# Event Details - **Event Name**: Refined Strings, Elegant Melodies: Chinese Chamber Music Concert (Pipa) SYD - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 06 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Wed, 06 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm (+10:00) - **Event Description**: Experience a live concert of Chinese classical and contemporary chamber music, performed by artists from the China Conservatory of Music.About this EventTime: 19:00 - 20:00, 6th May, WednesdayLocation: Meers Hall, Naala Badu Building, Art Gallery of New South Wales🎶 Conversation and Connection🎻 Refined Strings, Elegant MelodiesChamber Music ConcertChina Cultural Centre in Sydney and China Conservatory of Music will collaborate to present an evening of chamber music that brings together tradition, storytelling and contemporary expression.This concert explores the richness of Chinese music through iconic classics such as Ambush from Ten Sides and A Moonlit Night on the Spring River, alongside a selection of contemporary works. Performed in an intimate setting, the programme highlights the expressive voice of the pipa while creating a vibrant dialogue between Chinese and Western musical traditions.Performed by the internationally acclaimed Pipa π Chamber Ensemble, with artists from the China Conservatory of Music.🎟️Seating is limited–please secure your spot by booking the ticket.🎼 Programme HighlightsSummer — Jing SunA vibrant pipa ensemble work inspired by Xinjiang folk music, full of rhythmic energy and vivid imagery.Jolly Meeting — Zicun FengA lively bamboo flute solo rooted in Inner Mongolian folk traditions, expressing reunion and celebration.Morning Fog — Zhongshan WangA poetic guzheng solo evoking the misty atmosphere of early morning Beijing.Items — Bochan LiA contemporary chamber work reflecting on musical tradition and cultural inheritance.A Moonlit Night on the Spring River — TraditionalA graceful and lyrical depiction of a moonlit riverscape.Ambush from Ten Sides — Traditional (arr. Dehai Liu)A dramatic and virtuosic pipa masterpiece portraying an ancient battlefield.Deep Night — Peking Opera Tune (arr. Hua Wu)A powerful work adapted from traditional opera music, with strong rhythmic drive.(Programme subject to change)👩‍🏫 Featured ArtistsPipa π Chamber EnsembleEstablished in 2019, the ensemble brings together outstanding musicians from the China Conservatory of Music. Known for their innovative approach to traditional instruments, the group has performed extensively across China, Europe, and North America, including appearances at Carnegie Hall and international cultural festivals.Yong Ge (Pipa)A renowned pipa virtuoso, professor, and doctoral supervisor at the China Conservatory of Music. An award-winning performer and internationally active artist, she has appeared in over 20 countries and is widely recognised for her contributions to contemporary pipa performance and education.Xiaoling Yang (Guzheng)A leading young guzheng performer and doctoral candidate at the China Conservatory of Music, recognised for her artistry and multiple national awards, including top honours in major Chinese music competitions.Ensemble MusiciansJiayu Qiu, Xiaoqian Guo, Yuqiao Wang, Jiayi Wen (Pipa)Zhanhe Guo (Bamboo Flute/Xiao) https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/97595f90-37ae-11f1-be24-83784ced8d65-rimg-w1114-h740-dcf1f3f1-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/97a44b40-37ae-11f1-8dfe-373c02824b1c-rimg-w1112-h740-dcd8eaf0-gmir.jpg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TV4zqeEO7M0 - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/sydney/refined-strings-elegant-melodies-chinese-chamber-music-concert-pipa-syd/100001986396011944 - **Event Categories**: Entertainment, Music, Concerts, performances, Art, Festivals, Meetups, Theatre - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: AUD ## Event venue details - **city**: Sydney - **state**: NS - **country**: Australia - **location**: Art Gallery of New South Wales - **lat**: -33.8688037 - **long**: 151.2174138 - **full address**: Art Gallery of New South Wales, Art Gallery Road, Sydney, Australia ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Refined Strings, Elegant Melodies: Chinese Chamber Music Concert (Pipa) SYD - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/16e2cb04b039031e8d44aa49bca77178a7082705f6d4b3c8aec898def967b1aa-rimg-w1200-h674-dcf1f8fe-gmir.jpg?v=1776135850 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Refined Strings, Elegant Melodies: Chinese Chamber Music Concert (Pipa) SYD being held? - **A:** Refined Strings, Elegant Melodies: Chinese Chamber Music Concert (Pipa) SYD takes place on Wed, 06 May, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Wed, 06 May, 2026 at 08:00 pm at Art Gallery of New South Wales, Art Gallery Road, Sydney, Australia. - **Q**: Who is organizing Refined Strings, Elegant Melodies: Chinese Chamber Music Concert (Pipa) SYD? - **A:** Refined Strings, Elegant Melodies: Chinese Chamber Music Concert (Pipa) SYD is organized by China Cultural Centre (Sydney). - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Refined Strings, Elegant Melodies: Chinese Chamber Music Concert (Pipa) SYD is ideal for live music fans, concert-goers, and anyone who enjoys unforgettable performances from their favorite artists in an electric live atmosphere. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Sydney, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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