International Chinese Vocal Competition Showcases Traditional Vocal Arts
NEW YORK—The finals of New Tang Dynasty (NTD) Television’s 8th International Chinese Vocal Competition were held on Oct. 2 at the Merkin Hall of the Kaufman Music Center in New York. Eleven contestants were awarded silver, bronze, and honorable mention awards. There was no gold award winner.
The International Chinese Vocal Competition promotes traditional bel canto vocal arts, through which to express pure authenticity, pure goodness, and pure beauty. The competition also aims to provide a global arena for all Chinese vocalists to showcase their talents. Contestants were required to sing two songs with at least one song in Chinese….