On the Philadelphia Orchestra’s 2012 China tour (left to right), violist Che-Hung Chen, Concertmaster David Kim, violinist Daniel Han, and Acting Associate Principal Cello Yumi Kendell give a pop-up performance in Beijing’s historic Temple of Heaven. The concert, along with two others, helped launch the orchestra’s residency week with the public.
Focus on by Susan Elliott
Chris Lee
China
China’s newfound passion for Western classical music is growing exponentially. Now U.S. orchestras and conservatories are not only performing there, but forging partnerships and collaborations. 62
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SUMMER 2014