Playing loud 'n' proud
2011-04-14 07:59:19
Some of Beijing's best-loved indie bands are making noise overseas.
Brushing up on ancient tradition
2011-04-13 07:56:07
While a Daiyuexuan studio writing brush may cost only 5 yuan, it undergoes more than 100 steps before it reaches the store's shelves.
Sound preparations for trip down memory lane
2011-04-13 07:55:13
The China Arts and Entertainment Group first suggested that Rock Records hold its concert at the Beijing Workers Stadium, but its ambitious boss Johnny Duann chose the Bird's Nest instead.
Drumming up interest
2011-04-13 07:55:13
The First International Bronze Drum Festival, in Donglan, highlighted the cultural importance of the instrument to the Zhuang and Yao ethnic groups.
Mother of all shows
2011-04-13 07:55:13
After their sold-out celebration gigs in Taipei, Taiwan-based Rock Records is coming to Beijing with an even bigger feast, and fans can hardly wait.
Chinese shadow play
2011-04-12 15:42:35
Shadow play, a traditional Chinese folk art with a history of more than 2,000 years, has embarked on a revival path after a period of marked decline.
Ode to a writer
2011-04-12 08:01:59
Former Labor Exchange Band frontman and folk musician Lin Shengxiang highlights the works of Taiwan author Zhong Lihe on his upcoming mainland tour.
Jinsha find proves ancient sun worship
2011-04-12 08:01:59
Sharp-eyed visitors to Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province, may have noticed a circular golden emblem.
Tea culture brews up lovely surprise
2011-04-12 08:01:59
Even before I came to China, I was excited to come to a country that also had a rich and long-established tea culture.
Steelyard craftsman in central China
2011-04-11 15:46:12
Steelyard has gradually disappeared from people's daily life as platform balance and electronic balance become popular nowadays.
Traditional wedding with style of Han and Tang dynasties held
2011-04-11 15:01:57
The bride and groom are seen at a traditional Chinese wedding in Luoyang, central China's Henan Province, April 8, 2011.
Liang home 'never under threat'
2011-04-11 08:03:25
Authorities in Xicheng district have dismissed media reports claiming they planned to demolish a former home of Liang Qichao, a popular historical figure.
