Long Yu speaks to Sophie Rashbrook about the dramatic changes and vigorous vitality in China’s cultural industry, breaking down cultural boundaries and dispelling the myth of ‘eastern’ and ‘western’ music; Chinese classical guitar pioneer Xuefei Yang discusses her overseas learning and living experiences, the importance of commissioning new work and her pride in bringing Chinese music into her instrument’s repertoire; violinist Ziyu He talks to us about competitions, the balance between studying and performing, and the joy behind music; spotlights on conductor Huang Yi, soprano Asmik Grigorian and conductor Nicholas Carter; a look back at how AH's relationship with China began, and at the value of a two-way relationship with the country; Aislinn Ryan gives us the lowdown on touring a theatrical production and more...