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Columbia Alumni New Year’s Concert 2026

January 30, 2026
6:30 AM - 9:00 AM
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Columbia Global Center Beijing

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Time: Friday, Jan 30, 2026, 7:30-10 p.m. (Beijing)

Location: Columbia Global Center Beijing, Unit CD1, Floor 5, Tower B, Gateway Plaza, No. 18 Xiaguangli, East Third Ring North Road, Chaoyang District

Columbia Global Center Beijing and the Columbia Alumni Association of Beijing invite you to a special evening transforming the Center into a "global living room of music."

Celebrating the spirit of the New Year, this concert bridges cultures and eras. The curated program features 15 performances by Columbia alumni and friends, highlighted by pianist Qi Xu (CC ’16). From the elegance of Bach to the meditative resonance of the Guqin, and from film scores to traditional Chinese folk melodies, join us for a night of connection, harmony, and shared stories.

Program Highlights
(Performers include Qi Xu, Bo Zhang,Zhaorong Chen, and more)

  • Classical Masterpieces:

Cello Suite No. 1 (Bach) | Clarinet Sonata No. 2 (Brahms) | Chaconne (Bach-Busoni)

  • Chinese Heritage:

Spring Breeze (Guqin) | Fishing Boats at Dusk (Flute/Traditional) | Hope (Hulusi)

  • Contemporary & Vocals:

City of Stars | You Are Beautiful | Choral Finale: The More I Love You

Reminders

  • This event does not accept walk-ins. Seating is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Please check in 50 minutes before the event starts, and we ask that you not arrive earlier as we are unable to assist with early admission.
  • The performance will last approximately 90 minutes, followed by a 60-minute session for mingling and networking.
  • Before the concert begins, please turn your cell phone or any other electronic device off, or put it on silent mode. Please refrain from talking or moving around during the performance.
  • Please refrain from bringing items that may produce noise into the venue.
  • When taking photographs or recording, please ensure your camera shutter sound is off and do not use a flash.
  • Please refrain from clapping between movements.