Rhythm of the Orient

Join us for an enchanting evening as the Jinfan Art Troupe from the Experimental High School Attached to Beijing Normal University presents "Rhythm of the Orient." Held at the esteemed West Road Concert Hall, nestled within the renowned University of Cambridge's Faculty of Music, this special performance promises an evening immersed in the rich tapestry of Chinese culture through an array of captivating artistic expressions.

This performance presents an unparalleled artistic feast, bringing together diverse art forms such as national orchestral music, string music, dance, and chorus.

From the classic "Overture to a Dream of Red Chamber" to the passionate “The Song of Heroes", the performance leads the audience to travel through time and space, experiencing the beauty of the blend of classics and modernity.

The dances "Ode to Bamboo" and "The Flying Peacock" are poetic and picturesque, showing the unique and profound Chinese culture.

In addition, the majestic momentum of “Soaring Dragons and Leaping Tigers", the cheerful of “Happy”, and the soulful singing of “Rolling in the Deep” all push the atmosphere of the scene to one climax after another.

The dances "Esmeralda" and “A Maze of Stars and Spring Water" bring visual enjoyment to the audience with superb dance skills and profound artistic meaning.

In the end, the choir uses two touching songs, “What I Adore" and "365 Days of Missing You", to interpret their yearning for happiness and longing for families and writes a perfect finale for the entire performance.

The art education of the Experimental High School affiliated with Beijing Normal University has blossomed, embracing a number of well-known art groups within and outside the country. As one of the leading art troupes of the "Jinfan" series, the dance group carries the responsibility of both art education and talent training and has won many awards across the country and abroad, with its outstanding dancing skills and in-depth cultural integration.

Since its establishment in 1994, the Junior and Senior high School Choir has not only won many champions in domestic competitions by singing famous Chinese and Western songs but also become a bridge that connects cultures, leading students to develop in art and academics.

The Chinese Orchestra is dedicated to carrying forward the essence of Chinese culture and instrumental art, gathering talented students, and weaving colourful musical charts with a variety of national instruments, blending tradition with and innovation.

Established in 2015, with about 50 students as major members, upholding the spirit of "inheritance, love, mutual support, and development", and relying on a unique senior system, the Wind Band not only pursues excellence in skills but also focuses on teamwork and personal growth, jointly improving students' comprehensive abilities.

These art groups, as the pride of the school, draw a beautiful picture of art education as they not only enrich the campus cultural life but also provide students with a stage for exploration and growth in different art fields.

Chinese Traditional Orchestra - Overture to Dream of the Red Chamber

Chinese Traditional Orchestra - Song of the Heroes

Dance - Ode to Bamboo

String Orchestra - One Step Away

String Orchestra - Chapter Seven

Dance - Peacock's Arrival

Chinese Traditional Orchestra - Soaring Dragons and Leaping Tigers

Dance - Peach Blossoms

Wind Band - Happy

Wind Band - Rolling in the Deep

Dance - Esmeralda

Dance - A Maze of Stars and Spring Water

Chorus - What I Adore

Chorus - 365 Days of Missing You

90 minutes without interval

Jinfan Dance Troupe

Chinese Traditional Orchestra

Chorus

Wind Band

String orchestra

Li Xiaohui - Producer

Zhao Baowei - Planner

Teng Shuling - Supervisor

Fang Xiulin - Supervisor

Liu Jia - Executive Director & Art Director

Jin Yi - Art Directors

Liang Le - Art Directors

Zhao Chen - Art Directors

Cui Yijing - Art Directors

Miao Jingjing - Art Directors

Zhu Jingqi - Art Directors

Lan Jingya - Art Directors

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

West Road Concert Hall, 11 West Road, Cambridge, United Kingdom