Great Wall International Music Academy is excited to announce a partnership with National Public Radio's From the Top with host Christopher O'Riley. From the Top is a nationally syndicated weekly radio program featuring performances by the most promising young artists in classical music. Two shows will be taped at the Beijing Central Conservatory of Music in July. These concerts will be broadcast in the United States during the 2012 - 2013 season. We are very excited to bring the fabulously talented Great Wall Academy young artists to American audiences!

For more information, visit www.fromthetop.org or www.greatwallacademy.org.

Broadcast on over 200 stations nationwide to an audience of more than 700,000 listeners each week, From the Top is one of the most popular classical music programs on radio. Hosted by acclaimed pianist Christopher O'Riley, each one-hour broadcast presents five high-caliber performances along with interviews, sketches and games, revealing the heart and soul behind extraordinary young musicians. This will be the first time From the Top will broadcast from Asia.

Preparations are under way for another amazing summer in Beijing at the Great Wall International Music Academy! Located in a beautiful community just outside of downtown Beijing, 68 of the world's most talented young string players will gather to perform chamber music and solo recitals and study with an internationally renowned faculty. This marks the eighth consecutive season of the academy, making it the oldest international summer music academy in China. 

With a renowned faculty from the US, Europe and China, and a worldwide selection of talented young artists, the Great Wall International Music Academy inspires the highest level of teaching, coaching, and performance. The Great Wall Academy is an exciting annual meeting place for a small select group of enthusiastic musicians. For detailed information, schedules, and faculty biographies please visit:

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