Video below was taken about a year ago, then 5-year old Tsung Tsung exhibiting what a piano prodigy he was. This is obviously raw talent and true passion. It would have been a shame for not Tsung Tsung's parents affording him the piano and the lessons. Tsung Tsung is another example of why I am bullish on China. The hundreds of millions of Chinese finally moving out of the … [Read more...] about Tsung Tsung is why I am bullish on China
On June 4th, Reactions to “What’s wrong with China?” and other bits
With June 4th right around the corner, the Western press will likely try to milk it, though each year with decreasing column space. In anticipation of that, we remind our readers the narrative perpetrated in the West is not the truth. 龙信明 draws from public materials and shows us what the real truth is, in English, "Let’s Talk About Tiananmen Square, 1989," and in Chinese, … [Read more...] about On June 4th, Reactions to “What’s wrong with China?” and other bits
Suzhou Pingtan (苏州评弹): 姑苏十二娘
A civilization of 1.3 billion and having a continuous history of thousands of years can only mean one thing: it's language and culture should have both amazing breath and depth. One of my hobbies is to rediscover this richness that's accorded me through my heritage. I want people around me to relish in what Chinese culture has to offer. Recently, I discovered Suzhou Pingtan … [Read more...] about Suzhou Pingtan (苏州评弹): 姑苏十二娘
“滴答” (Dida) – Song of Li Jiang Old Town
For those of us haven't had chance to visit Li Jiang (丽江) in Yunan (云南) Province, well, here is a nicely made tribute to it called "滴答" (Dida). … [Read more...] about “滴答” (Dida) – Song of Li Jiang Old Town
A Conversation with Boi Boi Huong on the Great Leap Forward
Recently I had a chance to speak with Boi Boi Huong (mp3, audio play link below). Her family emigrated to Holland from Vietnam when she was young. While in college, she took a stronger interest in China, and in fact completing her thesis on the Great Leap Forward. The timing of her work was interesting, because this had been just couple of years following 1989. Western … [Read more...] about A Conversation with Boi Boi Huong on the Great Leap Forward