CSUN China Institute and CSSA 2024 Chinese New Year Banquet
Opening Introduction, • Hosted by Mr. Geoffrey Starks and Ms. Chen Feng
Performance; • Kids’ traditional Chinese culture performance
Leader Address • Provost Meera Komarraju, CSUN
Performance
• 24 styles of Tai Ji.
• Performed by Master Guan and his students
Leaders address
• Education Consul (TBD), Consulate-General of China in LA
• Dean Jeffrey Reeder, College of Humanities, CSUN
Performance
• When Guzheng meet Piano
• Performed by Ms. Yuting Luo and Mrs. Katerina Pamferova
China Institute Report and Faculty Presentation
• Drs. Wei Cao, Junliang Huan, Meiqin Wang & Jun Zhan, CSUN
Riddle & Raffle
• hosted by Dr. Yue Zhang and Dr. Meiqin Wang
Performance
• Why Are the Flowers So Red
• Performed by Ms. Feng’s Dance Troupe
Leader Address
• Mr. Wen Shao, Associate Chair, Chinese American Foundation
Performance
• Violin performed by Mr. Aaron Liu
Awards
• China Institute Outstanding Contribution Awards
• Dr. Weimin Sun, Professor, Philosophy, CSUN
Secret Performance
• Performed by Mr. Andrew Andrini
Riddle & Raffle and Dinner & Social Activities
Background music & show
Information about Performance:
Kids’ traditional Chinese culture performance
表演者们Performers：社区孩子们 community kids
在中国传统文化中, 诗词与服饰占据着举足轻重的地位。它们不仅是文化传承的重要载体， 也是中华民族精神风貌的生动体现。诗词的意韵与服饰的色彩, 在中国传统文化的长河中交相辉映, 共同织就了一幅丰富多彩的文化画卷。请欣赏由社区孩子们带来的中国传统文化展示节目，孩子们将身着不同朝代的服装, 朗诵他们所代表朝代的经典诗歌, 引导我们理解和感知中国各时期的文化之美。
In Chinese traditional culture, poetry and clothing occupy an extremely important position.
They are not only vital carriers of cultural heritage but also vivid representations of the national spirit of the Chinese people. The charm of poetry and the colors of clothing complement each other in the long river of Chinese traditional culture, together weaving a rich and colorful cultural tapestry. Let’s enjoy the traditional Chinese culture show performed by community kids. Our lovely kids will wear different styles of clothing in each of China’s major dynasties and recite a famous classic poem in that specific dynasty, to help us appreciate the elegance and wisdom of traditional Chinese culture.
24式太极拳
24 styles of Tai Ji
表演者Performer：关景舜师傅领导的慈济社区课程学生
Tzi Chi community class students led by Master Guan
关景舜（shun) 师傅已经练习中国功夫超过35 年。在疫情流行之前，他在Northridge 的慈济教授太极拳已经有数年之久。他已经教当前的班级超过一年。班级成员包括社区成员和Northridge 慈济办公室的慈济会员。太极拳是一种包括自卫和疗愈系统的武术体系。这两者以一种不可分割的方式交织在一起。关师傅遵循传统方式传授太极内功原理，保护这门艺术在传承中的完整性。
Master Guan Jing Shun has been practicing Chinese GongFu for over 35 years. Before the pandemic, he taught Tai Ji at Tzu Chi in Northridge for several years. He has resumed teaching the current class for over a year. The class members include community members and Tzu Chi members in the Northridge office. Tai Ji is a martial art system that encompasses both self-defense and a healing system. The two are intertwined in an
inseparable way. Master Guan follows the traditional way to impart Tai Ji internal principles, preserving the art in transition and enabling students to cultivate for the present and beyond.
古筝钢琴合奏
When Guzheng meets Piano
表演者Performer：Yuting Luo, Katerina Panferova
《青花瓷》是中国台湾歌手周杰伦创作的一首歌曲。歌曲以青花瓷为主题，表达了对中古传传统文化的敬仰。让人感受到中国式的浪漫情怀。
“Blue and White Porcelain” is a song written by Taiwan singer Jay Chou. The theme of the song is blue and white porcelain, which expresses its admiration for the traditional culture of the Middle Ages. Let people feel the Chinese romantic feelings.
《See You Again》是由美国说唱歌手维兹·卡利法与美国男歌手查理·普斯合作演唱的一首歌曲。该曲作为电影《速度与激情7》的插曲, 是一首家喻户晓的美国流行
歌曲。这首歌的旋律也勾起了不少人对青春的怀念。
“See You Again” is a song recorded by American rapper Wiz Khalifa in collaboration with American singer Charlie Puth. The song was used as a soundtrack for the film Fast & Furious 7. The melody of this song also reminds many people of their nostalgia for youth.
成人舞蹈：花儿为什么这样红
Adult team of Ms. Feng’s Dance Troupe”Why Are the Flowers So Red”
表演者们Performers: 冯老师舞蹈团成人队
冯老师舞蹈团成人队将为大家呈献来自丝绸之路要塞帕米尔高原的维吾尔族舞蹈《花儿为什么这样红》。这支舞蹈融合了汉族、吐鲁番、印度、伊朗的舞蹈文化，展现了人们对爱情、友情和美好生活的向往，宛如高原冰山上绽放的鲜红花朵。冯老师舞蹈学校由中美获奖舞蹈教师冯辰创办，她还是南加州大学毕业的获奖电影导演和制片人。舞蹈团成员卧虎藏龙，包括科研人员、教授/老师、母亲和孩子等。她们欢迎大家一起共舞人生！
The adult team of Ms. Feng’s Dance Troupe will present the Uighur dance “Why Are the Flowers So Red,” originating from the Pamir Plateau, a fortress along the Silk Road. This dance seamlessly integrates elements from Han, Turpan, Indian, and Iranian dance cultures, portraying people’s aspirations for love, friendship, and a beautiful life, much like vibrant red flowers blooming on the icy mountains of the plateau.
Ms. Feng’s Dance School was founded by award-winning dance instructor Feng Chen, who is also a USC graduate and a prize-winning film director and producer. The dance troupe, reminiscent of “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon,” includes members from diverse backgrounds, such as researchers, professors, mothers, and children. They warmly welcome everyone to join in the dance of life together!
小提琴独奏
Waxman Carmen Fantasie
表演者Performer: Aaron Liu
《卡門幻想曲》是小提琴與管弦樂團的傑作。這首曲子是弗朗茲·瓦克斯曼 1946 年電影《幽默》的配樂的一部分，他因此獲得奧斯卡最佳原創配樂獎、最佳長片和喜
劇配樂獎提名。該音樂基於喬治·比才的歌劇《卡門》中的主題。
Carmen Fantasie is a virtuoso showpiece for violin and orchestra. The piece is part of Franz Waxman’s score to the 1946 movie Humoresque for which he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Music, Scoring of a Dramatic or Comedy Picture. The music is based on various themes from Georges Bizet’s opera Carmen.
神秘表演
Secret performance
表演者Performer: Andrew Andrini
有一位秘密绅士已经表演了40 多年，是世界著名的好莱坞xxx 城堡的活跃成员。他在中国和其他亚洲国家生活和表演了15 年，并在欧洲和亚洲的电视和游轮上进
行过多次演出。
A secret gentleman has performed for over 40 years and is an active member in the world famous xxx Castle in Hollywood. He has lived and performed in China and other Asia countries for 15 years, has done numerous shows in both television and cruise ships in both Europe and Asia.
