China Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra (Susan Elkin reviews)
China Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra Daye Lin (conductor), Jiaoneg Nie (cello), Tamsin Waley Cohen (Violin) Fairfield Halls, Croydon 22 March 2024 Tan Dun...
China Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra Daye Lin (conductor), Jiaoneg Nie (cello), Tamsin Waley Cohen (Violin) Fairfield Halls, Croydon 22 March 2024 Tan Dun...
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