Performed by the Beijing Red Poppy Ladies’ Percussion Ensemble

The Beijing Red Poppy Ladies' Percussion Ensemble in Concert

Presented by China’s Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the Oz-Sino Association and SingTao Daily, China’s very first all-female percussion group the Beijing Red Poppy Ladies’ Percussion Ensemble performed an exhilarating concert at the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall on February 15th, 2004.

This vivacious ensemble of more than forty Chinese and Western instruments was brought to the stage by a group of talented young percussionists who performed a spectacular showcase for their Australian audience. Their performance artfully wove traditional Chinese music with contemporary percussive elements, appealing to a modern audience while staying true to their cultural roots.

The ensemble created an exciting and enriching atmosphere through their unique use of background music and high-level technicality. The concert fully demonstrated their skillset as an internationally renowned percussion group and showcased the reputation they have earned for themselves through their elegant style of instrumental performance that is particularly well suited to the stage.

Since its initial establishment, the ensemble has travelled worldwide and performed in over 400 concerts throughout Canada, the USA, Britain, Singapore, South Africa and Hong Kong. It’s no wonder that the sound of applause follows them wherever they play. The ensemble’s Sydney debut also coincided with Sydney’s celebrations for the 2004 Chinese Spring Festival. What better way to welcome the lunar new year!