Chinese Community Events in New Rochelle, NY

An incredible group of accomplished young Asian-American musicians playing in an ensemble of traditional Chinese instruments Flying Strings Youth Ensemble with Yang Jin (Pipa Virtuoso and Director) Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 7pm An incredible group of young, accomplished Asian American musicians lead by world-renowned Pipa player Yang Jin will perform in an evening of Eastern and Western music on traditional Asian instruments joined by special guest artists. This is a truly unique opportunity to hear traditional instruments played solo and as an orchestra in an intimate setting and to see the beautiful traditional dress of the performers who are visiting us for the day. Artists: Flying Strings Youth Ensemble Yang Jin, Pipa and leader Guest artists: TBA Flying Strings Youth Ensemble was established by their mentor, Yang Jin, a very well-known Pipa artist and music educator. They play diverse instruments, including Pipa, Guzheng, Erhu, Zhongruan, flute, violin, cello, and piano. Members range from age 8 to 18, coming from all over the United States, and share the same love for Chinese music and culture. They have performed at various events, such as Chinese New Year celebrations and jazz festivals, and often bring their music to senior living facilities, schools, museums and libraries. Their members have been recognized and awarded in numerous international competitions, including the “Dunhuang Cup”, “Great Composers Competition”, and “Golden Classical Music Awards”. Pipa performer Yang Jin is a leading Pipa soloist of her generation. She graduated from the world-renowned Central Conservatory of Music and won numerous awards in competitions. Jin has performed as a soloist with many well-known orchestras and Ensembles, including Yo-Yo Ma’s “Silk Road Ensemble.” She has performed at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, John F. Kennedy Center, Harris Theater, and many others. In recent years, she launched the “Yangjin and Friends” crossover series that inspires creativity and cross-border cooperation and has won widespread attention and praise. The album of new music recorded by her student and cello received a Grammy nomination. About Musica Reginae Productions: Founded in 2000, Musica Reginae Productions (MRP) brings innovative programming and world-renowned artists to concert spaces in Queens, the most ethnically diverse county in the world. MRP’s mission is to be “Your natural choice for fine music in Queens.” MRP produces affordable, informative, and family friendly concerts featuring music that draws its inspiration from the classical, chamber, opera, jazz and world music literature. Our concerts provide a venue for talented and exciting young and established artists and we have become increasingly devoted to presenting new music by emerging composers, particularly those who have an affiliation with NYC and with our home borough of Queens. MRP fulfills its educational outreach mission with its Community Concerts for Kids, a free interactive, educational series for children and families ages 4 and up, led by teaching artists Beata Moon and MRP Artistic Director Barbara Podgurski. In addition, our artists perform at several public events every year including the 9/11 ceremonies in lower Manhattan and have also performed for Pope Francis during his Papal Visit of 2015. MRP is able to present top-notch performances each season because of the support it receives from individual and corporate sponsors in addition to partial funding from the Department of Cultural Affairs, the New York State Council on the Arts and NYC & Co. For more information about our current season and to learn about all the concerts, educational childrens programming and the Musica Reginae Youth Chamber Ensemble (MRYCE) that are part of who we are and what we do in our Queens communities.

China Institute Centennial Celebration: Guzheng Tianxia Concert As part of the China Institute’s Centennial Celebration, join us for a special evening honoring the beauty, history, and global resonance of Chinese music through the artistry of the guzheng. This unique concert brings together two distinguished masters in a rare shared performance. Renowned Hong Kong artist Xu Lingzi presents innovative interpretations rooted in tradition. Master Gao Baijian from Guangdong, China, brings to life the expressive regional Chaozhou style of the Lingnan tradition. Yuan Sha is widely recognized as a representative figure of contemporary Chinese guzheng art and a cultural ambassador for Chinese traditional music. The program will be announced from the stage by US-based scholar and educator Mei Han, whose work bridges cultures and promotes cross-cultural exchange. Co-presented by the US-China Music Institute of Bard College and China Institute, this very special event will showcase the richness, history, and evolving voice of the guzheng, one of the most iconic instruments in the Chinese music tradition. This concert is presented as part of the US-China Music Institute’s annual conference on Chinese music in the West, Guzheng Tianxia 古筝天下, taking place at China Institute and at Bard College from April 30 to May 2, 2026.

Please note: this class will be taught in Chinese. An English version of this workshop will take place on Saturday, April 18. Meeting Location: Visitor & Administration Building Meeting Room Registration encouraged; walk-ins welcome upon availability. Not yet a Member? Membership gets you discounts on select programs, year-round FREE Garden admission, parking passes and discounts, reciprocal admissions benefits at over 300 gardens, and more. REFUND POLICY Tickets are non-refundable, except in the event of a cancellation by the organizer. CANCELLATIONS In the case that the event is cancelled, you will be notified via email and refunded. COMMUNICATIONS By purchasing tickets and attending QBG events, you hereby opt in to receiving communications from the Garden. You may receive updates about future QBG events and news through the addresses you provide. GARDEN ETIQUETTE QBG staff strives to provide a place of peace, beauty, and safety for the quiet enjoyment of our visitors. QBG is a living museum, a collection of gardens for the study, culture, exhibition, and display of plants. We encourage our visitors to explore, enjoy, and be respectful of our plant collections and to be considerate of fellow guests as well. PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEOGRAPHY Queens Botanical Garden (QBG) occasionally photographs or films visitors and activities on site to support our mission in promotional media and materials, including print, online, broadcast, and social media. By attending this event, you grant permission to QBG use your likeness in perpetuity, in all forms of print and digital media used to promote, publicize, or advertise the Garden, its activities, and programs. If you do not give QBG permission to take and use your image, you must notify an event organizer or staff when you arrive for this event. QBG is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. GETTING TO QBG By public transportation, take the number 7 subway line to Main Street, the Long Island Rail Road (Port Washington line) to Main Street/Flushing, or the Q44-SBS or Q20 bus. PARKING Parking is available year-round during Garden open hours at the Parking Garden, located at 42-80 Crommelin Street, Flushing, NY 11355. ABOUT QBG QBG is an urban oasis where people, plants and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens, innovative educational programs and real-world applications of environmental stewardship. QBG is located on property owned by the City of New York, and its operation is made possible in part by public funds provided through the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, Queens Borough President, the New York City Council, State elected officials, the New York State Department of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, along with corporate, foundation, and individual supporters.