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Founded in 1071, the St. Florian Boys' Choir boasts an internationally acclaimed tradition. In the old days it was responsible for providing church music for the Convent of St. Florian in Austria and in next week's Beijing concert, the boys will warm up with Handel, Franck and Durufle before moving onto the classics, Rodgers' Edelweiss and Strauss' The Blue Danube.
More music from "the waltz king" will highlight the second part of the show, including arias from his opera Die Fledermaus, as well as pieces from Mozart's Die Zauberflote and folk songs.
Franz Farnberger steers the St. Florian Boys' Choir over musical waves, dropping anchor in the deep waters of the Austrian tradition.
7:30 pm, Sept 12, 13
Beijing Concert Hall, 1 Bei Xinhuajie, Xicheng District
5166-4511, 400-818-3333
The Peony Pavilion, the classic Kunqu Opera, is on stage at the Imperial Granary, a perfect venue. The Imperial Granary was rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) 600 years ago, exactly the time the Kunqu Opera was written.
In order to further emphasize the origins of the Granary and the opera, the entire show will take place without the benefit of electricity.
Open to individuals on Friday & Saturday; Group reservation available from Sunday to Thursday
6409-6477/6499
22 Dongsi Shitiao, Dongcheng District
380-1,980 yuan, including Royal Peking Roast Duck Buffet
The Chinese Acrobatics Group, established in 1950, has toured more than 80 countries, won numerous international awards and helped foster friendships between China and other nations. Its performance includes traditional acrobatics, a circus show, magic, old Beijing folk plays and more. The show blends music, dance, local opera and martial arts.
7:30 pm, daily
Tiandi Theater, Dongsi Shitiao, 100 m north of Poly Theater, Chaoyang District
6416-9893
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