The Hungarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, a prestigious ensemble from Hungary, renowned for its classical music heritage, inaugurated its China tour with an enchanting performance at the Nine Trees Future Art Center on the night of September 11.

  This concert was a highlight of the Eighth Oriental Beauty Valley Arts Festival. The Fengxian Culture and Tourism Bureau has been advancing the national public cultural system demonstration project: "Singing the Four Seasons Song of Mass Literature and Art" - Autumn by vigorously introducing quality cultural resources from home and abroad to Fengxian New City. The focus is on promoting the Oriental Beauty Valley Arts Festival and enhancing the public's artistic appreciation level. This event, coinciding with the 75th anniversary of the establishment of Sino-Hungarian diplomatic ties, offered Fengxian's residents an exquisite musical experience and created a superb opportunity for Sino-foreign cultural exchanges.

  The concert began with Liszt's Les Préludes, a piece that unfolds a vast and emotionally profound musical tapestry. Among Liszt's 13 symphonic poems, the most famous and widely spread is its symphonic poem No. 3 Les Préludes.The orchestra then presented Hungarian Dances by the German composer Johannes Brahms, a collection of pieces that embrace the spirited character of Hungarian folk and Gypsy music, marked by their free-flowing rhythms, intricate melodic embellishments, dynamic tempo variations and a sense of improvisation.

  Among the repertoire,Romanian Folk Dancesand Dances of Galántaare particularly noteworthy. Béla Bartók and Zoltán Kodály, the twin stars of Hungarian music, esteemed the folk melodies deeply rooted in rural traditions and natural settings as the unparalleled gems of Hungarian musical heritage, which are essential in differentiating Hungarian music from others.

  The second half featured the orchestra's rendition of Beethoven's exhilarating Symphony No. 7, maintaining the evening's festive dance motif. This symphony is renowned for its portrayal of jubilant victory and delight, underscored by a pervasive dance-like quality that exudes a sense of majestic exuberance. The symphony's last movement is particularly dynamic, with a rhythmic intensity that has earned it Wagner's accolade as the "apotheosis of dance.

  As the audience's warm applause filled the hall, the orchestra took to the stage once more for an encore, presenting the Chinese classic Jasmine Flower.This performance was not just a tribute to the rich cultural heritage of China; it was a perfect finale to the concert.

  This concert marked the inaugural performance of the Hungarian Radio Symphony Orchestra in Shanghai, and was a significant cultural exchange as part of the Eighth Oriental Beauty Valley Arts Festival. By performing classical repertoires, the orchestra showcased its exceptional artistic caliber and promoted cultural exchange and understanding between China and Hungary. As the concert came to a successful end, we look forward to more international artistic ensembles coming to Shanghai, enriching the cultural experiences of Fengxian's residents with diverse and vibrant artistic offerings.