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Arts Encounters

September 23, 2017

“To pursue peace we must understand each other better, and the arts are a way to do this.” These words from our second lesson with Liu Qingyang, Professor and Master Tutor of Calligraphy, echoed through other recent arts experiences including two dance classes and the first of two sessions on Chinese traditional music. We were able to physically engage in creative expression, see history and culture through an aesthetic lens, and observe arts pedagogy in action in China. Each teacher expressed appreciation to us for being interested in the arts of China, and we tried to return our deep gratitude for their generous instruction.

Scenes from below capture other recent events and scenes. This weekend is more relaxed as we anticipate the second half of the study portion of our SST.

Posing with our calligraphy work with Master tutor Liu Qingyang
Learning a fan dance with Mr. Chen Chuwen
We also began learning Tai Chi this week
A voice major from CWNU demonstrating a traditional song
We were asked to perform some of our music; Abe, Christi and Christian shared an original song blending some American popular styles
We also sang a hymn
With music professor Ms. Wang Xiao and voice students following presentation on traditional Chinese folk songs
Outdoor gallery between the Fine Arts/Music buildings
Skye demonstrates safety first with new technique while standing on the bus – clipping the backpack around the pole
Students taking a map quiz at our weekly gathering at Peace in China
A view of Nanchong from the southeast edge of the city