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To celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, the Music and Love China Chapter and our local volunteer team hosted a heartwarming charity concert at WanDa Plaza. Young artists captivated the audience with a vibrant showcase of traditional and modern talents, including singing, dance, guzheng, pipa, and dynamic martial arts. A uniquely touching moment of the program was the special screening of performance videos sent by our U.S. youth musicians. As melodies crossed oceans and time zones, children on both sides of the globe connected through a shared passion for music and community service. This celebration truly exemplified the spirit of the Mid-Autumn Festival—unity, family, and global connection—highlighting Music and Love’s mission to bridge communities worldwide through the universal language of music. (Reported by Allie Rui)
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To celebrate the 14th International Day of Charity, student participants from the Music and Love China Chapter gathered for a memorable cultural and community event filled with artistic performances and hands-on heritage learning. The celebration commenced with joyful singing, dancing, and musical presentations by the children, showcasing their vibrant talents and passion for the arts. Following the performances, the young participants were honored to learn under the guidance of Master Jing Ran, an esteemed inheritor of Cloisonné (Jingtailan), a UNESCO-recognized Intangible Cultural Heritage. Master Jing Ran introduced the children to the thousand-year history and intricate artistry of Cloisonné, giving them a rare hands-on opportunity to practice the traditional techniques of wire-pinching (qiasi) and enamel-filling (dianlan). This event highlighted not only the power of youth engagement in philanthropy through music and art, but also underscored the enduring spirit of cross-cultural exchange and international collaboration between the United States and China, as Music and Love Inc. continues to foster global connection, compassion, and cultural understanding among the next generation. (Reported by Allie Rui)
This morning, Music and Love China Chapter organized a meaningful event to celebrate China Charity Day at WanDa Plaza, focusing on supporting children with Down syndrome. The celebration featured inspiring performances by talented children from the Duxing Aixing Volunteer Team and the Tangbao Running Towards the Sun Team, who showcased their enthusiasm and joy through music, dance, and arts. Following the performances, a dedicated martial arts instructor was invited to lead a public-welfare martial arts class, providing the children with an engaging opportunity to build strength, balance, and self-confidence. Through initiatives like this, Music and Love continues to demonstrate its unwavering commitment and compassionate focus on special needs children, continuously empowering them with warmth, care, and opportunity to shine. (Reported by Allie Rui)
This afternoon, our Music and Love China chapter continued our mission of service by hosting a uplifting charity showcase at Huayao Martial Arts School! Principal Chen has generously taken in numerous parentless youths, offering them a safe haven to live, study, and master martial arts. To lift their spirits and brighten their day, our team of youth helpers gathered alongside these resilient youngsters to share an unforgettable afternoon of creative expression and brotherhood. The atmosphere was electric as the students and host children took the stage together, sharing the floor for energetic dance routines, heartfelt vocal numbers, and lively performances. Beyond the artistic collaboration, our team presented the residents with tailored donations of educational supplies, playthings, and reading materials to enrich their daily routines. Every gesture was rooted in a desire to provide emotional comfort, practical backing, and steady encouragement to these deserving kids. By standing alongside local guardians like Principal Chen, Music and Love reinforces its devotion to lifting up disadvantaged youth, ensuring they feel thoroughly championed, equipped, and surrounded by a caring global family. (Reported by Allie Rui)
Music and Love China Chapter: Bringing Warmth and Joy to 18 Orphaned Children at Xinle Site Museum8/12/2026 This morning was filled with deep warmth, gentle care, and meaningful connection as our Music and Love China chapter organized a compassionate community outing to the Shenyang Xinle Site Museum! Dedicated volunteer teachers, along with student volunteers from Shenyang No. 95 Middle School, came together with a unified purpose: to provide loving companionship, personalized care, and undivided attention to 18 orphaned children during an unforgettable cultural journey. From the moment the children arrived, our volunteers ensured that every child felt safe, cherished, and supported. Walking hand-in-hand through the museum, the volunteers carefully guided the kids as they discovered ancient tools, pottery, and rich historic relics, taking the time to explain fascinating details and answer every curious question with patience and encouraging smiles. Throughout the entire morning, our primary focus was on creating a comforting environment where these children—who often lack family support—could feel truly seen, valued, and embraced. Watching their faces light up with joy and seeing them comfortably hold hands with our student volunteers was a tender reminder of what Music and Love stands for. Through thoughtful companionship and unconditional affection, we remain deeply committed to wrapping our arms around vulnerable children, nurturing their happiness, and letting them know that they are never alone. (Reported by Allie Rui)
Today was an extraordinarily heartwarming day for our Music and Love China chapter as we organized a special silkworm culture trip at Shengjing Longcheng, dedicated entirely to bringing companionship, warmth, and joy to a hearing-impaired child and five orphan children. Accompanied by four thoughtful student volunteers from Liaoning Province Experimental High School, the kids spent a wonderful afternoon exploring exhibits and listening to guest presenter Mr. Zhang share the fascinating 8,000-year history of Chinese sericulture—a traditional heritage he is working to submit for UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage recognition. Seeing the children’s faces light up as they learned and discovered together reminded us of the true heart of our mission: that through gentle presence, shared knowledge, and unconditional affection, we can make every vulnerable child feel cherished, included, and deeply loved. (Reported by Allie Rui)
Today was an unforgettable milestone for all of us as the Music and Love China chapter partnered with the Star Start Language Arts School to present a dazzling speech and performance showcase! Taking place on a grand stage at Wanda Plaza, our young performers lit up the venue with captivating public speaking, expressive recitations, and inspiring stage showcases. Seeing all the talented children gather together with bright smiles and immense passion truly reflected the heart of our mission. This wonderful event stands as a shining example of Sino-U.S. collaboration—proving that when youth from both nations join hands through the shared languages of art, speech, and love, we can build stronger cultural bridges, inspire confidence in the next generation, and create a far brighter, more inclusive world together. (Reported by Allie Rui)
Today was an extraordinarily special day for all of us at Music and Love as our China chapter hosted one of my absolute favorite events of the summer: "My Favorite City"—a vibrant Chinese Cultural & Tourism Charity Showcase! Our talented youth volunteers took the audience on a colorful tour across China by sharing the rich history of Nanjing, the grand heritage of Shenyang, and the vibrant panda-filled culture of Chengdu in both English and Chinese, followed by heartfelt musical performances that filled the room with joy. To top off this incredible afternoon, our instructors led a hands-on leathercraft workshop where our volunteers paired up with children with special needs, helping them stitch and craft their own custom keepsakes to take home; seeing the kids' proud, beaming smiles as they created art together reminded me once again that whether through music, culture, or hands-on crafting, our mission is all about building a world where every single child feels seen, celebrated, and loved. (Reported by Allie Rui)
Taking the stage once again this afternoon, I felt immense pride in organizing, hosting, and performing a violin solo for Music and Love’s afternoon Sino-U.S. Youth Summer Charity Concert at Wanda Plaza! This session highlighted our charity's growing international footprint and dedication to building cultural bridges among youth worldwide. The spotlight shone on the talented speakers from the Yuyun Youth Group, who captivated the crowd with vivid presentations detailing the heritage of the Shenyang Imperial Palace, followed by lively vocal and dance numbers. Adding a dynamic global dimension, we streamed exclusive musical recordings and warm wishes from our American volunteers on the main display, uniting audiences across two continents in real-time celebration. Bringing young minds together to celebrate history, art, and leadership reinforces our core belief: Music and Love is successfully weaving a global network of compassion, cultural exchange, and youth empowerment! (Reported by Allie Rui)
This morning, I had the incredible honor of serving as an organizer, host, and violin soloist for Music and Love’s Sino-U.S. Youth Summer Charity Concert at Wanda Plaza, an event that truly showcased our organization’s expanding global reach and commitment to international care! Representing our international team, I helped bring together young performers from across the globe to celebrate inclusion and community service. A breathtaking highlight of the day was a group dance by 13 courageous children with Down syndrome from the Honey Angel Art Troupe, whom Music and Love proudly supported with customized organizational apparel and special dining gift sets. Alongside inspiring live music and dance numbers from local youth, we projected performance videos and touching messages of encouragement from our U.S. members onto the plaza’s giant screen, effortlessly bridging the distance between the U.S. and China through the universal language of art. To deepen our impact beyond the stage, we also invited speech therapy specialist Teacher Zhang to conduct a dedicated language guidance session for the children after the show. Seeing kids of all abilities shine under one roof while uniting hearts across oceans makes me immensely proud, proving that Music and Love continues to serve as a powerful global bridge of empathy, cross-cultural connection, and youth leadership! (Reported by Allie Rui)
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