Symphony of tea

Conductor Tan Lihua. [Photo provided to China Daily]

Beijing Symphony Orchestra performed under the baton of renowned conductor Tan Lihua, bringing a symphonic work, titled Trulyhoma, at the National Center for the Performing Arts in Beijing on Nov 15.

Based on the story, Legend of Phoenix Seeking for Tea, written by Wu Yuanzhi, who was inspired by his visit to the tea farmlands in Yunnan province, the symphonic work was composed by veteran musician Zhang Qianyi, and reveals the culture of tea in China.

Beijing Symphony Orchestra. [Photo provided to China Daily]

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