MELODY OF CHINA

Melody of China (MoC) is a San Francisco-based Chinese chamber ensemble. Begun in 1993 by a group of enthusiastic musicians from Mainland China, MoC's mission is two-fold: "to provide rich musical entertainment through the synergy of ancient Chinese tradition with youthful, diverse American culture; and to promote classical and modern Chinese music." Their dedication to taking on new works by contemporary composers in addition to traditional material is what makes them a leading Chinese music ensemble. The organization's co-founders, Hong Wang and Yangqin Zhao, have succeeded in bringing Chinese instruments out of obscurity and into the mainstream of Bay Area culture... In addition to performances, Melody of China is deeply committed to arts education and leads numerous classes and workshops for all ages geared toward a greater appreciation for the beauty and versatility of Chinese instruments. MoC has contracted with San Francisco Symphony's Adventures in Music Program (AIM) and..

Primary location: San Francisco United States