Chinese orchestra plans surprises for French, Austrian audiences

A 12-member ensemble from the China National Traditional Orchestra will embark on a tour to Paris, France, and Vienna, Austria, to present a series of four concerts and a variety of cultural programs at iconic venues across both cities from Friday to June 13.

The performances will offer a dynamic blend of traditional Chinese music and modern influences, celebrating the universal power of music in bridging cultural divides.

"I particularly love the theme of the tour: 'dialogue' and zhi yin," says Li Chao, erhu player and the associate principal of the China National Traditional Orchestra.