In Chinese opera, masks play an important role in showing the characters’ personalities and moods. There is a story behind every mask, including its origin and making process. If you’re curious about its story, I bet this video will show you the answer. #JSCulture #CultureandHeritage #SpringFestival | Visit Jiangsu

Peking Opera masks are a unique form of facial makeup in the traditional Chinese art of Peking Opera. The colorful masks indicate the identity, character, age, and other traits of the opera characters. Experienced audiences can discern characters' nature and moral alignment just by observing their masks. #ChineseTreasures | Discover China

“Instants d'un Opera de Pekin” Composer: Chen Qigang Conductor: Long Yu Orchestra: China Philharmonic Orchestra While taking "Xing Xian" (a type of musical expression specific to Beijing Opera) as the main melody, the composer, Chen Qigang, has introduced novel piano performance techniques with subtly skills into this composition, making this variation a successful combination of the charm of traditional Chinese music and the color of western music harmonies. Through this piece, the China Philha