Music will bridge cultures this July as the 2025 China-US Youth Choir Week kicks off in Fuzhou and Beijing, uniting nearly 1,000 young singers under the theme ‘Singing for Peace’.
From July 9 to 18, this cultural extravaganza will see 22 youth choirs from China and the United States come together to celebrate friendship, heritage, and harmony through the universal language of music.
The opening ceremony in Fuzhou on July 9 marks the beginning of a vibrant program that includes school visits, interactive cultural activities, and spontaneous flash mob performances in public spaces. Choirs will serenade audiences at major heritage sites, infusing historic landmarks with youthful voices.
A highlight of the week is the special joint concert at the Fujian Grand Theatre on the evening of July 11, where Chinese and American choirs will perform side by side, showcasing the power of artistic collaboration and youth-led dialogue.
This event is part of China’s initiative to invite 50,000 young Americans over five years, aiming to strengthen people-to-people ties and foster mutual understanding between the two nations.
Participants include members of the American “Friends of Kuliang,” representatives from the Sino-American Aviation Heritage Foundation, and delegates from sister-state and sister-city programs, all contributing to an atmosphere of camaraderie and shared purpose.
Co-hosted by the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries and the Fujian Provincial Government, the 2025 China-US Youth Choir Week aspires to inspire a new generation of cultural ambassadors and advocates for global peace.
By spotlighting youth engagement and cross-cultural dialogue, this event underscores the unifying power of music and the importance of building bridges between nations.
