Revisiting classics

A musical inspired by ancient poetry will be staged at the ongoing Meet in Beijing Arts Festival, Chen Nan reports.

Composer Zou Hang creates music in various genres, ranging from classical to rock to traditional Chinese operas.

In 2008, he was one of the composers of the piano concerto, Starry Sky, which was performed by pianist Lang Lang at the opening of the Olympic Games in Beijing. In 2010 and 2011, Zou was the music director for crossover concerts by rock musician Cui Jian along with symphony orchestras.