Chongqing - On the evening of March 1st, the Yunhu Concert Hall at the Chongqing Guotai Art Center was filled with the enchanting sounds of piano music as young pianist Bai Xinyu delivered a captivating solo performance. The audience, deeply moved by the emotive and dynamic melodies, was transported into a world of musical brilliance.

Bai Xinyu, a graduate of the Sichuan Conservatory of Music and currently pursuing a master's degree in piano performance at the Tchaikovsky National Music Academy of Ukraine, showcased her exceptional talent through a repertoire that spanned classical masterpieces.

From Shostakovich's "Prelude and Fugue Op. 87 No. 7" to Bach's "Italian Concerto BWV 971," Tchaikovsky's "Dumka Op. 59," and Chopin's "Ballade No. 3, Op. 47," Bai's performance was a journey through the rich landscapes of classical music.

The concert began at 7:30 PM with Shostakovich's intricate "Prelude and Fugue," setting a profound tone for the evening. Bach's "Italian Concerto" and "Marcello Concerto BWV 974" followed, mesmerizing the audience with their timeless beauty. As Chopin's "Ballade No. 3" filled the hall, listeners were swept into a deep emotion and passion narrative, a testament to Bai's expressive playing.

The program also included Schumann's "Papillons Op. 2," which offered a philosophical depth, and Debussy's "L'Isle Joyeuse L. 109 (106)," which brimmed with joy and romance. Bai's interpretation of these pieces highlighted her technical prowess and emotional sensitivity.

The concert concluded with Zhang Zhao's "Hani Love Song," a piece inspired by the traditional music of the Hani and Yi ethnic groups from the Ailao Mountains. The unique tonalities of the piece evoked poetic imagery as if the audience was traversing mountain paths and singing atop high peaks.

Bai Xinyu, who has collaborated extensively with various musical ensembles and participated in numerous artistic events, continues to establish herself as a prominent figure in the classical music scene. Her performance in Chongqing was a display of her musical journey and also a celebration of classical music's enduring power to connect and inspire.