Published on Aug 18, 2026

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Genre: NCPA

Dates: Sunday, October 11, 2026

Times: 7:30pm

Venue: Multi-functional Theatre of NCPA

Prices: 160, 200, 240

Features: The Boundless Chamber Orchestra will be performing "The 24 Solar Terms Concert" at Multi-functional Theatre of NCPA on Sunday October 11st, 2026.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION

The 24 Solar Terms are the fruit of generations of agricultural practice by ancient Chinese farmers. They embody a worldview in which human activity is guided by the rhythms of nature and follows the laws of natural change—a reflection of the ancient people’s reverence for nature and their aspiration to live in harmony with it. Integral to traditional Chinese culture, they are rich in philosophical thought, moral wisdom, and aesthetic sensibility, a testament to the ingenuity and creativity of the Chinese people.

In this musical feast, the musicians will evoke, through their nimble notes, the vitality of “Spring rain awakens the earth while Pure Brightness and Grain Rain fill the days,” the fervor of “Summer begins, grain fills and ripens, as Slight Heat gives way to Great Heat,” the serene beauty of “Autumn arrives, heat subsides, and Cold Dew turns to Frost’s Descent,” and the purity of “Winter comes with chill, and Minor Cold snowballs to Major Cold,” —a poetic distillation of the 24 Solar Terms. Imbued with poetic charm, the solar terms cycle through the seasons, inviting the audience to set aside their cares, reconnect with themselves, and appreciate the beauty of life.

The Boundless Chamber Orchestra is committed to the pursuit of a perfect synthesis—where refined elegance meets popular taste—recasting Chinese traditional music into a more international musical language while remaining deeply rooted in its cultural heritage. Its members are faculty members specializing in Chinese traditional instrumental music at leading higher arts education institutions, as well as outstanding performers from national-level Chinese traditional orchestras.. Driven by a mission to preserve tradition while forging new paths, the Orchestra is dedicated to performing, recording, and promoting a repertoire that spans traditional folk, contemporary, and popular works.

Firmly grounded in Chinese culture and attuned to the broader currents of world music, it seeks to chart new territories of multicultural expression while staying true to its heritage. Since its inception, the Orchestra has participated in numerous musical exchanges at home and abroad, presenting a series of concerts and lectures on Chinese traditional instrumental music at prestigious venues including the NCPA, the Forbidden City Concert Hall, the National Library Concert Hall, and Peking University, as well as at various music festivals.

In this performance, solo, doet and ensemble on Chinese traditional instruments—including the Erhu, Bamboo Flute, Guzheng, and Ruan—come together in a rich interplay, revealing a kaleidoscope of elegance, vibrancy, and festivity of Chinese traditional music, thus offering audiences a vivid experience of China’s distinctive cultural heritage.

Tickets for Boundless Chamber Orchestra Concert are Available now!