Three of China’s most celebrated musicians — pianist Li Jian, cellist Hai-Ye Ni, and violinist Siqing Lu — are set to captivate audiences at Carnegie Hall’s Zankel Hall on November 23. The concert, titled *An Afternoon of Cultural Splendor*, will showcase the seamless blend of Eastern and Western musical traditions through the performance of two iconic chamber music masterpieces: Beethoven’s *Archduke* Piano Trio No. 7 in B-flat Major and Schubert’s Piano Trio No. 2 in E-flat Major. This event, part of the *Cultural Splendor Concert Series*, is a collaborative effort by the Gong Family Foundation and the US-China Cultural Foundation, with support from prominent figures such as Elizabeth B. Wang, Tim Gong, John Catsimatidis, and John W. Allen. The concert will also feature a special award ceremony, where the artists will receive the US-China Cultural Foundation’s Global Cultural Excellence Award. The trio, united by their shared passion for classical music and years of friendship, expressed their excitement about performing together in New York. Hai-Ye Ni, principal cellist of the Philadelphia Orchestra, described the opportunity as an honor, while Siqing Lu, a globally acclaimed violinist, emphasized the cultural significance of the event. Li Jian, a prodigious pianist, highlighted the joy and challenge of interpreting these timeless works. The concert is supported by public funding from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs and promoted by China Daily, 77 WABC, and New York Music Radio / WQXR. Elizabeth B. Wang, co-founder of the US-China Cultural Foundation, underscored the event’s mission to foster cultural dialogue and celebrate the universal language of music.
Chinese musicians Li Jian, Hai-Ye Ni and Siqing Lu will perform at Carnegie Hall next month
