Music bridges cultures in Nanning

From Rio to Nanning, young musicians share melodies, dance, and laughter, bringing Brazilian and Chinese cultures together on stage.

Marcia Melchior, artistic director of Brazil's Orquestra Forte de Copacabana, or the Forte de Copacabana Orchestra, watched the young musicians on stage. A clear vocal melody rang out, followed by a graceful tune that filled the air. Brazilian performers danced to the rhythm, and local Chinese youth joined in, forming a circle and moving freely to the beat.

"This is more than just performing," Melchior said."Music is universal; it connects people. Even without a common language, people can feel it with their hearts."