Best Classical Introduction for Kids

Utter the phrase “contemporary classical music,” and the sound of chainsaws often comes to mind. New music has a fearsome reputation, something the Nashville contemporary group Intersection addresses in its popular family series. In February, Intersection presented a program called Dragon Harmony that focused on contemporary Chinese art music. Internationally renowned composers Chen Yi and Zhou Long joined Nashville guzheng virtuoso Wu Fei for a concert that explored the exotic sounds of traditional Chinese instruments. Music director Kelly Corcoran led the musicians in immensely approachable, whimsically colorful performances. JOHN PITCHER

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