Stacy Yang, Timothy Xu, Dr Clemens Trautmann, Adam Granite Picture: Chongren Wang, Courtesy of Deutsche Grammophon
Common Music Higher China is increasing into the burgeoning Chinese language basic and jazz music scene with Deutsche Grammophon China and Blue Word Data China. Every one of the globally revered manufacturers for classical and jazz music, respectively, each labels will deal with figuring out and supporting rising Chinese language musical expertise, utilizing their historical past of creative excellence to attach these new musicians with an ever-growing world viewers.
On the launch occasion on Could 15, the corporate introduced that pianists Lang Lang and Yuja Wang and Music Director of the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra Lengthy Yu will function artist advisors for DG China. “The Yellow Label has been my recording home for well over a decade, and I am delighted to see it engage with young artists in my home country,” Wang stated. “I am thrilled to support this initiative as Artistic Advisor and to help identify and grow future talent across the full spectrum of classical music.” The primary album launched by the classical imprint can be Bach: The Cello Suites, carried out by Jian Wang. He stated he was “truly grateful” for the assist.
In the meantime, Blue Word Data China’s first signed artist is INNOUT, a duo comprised of guitarist Xiao Jun and drummer An Yu. In response, the duo stated, “Blue Note represents the musical spirit we have always admired. Partnering with Blue Note Records China is a continuation of our dream and marks a brand-new beginning.”
“For decades, Deutsche Grammophon and Blue Note have held a special place in the hearts of Chinese classical and jazz musicians. These labels have deeply influenced the way local artists understand, study, and create within these genres,” says Timothy Xu, Chairman and CEO of Common Music Higher China in a press assertion. “Through these efforts, we hope to contribute to the growth and appreciation of classical and jazz music in China, and to help bring the richness of Chinese musical expression into deeper dialogue with the world.”
“At UMG, we are committed to supporting the development of diverse music cultures around the world,” provides Adam Granite, Government Vice President of Market Growth at Common Music Group. “The launch of Deutsche Grammophon China and Blue Note Records China reflects this vision in action and marks a meaningful step forward in the evolution of our multi-label operations in the market. By combining the global heritage and artistic leadership of these two iconic labels with the market knowledge and cultural insight of our local team, we are creating a stronger platform to connect Chinese talent with global opportunities.”
