Another concert for classical music fans is the program on May 14 brought by German Brass.

    “China has first-class pianists and string players, but is comparatively weak in the wind section,” said Xu Xia. “That’s why we choose this project.”

    German Brass has for years been synonymous with brass music at its highest level. A pioneer among the German brass ensembles, the group has co-initiated the brass movement from its beginnings in 1974 and has influenced it ever since.

    Aiming to create “diversity in unity,” the ensemble incorporates a rich repertoire that includes all styles of music from Scheidt to Shostakovich and from Dixieland to Bossa Nova. The program in Shenzhen will include pieces adapted from Beethoven, Mozart, Bach and Handel’s classical works as well as songs like “Tico-Tico No Fuba” by Brazilian composer Zequinha de Abreu.

    On May 29, jazz fans will be able to listen to Laura Fygi, who has been praised for her velvety voice. Born in 1955, Fygi was the first Dutch singer to push into the Billboard charts in Jazz music.

    Between 1987 and 1991, she was a member of one of the most popular Dutch girl-bands, Centerfold. They had hits in the Netherlands and all over Europe.

    But her biggest success came after Centerfold stopped performing and Fygi released her solo album. Produced by Ruud Jacobs, her first album also featured famous Belgian musician Jean “Toots” Thielemans. Since then, she has grown into a successful jazz singer.

    Aside from the commercial shows, Shenzhen Concert Hall continues its free Sunday concerts and lectures.