A mult-inational musical show 'Sea of Sound' on Friday was recorded in Sanya district of Hainan Province of China offering the audience a music feast transcending time and space as well as geographical boundaries.
International journalists from 25 countries also attended their third show titled 'Hear Every Voice' after visiting the CMG voice of the South China.
Having been successfully held for two seasons, the Sea of Sound concert is an innovative public diplomacy cultural product launched by the CRI Voice of the South China Sea.
Through various forms of musical performances such as chorus and ensemble by musicians from different countries, the concert showcases stories of cultural integration and mutual learning among different civilizations, interpreting the theme of letting different people hear each other.
The first two seasons of the Sea of Sound have been recommended by several Chinese embassies abroad and have received high praise from overseas guests such as ambassadors from Southeast Asian countries.
Various related topics have trended on Chinese social media, including discussions about Moroccan singer Dina and the creation process of the iconic Chinese theme song Journey to the West.
This year, the Sea of Sound · Voice of the South China Sea concert adopted an innovative design, with the performance set against the backdrop of the sea and grasslands. Musicians from China, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and other countries gathered by the seaside in Sanya to meet with friends on musical grounds, listen to each other, and present a performance that seamlessly blends nature, culture, and elements from multiple countries.
As before, the concert presents a simple yet international performance. Without extravagant stages, it solely relies on music as the bond, connecting music enthusiasts from around the world who may be strangers yet have harmonious cooperation. They play and sing together across distances, harmonizing to the same tune.
The concert highlights live broadcasting and interactivity, creating an atmosphere of music gatherings among musicians from different countries in the form of music salons. Interwoven with music stories and topics during the live broadcast, the interaction between musicians presents the theme of hearing each other.
Another highlight of the concert is the sense of presence. The outdoor circular seating arrangement of the stage, combined with live performances by the band, places the audience at the forefront of experiencing the music.
The ambiance resembling a small-scale salon, coupled with irregular seating arrangements, fully leverages the unique outdoor setting, creating an immersive experience where individuals are enveloped in the surroundings while enjoying the music.
After the recording, the concert will be broadcast on various media platforms, including CMG’s CCTV-4, CCTV News, China Arts, and Voice of the South China Sea.