Recent Performance Highlights
Chinese Heritage Night at Oracle Park
In celebration of AAPI Heritage Month this May, Melody of China had the honor of performing the National Anthem at Oracle Park for Chinese Heritage Night during the San Francisco Giants game on May 19, 2025! It was a proud moment to share traditional Chinese music on such a grand stage and be part of a night that celebrated culture, community, and unity.
Mystic Harmonies
Co-presented by Melody of China and SFIAF, presented as part of the 2025 San Francisco International Arts Festival
An exciting blend of Chinese and Indian traditional instruments featuring Melody of China with tabla virtuoso Swapan Chaudhuri and his Ali Akbar College of Music Ensemble.
This program features the world premiere of a new work for mixed ensemble!
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Deep Roots: An Afternoon of Chinese New and Traditional Music featuring Phil Young’s The Enchantment of Dance with Cellist Rachel Xu
Melody of China presents a colorful and exciting program spans various regions of China, including Sichuan, Yunnan, and Suzhou as well as Tibet and Mongolia, performed by virtuoso musicians on traditional instruments: erhu (2-string bowed fiddle); yangqin (hammered dulcimer); guzheng (table harp); pipa (lute); sheng (mouth organ); dizi (bamboo flute) and paigu (drums and percussion). The program features guest artist Rachel Xu on cello and a new work, The Enchantment of Dance by composer Phil Young.
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Educational Performances and Assemblies in Los Angeles
In partnership with the The Music Center, Melody of China offers live performances to the schools of Los Angeles. Audiences are introduced to Traditional Chinese instruments including the yangqin, pipa, erhu and sheng, and includes folk songs, classical, festival music, opera, popular music and instrumental pieces. The event offers fascinating selections that feature a blending of ancient cultural traditions of China and the youthful, multicolored American culture.
Bay Area’s premier Chinese chamber ensemble since 1993
Having been trained at top conservatories in China and the US, our artists come together to deliver captivating performances and enriching experiences through an exciting blend of traditional Chinese music, western music, and cross-genre works. Led by Artistic Director, Yangqin Zhao on the hammered dulcimer, Melody of China’s performances have reached international stages, world music festivals, residencies, and collaboration projects with renowned artists and composers from around the world.
World-Class Artists
Our artists are in-demand educators, performing artists and arts leaders with the sole vision of bringing Chinese traditional music and culture to the local communities and to the world. Having been trained at top music conservatories in China and the US, our artists can be heard performing on international stages and seen in classrooms working in schools and universities.
Our Grants and Sponsors
The Melody of China gratefully acknowledges the generous support of all our grant organizations and sponsors that has allowed us to continue our artistic mission in our education program and performance activities.
Support Us Today
You can support Melody of China’s education and performance programs by making a tax-deductible* donation. Your donation directly supports our latest concert program of traditional Chinese music, or newly commissioned works and collaborations with world-class artists. Your donation makes a huge difference and impact in keeping Chinese traditional music alive in the Bay Area communities and the world.
*Melody of China is a non-profit organization.
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Yangqin Zhao
Executive and Artistic Director
info@melodyofchina.org
(415) 215-7581
Mailing Address:
Yangqin Zhao
450A 2nd Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94118
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