Panda North America invites you to experience the rich cultural heritage of the People's Republic of China. We have been organizing cultural exchange programs between China and other countries since 1979, including sister-city affiliations, student exchanges, art and cultural festivals and custom performance programs.

Through more than 70 projects in the fields of education, cultural arts, religion, medicine and business, we have woven a common theme into the fabric of every exchange program: the building of bridges between people and cultures through lasting personal relationships.

The experiences of visiting and performing in historic and educationally rich Chinese sites have evoked enthusiastic appreciation from our many participants: 

Our contacts in China are extensive, including longstanding relationships with key political, cultural and industrial leaders throughout the nation. Our years of experience have led us to a deep understanding of China's political system, cultural environment and geography. We know how decisions are made and how priorities are set. Our ethical approach and commitment to forging mutual understanding has earned us a solid reputation with both China and our international clients.

We customize our services to meet our guests' goals and challenges — from establishing contacts with all levels of government in China to organizing cultural exchanges, trade shows and business seminars.

A China Performance Program is the trip of a lifetime —

a wonderful backdrop for participants to learn about the Chinese culture and music, while sharing their backgrounds and ideas with Chinese students of music. China Performance Program highlights can include:

• Joint International Performances
• Clinic Sessions with Chinese or American Instructors
• Chinese Ethnic Instrument Performances
• Perform on the Great Wall

Programs are designed to accommodate music directors with small student groups or whole ensembles: Bands (Symphonic, Jazz, Marching), Orchestras, Choral Groups and Chamber Ensembles.

Travel Is Easy and Safe:

Easy International Flights depart from major USA gateways to Beijing.
Program may include one or more of the following cities en route to Henan:

Beijing — The Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, Summer Palace, Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven;
Shanghai — Colonial Bund, arts, crafts, Nanjing Road;
Xi’an — The famed Qin Terra Cotta army of approximately 8,000 carved soldiers that guarded Emperor Qin Shi Huang’s tomb.

Safe travel by new express train service from Beijing to Zhengzhou , avoiding time consuming air travel in China.
Instruments and luggage travel by truck.

Excellent Accommodation and Cuisine:

Five-Star Hotels — Twin occupancy for students and adults, providing the best in health services.

Exquisite Cuisine — An American-style breakfast is served daily at the hotel. Lunch and dinner are provided at preselected restaurants and venues featuring high dishes prepared for western students and tastes.

Performances in conjunction with the Cultural Heritage Initiative:

• Sino-American Youth Band Exchange
• Shaolin Temple Student Exchange
• Henan Provincial Museum Cultural Exchange Program
• Tourism College
• Joint social and classroom opportunities with Chinese students
• Shaolin Temple and Kung Fu lesson

Come, see and share the cultural wonders of China!

Contact us for the Trip of a Lifetime!