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Updated: 2011-08-26 12:10
(China Daily European Weekly)
CULTURE \>\> IN EUROPE
Edinburgh International Festival, Scotland
The festival this year celebrates the vibrant and diverse cultures of Asia with the finest artists from China, India, Japan, Korea, Taiwan and Vietnam joining others from around the world to explore shared artistic passions, all against the backdrop of Scotland's stunning capital city.
Date: Till Sept 4
Venue: Edinburgh Festival Center and 10 other venues
Website: www.eif.co.uk
Sounds of Zhejiang Sweep through Europe
The Zhejiang Symphony Orchestra will tour a number of countries in Europe including Italy, Austria, the Czech Republic, Germany, Sweden and Belgium this season. On Sept 21, the orchestra will perform with pianist Martin Kas, under the baton of Tang Muhai. The program includes Dvorak's Symphony No.5.
Venue: Selected European cities
Date: Aug-Sept
Website: www.wupromotion.com
Collection of Chinese art, Norway
It is one of Europe's best collections of Chinese art including large marble Buddhist temple sculptures.
Date: Till Dec 31
Venue: Vestlandske Kunstmuseene
Website: www.kunstmuseene.no
Events can be sent to: events@mail.chinadailyuk.com
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