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China Institute Calligraphy and Music Meetup (February)

February 21, 2025

6:00 - 8:00 PM EST

Step into a world where tradition meets artistry, and ancient culture resonates with the busy life in New York City! China Institute in America cordially invites you to this monthly program for a mesmerizing evening of traditional Chinese music and the enchanting world of calligraphy.

Listen to the performance of the unique Chinese instruments, and feel the charm of Chinese music combined with practicing Chinese calligraphy with a master calligrapher. Take the chance to interact with our calligrapher, musicians and fellow cultural lovers too!

No previous experience of calligraphy is required. Ink, paper, and brush will be provided onsite. Join like-minded friends to enjoy tea, practice calligraphy, and listen to music. We look forward to a wonderful evening with you!

Refreshments will be served.

This program is in partnership with the US-China Music Institute of the Bard College Conservatory of Music.


This program is made possible through the generous donation of the Ng Family in honor of Mr. Ting Din Ng, former Chairman of the Chinese Consolidated Benevolence Association of NY and lifelong supporter of Chinese culture and the arts.
This program is made possible through the support of the Chinese International Education Foundation, and generous supporters of China Institute in America.
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.


China Institute in America’s cultural programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Calligrapher & Musicians Bio
Shan He

Calligrapher and Chinese Brush Painting Artist

Mr. He began studying calligraphy and brush painting very early on under the guidance of masters Wei Li and Jin Xing Jian. After relocating to the United States, he continued his studies with renowned masters of calligraphy and brush painting, including Yiu Yi Cheng, Yuan Li, and Yun Nam Zhu. He later received mentorship from Shek Yi Cheng, Rui Kang Chen, and San Shing Cheng. 

In honor of his late teachers Yiu Yi Cheng and Yuan Li, and their dedication to Chinese painting, Mr. He devoted over 18 years to teaching in New York City. He remains actively engaged in promoting Chinese culture and has exhibited his work alongside other artists on numerous occasions. He is currently a member of the Association of Chinese Calligraphy in America. 


Mia Wu 吴洺蕙

Mia Wu is currently studying at the US-China Music Institutie of the Bard Conservatory of Music and holds a bachelor’s degree from the Central Conservatory of Music. She was invited to perform at the China Now closing concert at Carnegie Hall in October 2024 and participated in Sound of Spring at Fisher Center and Lincoln Center in January 2025. From 2020 to 2024, she was frequently invited to perform at the NCPA Art Salon in Beijing. Additionally, she is the founder and artistic director of the Dizi brand “Qiu Yun Lu.”


Sunnie Ling 凌佳颖

Sunnie Ling is a graduate student at the  US-China Music Institutie of the Bard Conservatory of Music. She started to learn Guzheng at the age of 10. She studies Guzheng with Professor Zhou Wang from China Central Conservatory of Music. Sunnie has been dedicated to spreading Guzheng and Chinese culture in the U.S for over 10 years.


Hengjian Zhang 张恒戬

Hengjian Zhang is a first-year graduate student at the US-China Music Institutie of the Bard Conservatory of Music . He started studying at Tianjin Conservatory of Music in 2020. He has studied Sheng under the guidance of Professors Wang Lei, Dong Qing, and Chen Shuo. He has performed at Carnegie Hall, Xiaobailou Hall, and Tianjin Grand Theatre. Currently, he serves as a Sheng player for the Echoes of China Ensemble.

 

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