WARSAW, Feb. 11 (Xinhua) -- The "Musical Harmony Between East and West" Spring Festival Concert was held at the Teatr Dramatyczny in Warsaw, Poland on Tuesday, attracting 400 guests from various sectors in Poland.
Hosted by China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism and the Chinese Embassy in Poland, the event featured performances by the Beijing Symphony Orchestra and the Beijing Chinese Orchestra.
Chinese Ambassador to Poland Sun Linjiang opened the event, stating, "I hope that music can serve as a bridge to connect the hearts of our two peoples, deepen mutual understanding, and contribute positively to the bright future of China-Poland relations."
The concert began with the piece New Year Celebration, setting a festive tone for the evening. The program blended Chinese traditional music with Western chamber music, featuring renowned pieces such as Colorful Clouds Chasing the Moon, A Toast Song, and Nocturnal Peace, highlighting the beauty of musical integration.
Following the performance, Polish audience member Paulina Krukowska shared her impressions: "I was truly amazed by how well Chinese traditional instruments blended with chamber music."
The concert is part of the "Happy Chinese New Year" cultural program, organized annually by China's Ministry of Culture and Tourism since 2001.
