Xia Guan Tickets

Welcome to the official page for Xia Guan, a pivotal figure in contemporary Chinese music. Born in 1957 in Kaifeng, Henan, China, Xia Guan studied at the China Central Conservatory of Music and graduated in 1985. As a former director and executive head of the China National Symphony Orchestra (CNOS), he is widely recognized for shaping modern Chinese orchestral sound. This page provides a concise biography, highlights from his discography, and information about his upcoming tour appearances. We’ve got you covered with reliable context and easy access to official channels.

Key works and milestones in Xia Guan’s career include Earth Requiem, a thoughtful tribute to the 2008 Sichuan earthquake, and Sorrowful Dawn, a sweeping Symphonic Ballade. His opera Mulan Psalm expands his expressive range, while Symphony No. 2 ‘Hope’ reflects a forward-looking voice in contemporary orchestral literature. Notable recordings include Earth Requiem (Erato, 2013) and Symphony No. 2 'Hope' (Naxos, 2016). The Beijing Modern Music Festival hosted a dedicated "Hope – Portrait Concert of Guan Xia" in 2016, underscoring his continued impact on the global stage. Follow official channels for the latest engagement details and tour dates.