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June 15, 2025

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June: Asia’s Month of Music, Culture, and Global Celebrations

June is almost gone, and with it comes a spectacular lineup of live music events across Asia. As the year’s midpoint, this month pulses with energy—festivals, concerts, and cultural celebrations all converge to create an unforgettable season for music lovers. While Europe revels in the height of summer, Asia is alive with its own vibrant festivities. June is also Environment…

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China Post Releases Chinese Zodiac Stamps

The Year of the Snake marks another annual event for China Post. Since 1980, it has issued Chinese Zodiac-themed stamps and has become works of art in their own right. The stamp for the Year of the Snake was recently released in Beijing. This year’s snake stamps ingeniously combine the reptile’s image with symbols of good fortune. PAN HU Designer,…

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FX’s Samurai Series ‘Shogun’ Wins 18 Emmys

The accolades for “Shogun” reflect not only the growing diversity in American entertainment, but also the legacy of Japan’s “jidaigeki” samurai films, which have influenced directors worldwide. “Shogun” recently racked…

Shogun wins 18 Emmys
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Review: Classic Chinese Opera Gets New Look

Before you think of this as a dull old show on a stage, get a new perspective! Classic Chinese opera is developing current trends in the best interest of today’s…

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Gulangyu Music Festival Opens 5th Edition

On the evening of July 13, the Fifth Gulangyu Music Festival was opened in Gulangyu, Xiamen. The event featured music performances at Gangzaihou Beach, Gulangyu Music Hall, Gulangyu Organ Arts…

Gulangyu Music Festival 2024 Music Press Asia
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The Perfection of Joy in Beethoven’s Ninth

Beethoven is a name we all know well today. As a composer in the late 18th century, Beethoven was already making headlines. And one of his profound creative work was…

Beethoven Documentary ARTE TV. Music Press Asia
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A Night Steeped in Malaysia Heritage

A rediscovery of the home country After a decade away, returning to Malaysia felt like a warm embrace. The familiar sights, sounds, and aromas sparked a surge of nostalgia, a potent reminder of the nation’s enduring charm. With this sense of homecoming, I found myself…

Silat performance at Malaysia Tourism Art Culture Media Appreciation. Music Press Asia