Chinese traditional music vs. Western classic...

After 20 years in China, Laurent has picked up some very local habits, like reaching for a cup of hot water instead of ice water! What does it really mean to make a life in a different culture? In this special episode of My China Story, Laurent shares his journey through cultural ...  Show more

In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "robust" in Chinese. 

Poetry and music has been intertwined for thousands of years. We'll bring you several remarkable pieces for the 21-stringed zither or the Guzheng in Chinese, which were inspired by ancient Chinese poems. Let's feel the unique chemistry when the two art forms are blended. Our gues ...  Show more

Guzheng or 21-stringed zither performer Luan Siyuan brings several modern Guzheng works that she collaborates with foreign musicians to find chemistry when the Chinese instrument is played with others from different cultures. 

The competition is heating up as the judges decide to throw musical instruments into the talent show mix. Learn the Chinese words for playing various instruments, and be sure you know what "PK" means. (And you thought all Chinese words were written in characters?) Episode link ...