Fantastic France——Celebrating 60th Anniversary of China-France Diplomatic Relations by Shanghai Philharmonic 0rchestra

The Shanghai Philharmonic Orchestra will proudly present Fantastic France, meticulously curated by the orchestra’s artistic director, ZHANG Yi . The program features two French symphonic works, one for each half of the concert, both making their China premiere. The selected compositions by Poulenc, Jolivet, and Debussy not only showcase the elegance and grace of French culture but also complement the overall arrangement, highlighting each composer’s distinct musical style. The orchestra has invited renowned French trumpet player Alexandre Baty to perform rarely heard classic pieces, celebrating the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and France.