DHAHRAN: In collaboration with the National Centre for the Performing Arts in Beijing, “World Famous Songs” was performed by one of the globe’s most renowned choirs at the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture on Thursday night, for a one-off showcase.
Arab News spoke with the NCPA Chorus’ Managing Director and Resident Conductor Jiao Miao following the nearly two-hour performance.
“In China, we often perform Western works, but this opportunity has opened a window for us to see Arabic culture. We find it very fascinating,” she said.
“This was our first time singing in Arabic, and it was quite challenging for us because it’s a language we’ve never learned before, and the music also uses a different scale.”
The choir began preparing for the concert in July.
