This event is brought to you by Ascend corporate sponsor Kreischer Miller.

About BEETHOVEN IN BEIJING

How did classical music become a thriving art form in China?

After being targeted for elimination during the Cultural Revolution, an unlikely visit by the Philadelphia Orchestra in 1973 touched hearts and rekindled a love for the music despite years of silence.

History Making Productions brings you BEETHOVEN IN BEIJING.

Directed by Jennifer Lin and Sharon Mullally, the film explores the impact of the Philadelphia Orchestra’s historic tour on China both then and now. Renowned musicians, including Academy Award-winning composer Tan Dun, Philadelphia-trained famed classical pianist Lang Lang, Philadelphia Orchestra and Metropolitan Opera music director Yannick Nézet-Séguin and more, share their stories of how Beethoven’s music shaped their careers as China’s classical music scene boomed.

Featuring rare archival footage and first-person recollections, the documentary brings the 1973 visit to life alongside a behind-the-scenes look at present-day tours capturing the dynamism of China, from its new concert halls to its tens of thousands of young musicians.

About Ascend

Ascend is the largest, non-profit Pan-Asian organization for business professionals in North America. Established in 2005, Ascend has grown to serve professionals, students and corporations across various industries in over 65 professional and student chapters, reaching over 60,000 people.

Our vision is to enhance the presence and influence of current and future Pan-Asian business leaders and serve as a collective voice for Pan-Asian business communities.

About Ascend corporate sponsor Kreischer Miller

Kreischer Miller is a leading independent accounting, tax, and advisory firm serving the Greater Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas.

At Kreischer Miller, our mission is to serve our clients, our team members, and our community with passion, integrity, and dedication.