中乐西渐之探索与共鸣
The seventh annual conference of the US-China Music Institute is a three-day series of scholarly, interactive, and musical events exploring intercultural exchange while drawing on the rich tapestry of Chinese musical heritage and its resonance in the West.
Topics discussed will focus on the following three pivotal areas:
Leadership on Chinese music development in Western society
Expanding the approaches and perspectives on Chinese music research
Successes and challenges in Chinese music teaching in the West
The conference is presented in partnership with the Central Conservatory of Music, China, and in collaboration with China Institute of America.
Conference Schedule
Thursday, May 1
China Institute, New York City
Location: 100 Washington St, New York, NY
4pm to 5:30pm
Welcome Discussion and Leadership Panel
A distinguished panel of speakers offer their perspectives on leadership in Chinese music performance and studies outside of China. The discussions will be moderated by author and China cultural expert Sheila Melvin.
Speakers to include:
Jindong Cai, Director, US-China Music Institute, Bard College
Prof. Frank Kouwenhoven, Director, CHIME (‘Chinese Music Europe’)
Prof. Li Zhong, Vice Chairman, University Council, Central Conservatory of Music, China
Prof. Ye Xiaogang, Dean, Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen); President, Chinese Musicians’ Association
Free to attend. Please register on the Conference Registration Form (link below).
Bard East/West Ensemble
6:30pm to 8pm
Opening Ceremony and Concert with the Bard East/West Ensemble
The Bard East/West Ensemble presents an exciting program of Chinese musical compositions specially arranged for the unique instrumentation of a Western string quintet, seven traditional Chinese instruments, and percussion. Distinguished guest speakers will offer remarks on the development of Chinese music in the West.
Concert tickets and additional information for this event will be available on the China Institute website in mid-March.
Friday, May 2
Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY
10am to 12pm
Presentation and Discussion Session I:
Expanding the approaches and perspectives on Chinese music research
Location: Olin Humanities Building, Room 102
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Moderator: Prof. Mingmei Yip, USCMI, Bard College
Presenters:
Prof. Huang Zongquan, Central Conservatory of Music
“The Tradition of ‘Poetry and Music’ in Chinese Music Culture”Prof. Mingmei Yip, Bard College Conservatory of Music
“The Rational of Teaching Chinese Music in the West”Prof. Frank Kouwenhoven, CHIME (‘Chinese Music Europe’)
Topic TBA
1pm to 2pm
Student recital – Yijie Yin, ruan
Location: László Z. Bitó ‘60 Conservatory Building
or self-guided campus tour (tour maps available upon request)
2:30 to 5pm
Presentation and Discussion Session II:
Successes and challenges in Chinese music teaching in the West
Location: Olin Humanities Building, Room 102
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Moderator: Xia Jing, USCMI, Bard College
Presenters:
Prof. François Picard, Sorbonne Université
“Learning and Teaching Chinese Music in France”Prof. Jui-Ching Wang, University of Northern Illinois
“Should I ‘sound’ Chinese? A Musical and Cultural Learning Journey in a Chinese Music Ensemble in North America”Prof. Yao Chen, Central Conservatory of Music
“Confrontation, Confluence and Beyond: Integrating Chinese Sonic Traditions into Contemporary Practice”Dr. Xia Jing, USCMI, Bard College
“Embracing Our Roots to Seek Intercultural Resonance: Teaching Chinese Music in Multicultural Contexts”
Bard Chinese Ensemble and conductor Shutong Li
7pm to 9pm
Concert with the Bard Chinese Music Ensemble and Special Guests
Shutong Li, Music Director and Conductor
Location: Olin Hall
Saturday, May 3
Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY
10am to 12pm
Presentation and Discussion Session III:
Open Presentations and Discussion by Conference Participants
Location: Reem Kayden Science Center, Room 103
Conference attendees are invited to present for up to 5 minutes on a pre-approved topic. Sign up for a spot on the Conference Registration Form (link below).
1pm to 2:30pm
Graduate Student Forum
Location: Reem Kayden Science Center, Room 103
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Moderator: Prof. Hannah Balcomb
Presenters:
JinOu Dong
“The Relationships between Chinese Music and Chinese Calligraphy: A Case Study of Pipa Solo Piece ‘The Points’ and the ‘Yong Zi Ba Fa’”
Sunnie Ling
“Challenges and Opportunities for Guzheng Education in North America”
Andrew Chan
“An Exploration of Suona Modernization by Keyed Suonas and the Movable Bocal”
Calligraphy at the 2023 Yaji at Bard College
2:30pm to 4:30pm
Yaji (‘Elegant Gathering’): Tea, Poetry, Calligraphy, and Music
Location: Reem Kayden Science Center, Lobby
USCMI’s annual ‘Yaji’ is becoming a tradition on the Bard Campus. This open house style interdisciplinary, interactive event features calligraphy demonstrations, instrument demonstrations, poetry readings, and more. Tea and snacks will be served.
New this year: Sign up to participate! Conference attendees are invited to perform a musical piece, recite a poem, or present a work of art. Request a 5-10 minute spot on the Conference Registration Form (link below).
Bard East/West Ensemble and conductor Jindong Cai
7pm to 9pm
Concert with the Bard East/West Ensemble and Special Guests
Jindong Cai, Music Director and Conductor
Location: Bard Chapel of the Holy Innocents
The Bard East/West Ensemble and guest soloists will grace Bard’s historic chapel with a program of Chinese musical compositions specially arranged for the unique instrumentation of a Western string quintet, seven traditional Chinese instruments, and percussion.
All conference events at Bard College are free and open to the public (not including the China Institute concert on May 1). Registration in advance is strongly encouraged. Sign up on the Conference Registration Form at the link below.
REGISTER HERE
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For inquiries please contact us here.
DIRECTIONS, TRAVEL AND LODGING INFORMATION
László Z. Bitó ‘60 Conservatory Building at Bard College
Bard College is located in the Town of Red Hook, New York, about 90 miles north of New York City. The area can be reached by Amtrak (Rhinecliff Station), Metro North (Poughkeepsie Station), and the Trailways bus line (Kingston).
More information about travel to Bard College here.
For lodging, we recommend looking for hotels the nearby city of Kingston. Explore lodging options near Bard here.
There are plenty of places to eat on campus and in the nearby villages of Red Hook, Rhinebeck, and Tivoli. More dining options can be found in Hudson, just 30 minutes away by car.
Information about dining on campus here.
Conference Participants
Additional participants not featured here will be listed on the conference program.
Banner Image: Frenzeny, Paul, 1840-1902, A Chinese reception in San Francisco (1877 June 9). Denver Public Library Digital Collections.
Special Thanks to the following Major Contributors to the US-China Music Institute for making this event possible:
ANONYMOUS
CHRISTINA BAI
THE CAI FAMILY
ANGELA CHEN
SIZI CHEN AND MATTHEW STAIB
CHEN WEI AND CHEN MAOAN
CHINA UNITED STATES EXCHANGE FOUNDATION
CONSUL GENERAL OF THE PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF CHINA IN NEW YORK
DEREK HU AND MALENA ZHANG
JOSEPH KAHN AND SHANNON XIAN WU, THE KAHN CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
CORINA LARKIN AND NIGEL DAWN
LI LU, THE LI LU HUMANITARIAN FOUNDATION
THE MONA FOUNDATION
REBECCA LI PING
ERIC ROSENBLUM AND TITI LIU
DENISE S. SIMON
JONATHAN SLONE ’84
SHINING SUNG
OSCAR TANG, THE TANG FUND
NICK TAO, THE TAO FAMILY TRUST
ROBERT THOMSON
THE TIANQIAO AND CHRISSY CHEN INSTITUTE
BARBARA TOBER
JAMES A. VON KLEMPERER
US-CHINA CULTURAL INSTITUTE, IN MEMORY OF SHIRLEY YOUNG
DIANA WANG AND TIAN LING
XIN ZHANG AND PAN SHIYI
