"Students voted Qiu Min Ji's visit as one of the most memorable days in our courses on World Music" -Prof. Vida Chenoweth, Wheaton College, IL

"The music from her Erhu, an ancient Chinese instrument is alluring as well as quite beautiful. Ms. Ji plays with great skill, confidence, and warm sensitivity. Ms. Ji is a true professional." -Mary Sue Glosser, Senior Lecturer, Chicago Art Institute

Concerts for Grades 4th - 12th & Adults

Celebrate and enjoy the music of China, Japan,  Korea, Russia, and hear familiar western hymns anew, played by Qiu Min Ji on the Erhu, a two-string Chinese violin. Her passion & oneness with her instrument bridges cultural differences. Programs run from 30 minutes to 2 hours.  Extra musicians available.

Workshops  

Workshops for teachers and music majors offer in-depth exploration about Asian music scales. Rhythms and melodies are introduced to gain knowledge that is usable in classroom instruction. Hands-on playing of instruments such as the Erhu, Gaohu, Liouqin Ran (Wanham), Sanxian (Shamisen), Bamboo Flute & Chinese Percussions, highlights their charms and challenges.

Qiu Min Ji is the Illinois Arts Council Ethnic Fellowship award winner in 1998, and the Illinois Arts Council apprenticeship award winner in 1997.

(Fee: $4,000.00 - $5,000.00. For more details please contact us)

Available audio cassettes  - $15.00 each. For price policy please contact us for details.

(Each tape is about 60 minutes in length)