Text by Margaret Britton
Photos by Jim Dawson
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The chill in the air stilled not the hearts nor hands of guzheng in Knowing the Spring Courtyard. No, they were awakened as only a spring concert with an electrifying backdrop can do.
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On Saturday, June 14, master teacher Shirley Wang of
Seattle Guzheng Studio brought magic to the Garden for over 60 family members and guests who attended the recital. Students of all ages and skill levels showcased their talents.
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George Jiang painted Chinese calligraphy and Josie Zhou performed tai chi to the guzheng music, evoking sounds of cascading waterfalls, thunder, and the scenic countryside, just a glance away. Individual student performances and duets entranced the guests with traditional tunes of rivers, fishing boats, love, spring, and mountains.
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The backdrop of the Garden view through the gate could not have been more fitting. The plucking and strumming of the guzheng, a Chinese zither with 18 or more strings and movable bridges, brought magic to the Garden.
