Experience the stunning sounds of Chinese music at the ‘Silk Road Echo – Global Tour Concert’ for its New Zealand premiere here in Tauranga!

The Silk Road Echo International Tour has journeyed across France and Italy to the UK and has now weaved its way to Aotearoa – and is ready to enchant our community with their talent.

On Saturday, August 12, the orchestra will provide a free show at the Performance Art Centre at Bethlehem College.

NZ China Friendship Society Tauranga president Tina Zhang is delighted to see the orchestra come to the Bay of Plenty.

“[The concert] is a reincarnation of youthful innocence and a showcase of our diverse cultural heritage. The concert exhibits novel creativity, impeccable choreography, and breath-taking stage visuals, making it a perfect blend of contemporary relevance, cultural nuance, and international style.”

Saturday’s concert will feature the Silk Road Echo Little Stars Art Troupe, the Five-Colour String Orchestra, and the Beijing Instrumental Association Youth Chamber Orchestra.  

Showcasing traditional Chinese Music and Chinese Folk songs, audiences will experience the unique sounds of Chinese instruments such as guzheng, erhu, and yang qin.

Soprano singer and stage director Luxuan Liu and baritone singer Zhou Nan will elevate the music with their powerful melodies.

“Luxuan Liu’s passion for storytelling through music shines through as she weaves together melodies that evoke the warmth of family bonds and the longing for the familiar landscapes of one's homeland,” says Tina.

Luxuan says: “The Silk Road Melodies concert provides a window into the beauty, depth, and significance of Chinese culture, enriching the cultural exchange between China and NZ and fostering mutual understanding and appreciation between the two nations”.

“New Zealand audience's openness to different cultures and their passion for music will create a harmonious and unforgettable experience!”

The free concert is 6pm-8pm at Bethlehem College on Saturday, August 12. To RSVP email : tauranga@nzcfs.com