The zhu and yu are two percussion instruments that were used in ancient court music in China. Both have a curious appearance.

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Here, live improv meets live painting, ancient musical instruments meet video art, and lasers transform sound into light. There's even a chance to rediscover the magic of overhead projectors!

"That's why I thought it's always very important to bring ancient instruments to life and play ancient music," said Tan, who once shared the stage with young Chinese suona player Liu Wenwen to ...