As the Chinese mainland and the European Union celebrate 50 years of diplomatic ties, legendary conductor Zubin Mehta returns to the Chinese mainland, rekindling a lifelong passion for classical music and cultural exchange. In an engaging conversation with CGTN's Tian Wei, Mehta recalled his early days in Shanghai, where the rhythms of his childhood first introduced him to the magic of music.
At only 25, Mehta had already taken the helm of renowned orchestras in Vienna, Berlin, and Israel, and he later became the longest-serving music director of the New York Philharmonic. Reflecting on his illustrious career, Mehta noted, "In the end, the mastery of Mozart and Beethoven, that's really convinced people." His words remind us that the timeless art of classical music can build bridges between cultures, uniting East and West in a symphony of shared heritage and creative passion 🎶✨.
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Back in China with classical music, a lasting East-West bridge
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