Performance
Hands solo
Young guzhen player Dong Yi will hold a solo concert alongside the China Philharmonic Orchestra. Program includes The Blossoming Jasmine, Butterfly Lovers and Moon Reflects over the Second Spring. 80-880 yuan. 7:30pm, Nov 8. Great Hall of the People, west of Tian'anmen Square. 6417-7845, 6608-1188. 人民大会堂，天安门广场西
Berlin strings
The prestigious Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, or Berlin Radio Symphony Orchestra will present a stunning concert on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Germany. Under the baton of the renowned conductor Dmitrij Kitajenko, musicians will perform works of Beethoven and Brahms, as well as several Chinese pieces. Founded in 1923, the orchestra's repertoire spans more than three centuries. It has been especially dedicated to contemporary works. Many of the greatest composers of the 20th century have performed their own music with this orchestra, either as conductors or soloists. 180-1,280 yuan. 7:30pm, Nov 9. Great Hall of the People, west of Tian'anmen Square. 6417-7845, 6608-1188. 人民大会堂，天安门广场西
Violin magic
Of all the world's leading violinists, Gidon Kremer has perhaps had the most unconventional career. Born in Riga, Latvia, he has established a worldwide reputation as one of the most original and compelling artists of his generation. Gidon Kremer's repertoire is unusually extensive, encompassing all the standard classical and romantic violin works, as well as music by twentieth century masters. Now he brings his invaluable "Nicola Amati" violin, dated from 1641, to Beijing and will perform along with Chinese pianist Chen Sa. 120-880 yuan. 7: 30pm, Nov 9. Forbidden City Concert Hall, Zhongshan Park, northwest of Tian'anmen Square. 6559-8285. 中山音乐堂，中山公园内
Sublime ballet
The National Ballet of China (NBC) will premiere three classic pieces in the country. Beethoven's Symphony No. 7, written between 1812 and 1813, is often referred to as a "dance symphony" Choreographer Toer von Schayk feels it expresses the composer's ecstatic longing to reach the sublime future he was convinced lay ahead at the end of the dark period of the Napoleonic war. Choreographed by William Forsythe, In the Middle, Somewhat Elevated follows the traditional formula. The main theme, danced by the ballerina, increases progressively in relation with the number of dancers, until the result of the group becomes much more complex variations and pas de deux. Kazimir's Colors is proved to be an exercise in angularities and gymnastic coupling. 20-280 yuan. 7pm, Nov 9-11. Peking University Concert Hall, Peking University, Haidian District. 6275-2279, 6275-9637. 北大百年讲堂，北京大学内
Exhibition
Master works
Special show of master artists Qi Baishi and Lin Fengmian present different scenes of Chinese painting. Qi's creations cover a wide range including landscape, figure painting, animal, insect, flowers and plants. His works, finished with simple brush strokes, transmit joyous and humorous content. Lin Fengmian is an advocate of blended technique of Chinese and Western painting. Studying in Europe in his early years, his ink painting technique is far from traditional and bears modern expressionist form. The lively brush lines and composition present vitality and musical rhythm. Geometric graphs are organically composed to form dynamic harmony. 20 yuan. 9am-5pm, until Nov 8. National Art Museum of China, 1 Wusi Dajie, Dongcheng District. 6401-7076. 中国美术馆, 东城区五四大街1号
Rich color
Collection by Yu Feian (1887-1959) displays traditional fine brushwork paintings preserved in the museum. Featuring flower-and-bird paintings, Yu explored dual-lined technique and elaborate execution of color in his works. He drew nourishment from folk art and the works of ancient painters, laying stress on the coordination of style and tone with rich and contrasting colors. 9am-5pm. Museum of Beijing Fine Art Academy, 1 Liulitun Beili, Chaoyang District. 6502-5171. 北京画院美术馆, 朝阳区六里屯北里1号
Restrained feeling
The works of Lin Tianlu are fulfilled with pure grey colors, restraining the expression of feelings and returning to the material features of objects. Rationality illuminates a crystal scene, while little specks that radiate fluorescent light out of the dark grey pigment appear to resemble marble. Solemn characteristics and the original state of the subject matter are veiled. Free. 10am-6pm, until Nov 3. Beijing Art Season, 4 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. 6431-1900. 北京季节画廊, 朝阳区酒仙桥路4号
Abstract nerve
Bai Ming's abstract paintings express the mystery, change and beauty of such images as rock, mountain and rivers. White, grey and enigmatical black become the main melody. 60 works are divided into two experimental spaces. The former is natural abstract, the latter is cultural abstract. Free. 11am-18:30pm, until Nov 4. Fun Art Space, 2 Jiuxianqiao Lu, Chaoyang District. 8459-9257.方音画廊, 朝阳区酒仙桥路2号
Sign language
Liu Xin's recent works include easel works, photographs and installations. Employing signs, arrows and symbols as the painting language, Liu reconstructs them to express his understanding of social and human issues. Free, 11am-6pm, until Nov 5. Currents Art & Music, Huantie Art Zone, 9 Dongbajianfang, Chaoyang District. 5205-3805. 环铁艺术区, 朝阳区东八间房9号院内
1985 is alive
The opening exhibition of the Ullens Center features the `85 New Trend. The three exhibition blocks show 137 works by 30 artists. The year of 1985 witnessed the blossom of contemporary art in China. Artists of that period have made innovations in theme, form and technique. Free. 10am-5pm, Nov 5-Feb 17. Ullens Center, 5 Wanhong Lu, Chaoyang District. 6438-6675 ext 220. 尤伦斯当代艺术中心, 朝阳区万红路5号
Multi play
The joint show, Imagery Play, features the works of 14 artists from China, Korea, Japan and Europe, including paintings, prints, videos and installations.
Thomas Bayrle's graphics and prints played a pivotal role in German pop art, Michael Craig-Martin shows stylized drawings and computer-generated images, and Tadanori Yokoo, an important forerunner for young Japanese artists of today displays his multifaceted works which encompass design, illustration, prints, and other media. Free. 10am-5pm, until Nov 10. PKM Gallery Beijing, C46 Art Zone, Caochangdi, Chaoyang District. 8457-8231. 朴敬美画廊北京空间, 朝阳区草场地艺术Ｃ区46号
Beauty remains
Xu Hualing's oil painting show, Remain Beautiful, presents her innovative approaches on silk. Her fantasies of childhood and unconstrained imagination form the theme of the creation with light brushstrokes and subdued colors. Free. 10:30am-6pm, until Nov 10. F2, 319 Caochangdi, Chaoyang District. 6432-8831. F2画廊,朝阳区草场地319号
Inner satisfaction
Empty Memory and Dream, by artists Chen Xianhui, Xie Zhengli and Li Yingying, expresses their mood and emotion. Solitude atmosphere and sentimental intoxication provides the creators with spiritual satisfaction. Free. 10am-5pm, until Nov 10. 9 Art Space, 62 Guanyintang Art Avenue, Wangsiying, Chaoyang District. 6736-7781.北京9艺术空间, 朝阳区王四营乡观音堂文化大道62号
Joint show
Two exhibitions: South Korean artist Park Seo-Bo's oil paintings and Xiao Yu's installations, composed on-the-spot. Park is known in Korea for his extremely simple style. Xiao focuses on global issues with material objects. Free. 10am-6pm, until Nov 11. Arario Beijing, Jiuchang Art Complex, Beihuqu Lu, Anwai Beiyuan, Chaoyang District. 5202-3800. 阿拉里奥北京艺术空间, 朝阳区安外北苑北湖渠酒厂艺术园
(China Daily 10/31/2007 page12)
