Showcase Concert-London International Chinese Music Festival 2026

Friday 28 August 2026, 7.00–9.30 pm

Djam Lecture Theatre (DLT)

SOAS University of London

Thornhaugh Street

London WC1H 0XG

Discover the next generation of Chinese music talent in this inspiring showcase concert.

The Showcase Concert brings together prize-winners from the festival’s grading examinations and competition, as well as other outstanding young performers, who will share the stage with professional musicians.

From expressive guqin melodies and dazzling pipa and guzheng solos to the vibrant sound of an East–West mixed ensemble, the concert presents a rich and varied celebration of Chinese music.

Programme highlights

Guzheng 古筝

The Walker《行者》 – composed by Wei Jun, 2015

Ode to the Iron Steed《铁马吟》 – composed by Zhao Dengshan, 1985

Pipa 琵琶

Heading to the Flower Fair《赶花会》 – composed by Ye Xuran, 1960

Dance of the Yi People《彝族舞曲》 – composed by Wang Huiran, 1965

Ambush on All Sides《十面埋伏》 – traditional martial masterpiece

Erhu 二胡

New Herdsmen of the Grasslands《草原新牧民》, 1974

Guqin 古琴

Song of Utmost Loyalty《精忠词》 – traditional

Three Variations on Yangguan Pass《阳关三叠》 – traditional

Guqin and Xiao Flute Duet 古琴与箫合奏

West Moon River《西江月》

Chorus

Jasmine Flower《茉莉花》, performed with an East–West mixed ensemble – arranged by Cheng Yu, 2008

Join us for an uplifting evening celebrating young talent, musical achievement and the enduring beauty of Chinese music.

Presented as part of The Fourth London International Chinese Music Festival 2026 (LICMF).

Register through the official festival website:

https://ukchinesemusic.org/london-international-chinese-music-festival-2026

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