On the evening of August 2nd, the opening concert of the August Chorus Festival, "Fusion on Vocals·Harmony in Music", resounded grandly at the Beijing Arts Centre Concert Hall. Three distinctive vocal ensembles took the stage in succession: the Chengdu WooZeal Chamber Singers, Home Free and Old Muddy Car. Using vocal as their vessel, the ensembles led the audience on a musical journey of cross-genre innovation and boundary-breaking fusion. This marked the official launch of the 23-day August Chorus Festival, which will feature 15 exhilarating concerts.
From the very first note, the concert ignited the hall with the timeless charm of pop classics, bridging generations through sound. Each song was a beloved hit, every lyric laced with memories. In the clear and delicate voices of the Chengdu WooZeal Chamber Singers, these familiar tunes were given new life.
The heartfelt
Love Across The Sea unfolded in rich vocal layers, amplifying a longing that transcends time and distance.
What Colour is the Dream of Summer shimmered with a light, playful melody, adding a poetic coolness to the height of summer. Meanwhile, popular TV and film themes like
Go to Windy Places and
The Name Engraved in My Heart were transformed through intricate harmonies into moving expressions of emotion—a perfect dialogue between modern choral art and pop culture.
From across the ocean, American a cappella group Home Free unveiled a breathtaking soundscape built entirely from the human voice. In
Sailing Medley, vocals mimicked crashing waves and blaring horns, instantly immersing the audience in a vast maritime world. Their
Immortal Medley was a true vocal marvel—a seamless blend of timeless hits, crafted with intricate, layered harmonies.
When they launched into the rock-driven
Ring of Fire, the powerful rhythm and vocal precision electrified the hall. Moments later, their warm, resonant rendition of
Take Me Home, Country Roads wrapped the audience in a comforting wave of nostalgia, transforming the concert hall into a sea of shared emotion.
With voices mellowed by time, Old Muddy Car brought a deep sense of cultural richness and national sentiment to the stage.
Candlelight's Mother was sung with deep affection, voicing the emotions of wanderers and bringing tears to many audience members' eyes.
Alamuhan, brimming with strong regional flavors, enchanted the crowd with its lively rhythm. And when they performed
Bella Ciao, the deeply emotional Italian folk melody instantly evoked the universal feelings of parting and farewell in the hearts of the audience.
For the encore, all three groups came together to perform
The Moon Represents My Heart. Artists from different countries joined voices in this beloved classic, their harmonies blending seamlessly to convey friendship and heartfelt connection—a romantic finale to this "Global Choral Tour".
The resounding success of the "Fusion on Vocals·Harmony in Music" choral concert marked a dazzling prelude to the NCPA August Chorus Festival 2025. This journey to the "Sea of Songs" has only just begun, with more captivating performances set to illuminate the stages of the NCPA and the Beijing Arts Centre in the days to come.
On August 3rd, fresh off delivering a "bit of a vocal shock" with their pure a cappella power, American vocal group Home Free will return to the stage of the Beijing Arts Centre Concert Hall for a themed concert titled "Eternal Friendship". This special performance will also feature surprise songs beloved by Chinese audiences a night well worth the anticipation!
From timeless classics to cross-genre collisions, from masterful showcases to youthful voices, the NCPA August Chorus Festival invites you on a 23-day journey to the "Sea of Songs". Let the human voice—the most healing background music—continue to resonate with countless hearts, collecting warm memories through time and weaving a choral symphony filled with emotion.
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