Three Classical Music Recitals of Romanian and European Repertoire by the Ambassadors Musical Theatre of Bucharest in Beijing and Yangzhou
On the occasion of three significant historical and cultural events — Europe Day (May 9th), Romania’s Independence Day (May 10th), and the 70th anniversary of the passing of the composer George Enescu (May 4th, 1955) — the Romanian Cultural Institute in Beijing is organizing, between May 9–11, 2025, a series of three exceptional recitals of classical and interwar music, performed by the lyrical soloists of the Ambassadors Musical Theatre of Bucharest. The project is part of ICR’s broader strategy to strengthen Romanian cultural diplomacy in Asia and promote Romania’s musical heritage in a European and international context.
EVENT PROGRAM
May 9 –"Avenues of EU-China engagement: cultural dialogues" Anniversary of 50 years of EU -China bilateral relations, Europe Day, Dahua City Center For The Performing Arts, Beijing, 19:00
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the European Union and China, the EU Delegation in Beijing is organizing a specialEurope Day concert. Romanian artists, together with representatives from three other EU Member States, will perform works from George Enescu’s repertoire as well as other classical Romanian pieces, in a 90-minute musical segment dedicated to European cultural unity.
May 10 – Romania’s Independence Day, GUOCEInternational Convention And Exhibition Center, Beijing, 19:30
A full recital dedicated to Romania’s Independence Day, in the presence of H.E. Mr. Dan-Horia Maxim, Ambassador of Romania to the People’s Republic of China, who will open the concert with a speech on the significance of May 10 and George Enescu’s contribution to the universal music heritage.
May 11 – Special Recital in Yangzhou, Gao's Cultural and Sports Park Grand Courtyard, 19:30
Concert organized in collaboration with local authorities in Yangzhou.
CONCERT PROGRAM
“On Europe Day, Honoring George Enescu”
European Anthem
Two famous Chinese piano pieces (as a tribute to the hosts)
Romanian Music:
George Enescu – Bonjour
George Enescu – Languir me fais
George Enescu – Silence
George Enescu – Eu mă duc, codrul rămâne
Pascal Bentoiu – Veselie
Gherase Dendrino (duet from Let Me Sing) – Nu-i bai, Te iubesc
Tiberiu Brediceanu – Doina Stăncuței
Eugen Doga – Te știam numai din nume
Aurel Eliade – Revedere
G. Dendrino – Calypso
George Grigoriu – Muzica
European Music:
Gounod – Vals Julieta
Lehar – Giuditta
Puccini – Gianni Schicchi
Offenbach – Barcarolle
Mozart – La cidarem la mano
Delibes – Les filles de Cadix
Donizetti – Duet Don Pasquale–Malatesta
During the recital, pianist Andrei Racu will also perform three solo pieces by George Enescu and Paul Constantinescu.
Total concert duration: 1h 30min
The Ambassadors Musical Theatre is a public performance institution under the Ministry of Culture of Romania, with a clear mission to promote Romanian culture on international stages. The young lyrical soloists selected for this tour — all under the age of 30 — have already performed with great success in major European capitals such as Vienna, Paris, Brussels, and Bratislava, at prestigious diplomatic and cultural events.
Andreea Bucur, soprano, is a graduate of the National University of Music in Bucharest and the Vienna State Opera Academy. A frequent presence on Romanian and international opera stages, she has starred in roles such as Mimi (La Bohème), Saffi (The Gypsy Baron), and Silvia (The Csárdás Princess).
Mihaela Vîrban, soprano, is a laureate of numerous international competitions. Among her standout roles are Adina (L’elisir d’amore) and Zerlina (Don Giovanni).
Sergiu Neamțu, bass-baritone, trained in early music in Parma and made his stage debut at the age of 16. He performs roles from works by Pergolesi, Strauss, Porumbescu, and Puccini.
Silviu Mihăilă, baritone, is a graduate of the Royal Northern College of Music (UK), and winner of several major prizes, including the George Enescu Special Prize at the “Trophaeum Artis Cantorum” competition.
Andrei Racu, pianist, conductor, and composer, is professor and deputy director of the Dinu Lipatti National College of Music in Bucharest, with an extensive concert career across Romania’s most prestigious venues.
These recitals offer a vibrant and authentic representation of Romanian cultural values, paying tribute to a towering figure of Romanian music — George Enescu — and reaffirming Romania’s commitment to intercultural dialogue through musical art in the People’s Republic of China.
