Accordion culture and art week coming to Shanghai in April
The 7th International Accordion Culture and Art Week is scheduled to take place in Shanghai from April 3 to 6, bringing a series of concerts and cultural activities to the city. The event promises a rich musical and cultural experience.
During the Qingming Festival holiday (April 4-6), themed tours will offer visitors the chance to explore the legacy of Hungarian architect Ladislav Hudec while enjoying the live music.
Main event schedule
| Event |
Date |
Venue |
Features |
| Terrace concert |
April 3, 6:30 pm |
Breezy Terrace, Livat Shanghai |
Performances of international accordion classics |
| Art lectures |
April 4, 3 pm |
Shanghai No 3 Girls' High School |
Lectures followed by multicultural music performances |
| Gala concert |
April 5, 7:15 pm |
Hongqiao Art Center |
Presentation of traditional classics and contemporary works |
| Themed dialogues (Open only to professionals) |
April 5, all day |
Columbia Circle |
Exploration of accordion artistic innovation and social practices |
| Public performances |
April 6, 3 pm |
Hongqiao Art Center |
Performances by children orchestras |
Theme tour routes
DAY 1, April 4
Check out the celebrity residences and trendy shops on Yuyuan Road while immersing yourself in Shanghai's century-old architectural heritage. Visitors will also have the opportunity to experience the enchanting sounds of the accordion at the Richardson Hall, designed by Ladislav Hudec.
DAY 2, April 5
Visit legendary works of architecture such as Wukang Building and Park Hotel by Laszlo Hudec and enjoy a sensory feast at Columbia Circle before watching an accordion performance at the Hongqiao Art Center, where classical and contemporary styles converge.
DAY 3, April 6
Climb the Twin Hills in the southern section of the Shanghai Expo Culture Park and enjoy panoramic views of the Huangpu Rive. Listen to accordion performances from across the country.
Scan the QR code to register (in Chinese):
Sources: WeChat account of Changning district administration of culture and tourism, WeChat account of Shanghai Alliance of Accordion, WeChat account of Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism, IC, VCG
