner, Strauss, and Ravel. The orchestra will revisit beloved classics and premiere pieces previously unperformed.

The tradition of the China Philharmonic Orchestra launching its own performing season began with its 2001-02 season. It was founded in 2000 by conductor Yu Long, who is also the orchestra's artistic director.