Title: Beethoven in China
Description: At the turn of the twentieth century, students returning from abroad brought Beethoven to China. The composer's perseverance in the face of adversity and his musical genius resonated in a nation searching for a way forward. Beethoven remained a durable part of Chinese life in the decades that followed, becoming an icon to intellectuals, music fans and party cadres alike, and playing a role in major historical events from the May Fourth Movement to the normalisation of US-China relations. Jindong Cai, whose love for the musician began during the Cultural Revolution, and culture journalist Sheila Melvin tell the compelling story of Beethoven and the Chinese people.
Subjects: Influence, History and criticism, Music, European influences, Beethoven, ludwig van, 1770-1827, Music, chinese, Musical criticism
Places: China
People: Ludwig van Beethoven (1770-1827)
Time periods: 20th century