The thrust on improving cultural-ties between India and China which was envisioned during the meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping’s India visit was felt in Raipur city recently.
A Chinese Musicians’ band which was performing for the first time in Chhattisgarh played some outstanding musical pieces that made the audience put hands together in appreciation for the artists.
During the Indo-China musical concert ‘Anunad’ held at Muktakash Manch in Gurughasidas Museum in Raipur recently, artists from both the nations made the audience realize the potential of Sino-Indian melodies.
The melodious performance of Professor Cui Jun Zhi on 'Konghou'- which is a mix of Chinese and western Harp with some element of Veena succeeded in commanding audience attention. The duet on ‘Konghou’ and tabla was also appreciated.
Sharing her views after the performance, Professor Cui Jun Zhi, who is also an international 'Konghou' artist, said that it was very special to perform in India on the eve of Republic Day.
According to Professor Cui Jun Zhi music from Konghou has a lot of similarity with thousand years old Indian Veena.
The Deputy Secretary General of Chinese Musician’s Association (CMA) Wang Jianguo who is also a Percussionist opined that youth from both the nations should interact with each other as there is much to learn.
“There are lots of areas for cooperation between China and India like trade, technology and agriculture that can be explored,” he said.
Wang Jianguo who was visiting Chhattisgarh for the first time found the place interesting.
Some famous Bollywood songs played by the band with a touch of Chinese style amazed one and all in the gathering.