Encyclopedia of India–China Cultural Contacts v2.c11.98

v2.c11.98

In May 2000 CE, Brova Barama, who was the most renowned violinist and composer in India, visited China to perform in Beijing, together with the Indian President. He was a violinist, proficient in Karnataka music style. His *Vedic Poetry Fantasia*, *Violin Duet - Travel*, *Global Symphony* and *Interstellar Symphony* were an interaction of Indian music, oriental music and western music, which was unique in the world music circle, and enjoyed great popularity. Together with Beijing Symphony Orchestra, he played his violin concerto *Love Peace* and selections of *Global Symphony*, and was welcomed among the Beijing audience. In October 2002, Leela Samson, an Indian famous Bharatnatyam dancer, led Spanda dance troupe to Beijing to attend the Festival of Asian Arts. They also performed in Hohhot, Baotou, Shanghai and Hangzhou etc.