From October 21 to November 10, 2009, Carnegie Hall presents Ancient Paths,

From October 21 to November 10, 2009, Carnegie Hall presents Ancient Paths, Modern Voices: A Festival Celebrating Chinese Culture, paying tribute to China’s diverse and vibrant culture and its influence around the world with 21 days of events at Carnegie Hall and throughout the city at New York partner institutions

It features leading Chinese musicians, including artists and ensembles traveling outside of China for the first time, performing myriad genres of music. This festival also includes traditional marionette theater, dance, exhibitions, and much more—a true immersion into a world that mixes ancient and modern, familiar and new. www.carnegiehall.com/chinafestival

Above is Min Xiao-Fen, a Chinese pipa player and vocalist, known for her work in traditional Chinese music, contemporary classical music, and jazz.