Core Viewpoint - The sixth Hangzhou Modern Music Festival, hosted by Zhejiang Conservatory of Music, showcases a diverse range of contemporary music and art, featuring artists from 15 countries and regions over six days, highlighting its significance as an international platform for modern music [1][2]. Group 1: Festival Overview - The festival includes 9 special concerts, 1 modern dance performance, 1 international chamber opera composition competition final concert, 4 composer lectures, and 1 chamber opera forum [1]. - It is likened to China's own Darmstadt Music Festival, reflecting its growing reputation and influence in the modern music scene [1]. Group 2: Artistic Highlights - Over 200 artists will perform 53 modern music works, including 9 world premieres, 1 Asian premiere, and 21 Chinese premieres, with a notable performance of "11,000 Strings" by Austrian composer Georg Friedrich Haas [2]. - The festival aims to present contemporary art's forefront explorations while incorporating elements of Chinese culture, such as ethnic melodies and themes from ancient literature [2]. Group 3: Competition and Educational Initiatives - The "Art Creation Award" international chamber opera composition competition features 19 entries from five countries, with three works advancing to the finals [3]. - The festival promotes a platform for teaching and performance, involving students and faculty from various departments in collaborative performances [3]. Group 4: Accessibility - All events, including lectures and concerts, are free to the public, except for the closing concert, which requires reservation through the Zhejiang Conservatory's app [3].

Core Points - The sixth Hangzhou Modern Music Festival opened on October 25, attracting artists from 15 countries and regions, featuring 9 concerts, 1 modern dance performance, and various lectures and forums [1][2] - The festival has evolved into an important platform for modern art in China, often referred to as "the Trans-Tang Stuttgart" by media and music enthusiasts [1] - The festival emphasizes the avant-garde and exploratory nature of modern music while showcasing works that reflect Chinese cultural heritage [2] Event Details - Over 200 artists, including renowned ensembles from both domestic and international backgrounds, will perform 53 modern music pieces, with 9 world premieres, 1 Asian premiere, and 21 Chinese premieres [2] - Notable performances include works inspired by traditional Chinese culture, such as "Far Mountains," "Grassland Elegy," and "The Sound of the Guqin" [2] - The festival is organized by Zhejiang Conservatory of Music and will run until October 30 [3]

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