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

Experience the avant-garde “Percussion Concerto”, originally commissioned by Evelyn Glennie and the Singapore Symphony Orchestra in 1998 and inspired by the percussive style of Peking Opera. Watch Derek Koh deliver a striking operatic moment as he commands 14 instruments and recites Su Shi’s poetry at the "'Percussion Rhapsody" concert on 13 Dec. Grab your tickets with SG Culture Pass today at sco.com.sg/131225! 新加坡华乐团首度呈献陈怡《打击乐协奏曲》华乐改编版，打击乐演奏家许文俊一人跨奏十四种打击乐器，并在曲中加入人声朗诵，为作品注入戏剧性与丰富层次。整首协奏曲节奏鲜明、音色

The 2022 Spring Festival Gala welcomed the Year of the Tiger with “The Never Ending Opera Dream,” a celebration of China’s rich operatic heritage. With over 360 distinct styles, Chinese opera varies widely: northern operas often feature dramatic battle themes with bold, powerful vocals and striking percussion, while southern operas lean toward romantic stories, characterized by flowing melodies and the gentle sounds of the flute and pipa. This performance highlighted the cultural depth and artis