Art Salon
《欧洲音乐与大提琴European Music and Cello》
The cellist Zhu Yibing and his wife, Dong Xiao.
On the afternoon of May 6th, the highly anticipated third edition of the Art Salon organized by the American East-West Cultural and Arts Foundation took place at the "Zhou Ning Photography Museum." The event, centered around the exchange of European music culture and a cello presentation by Mr. Zhu Yibing, received a warm and enthusiastic response. The entire musical gathering featured a solo performance by Mr. Zhu Yibing, accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Dong Xiao, on the piano. Throughout the event, Mr. Zhu provided insights into the musical pieces, comparisons between Eastern and Western musical cultures, and his unique perspectives on life and humanity. The performance was a captivating and exhilarating experience with one climax after another.
Mr. Zhu Yibing is an internationally renowned cellist and a board member of the Chinese Musicians Association. He achieved recognition in 1986 when he won the Geneva International Cello Competition, becoming the first Chinese cellist to win a major international competition. He has served as the principal cellist of the Basel Symphony Orchestra in Switzerland and the Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra in Germany. Additionally, he has taught at the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing and the National Superior Conservatory of Music in Paris, France. Notably, he holds the distinction of being the first Asian professor in the 227-year history of the latter institution.
During the event, Mr. Zhu performed 14 classic cello pieces such as Caccini's "Ave Maria," Bach's "Unaccompanied Cello Suite No.1 in G Major," Rachmaninov's "Vocalise," and more. Mr. Zhu's cello performance was rich in depth and tension, transitioning from subtle and profound to fervent and exuberant, encompassing a sense of sacred grandeur. It allowed the audience to reconnect with their inner selves, becoming entranced in a spiritual return through the power of music. As introduced by the salon's host, Lisa, Mr. Zhu Yibing masterfully fused emotions through music and language, guiding the audience into a wondrous realm of music.
Art salon host : Lisa
