UCI Long U.S.-China Institute Hosts ‘Beethoven in Beijing’ Filmmaker Webinar Ahead of Lunar New Year
In 1973, the Philadelphia Orchestra made a historic visit to China. The visit was so impactful it helped rekindle in Chinese audiences a love for Western music after years of silence during the Cultural Revolution (1966 – 1976).
Next week, join UCI Long U.S.-China Institute as they host a webinar featuring some of the filmmakers from Beethoven in Beijing. Panelists include director Jennifer Lin, conductor Jindong Cai and historian Sheila Melvin. The Q&A will start at 2 p.m. PST on Monday, Jan. 24, 2022.
Narrated by American and Chinese musicians and historians, the film explores the impact of the Philadelphia Orchestra’s historic tour on China both then and now. It is produced by History Making Productions. Here’s a brief clip.
To watch the documentary ahead of the conversation, please click here. It will available from available from Jan. 17 – 26, 2022. To register for the webinar, please click here.
