1. AirplayUK Reel 4 Animation Music Video Screening The 4th edition of AirplayUK features another selection of the most creative and entertaining music videos produced in Britain over the past few months. These are for a combination of new artists, up-and-coming bands, and established acts that all have new material released in the UK recently. This edition also includes a director profile, in this case a music video director who has made a significant contribution to music video creativity in the UK over a considerable period. Rupert Jones has directed both acclaimed videos, and short films for more than a decade, and he tells us about his work. Please click here to read more.
2. Sound And The City – The Anthology Sound And The City was an innovative sound art project conceived by the British Council and realised across China between 2005-2006. The anthology was launched on 13 October 2007 at Timezone8 book store in Beijing. The book will be officially launched in London at the Royal Festival Hall on Monday 21 April. Please click here to read more.
3. BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra China Tour 2008 Formed in December 1935, the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra is recognised as one of the UK’s leading orchestras. The winner of several awards, including a Royal Philharmonic Society Award in 2001 (the only Scottish orchestra to do so) and two Gramophone Awards, its wide repertory and flexible approach to format means it can perform a complex contemporary piece as a specialist ensemble alongside a major symphonic work. The Orchestra will start their two-week tour of China on 27 May. Please click here to read more.
4. The King´s Singers Concert s Established in 1968 and originally affiliated with King's College, Cambridge, from whence comes their name, this sextet of Englishmen combines musical excellence with a diverse repertoire, ranging from folk songs to madrigals to contemporary pop hits. The group's universal popularity stems from its unique ability to communicate the sheer enjoyment of singing a vast and eclectic repertoire. In 2006, the King’s Singers brought their beautiful voices to Shanghai and Beijing. One and a half years later, they are back. Please click here to read more.
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