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2026
March
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Chinese Brush Painting (Huntly): Bamboo and Panda
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Join us for a relaxing and inspiring workshop exploring the timeless art of bamboo painting - a symbol of resilience, integrity, and noble character in Chinese culture.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop: Lotus
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Experience the beauty and discipline of Chinese brush painting in this engaging workshop focused on the lotus flower - a symbol of purity, perfection, and inner peace.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop: Birds
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Discover the beauty and symbolism of birds in traditional Chinese painting, where creatures like owls and cranes represent joy, peace, and longevity. This workshop focuses on capturing the lively spirit and elegant form of birds using expressive brush techniques.
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The Joy of Chinese Philosophy: Book Launch & Public Lecture
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Join us for a public lecture by Michael Beaney celebrating the publication of his new book, The Joy of Chinese Philosophy.
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The Joy of Chinese Philosophy: Book Launch & Public Lecture
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Join us for a public lecture by Michael Beaney celebrating the publication of his new book, The Joy of Chinese Philosophy.
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Brocade Craft Workshop Huntly
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Join us for a Brocade Craft Workshop, where you'll use traditional Chinese brocade fabrics to create your own accessories.
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Brocade Craft Workshop Aberdeen
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Join us for a Brocade Craft Workshop, where you'll use traditional Chinese brocade fabrics to create your own accessories.
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The Dragon in China: Myth, Power, and Identity
-Join us for this fascinating lecture about the iconic Chinese dragon.
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Stories from the East - Grampian Association of Storytellers (GAS)
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An evening of powerful Eastern tales of transformation and renewal - come to tell, listen, and be transported.
February
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Spring Festival Gala Show
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Celebrate the joy of the New Year at the Spring Festival Gala Show, a vibrant showcase of music, dance, and performance that brings together Chinese culture and our local community.
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Spring Family Festival
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Celebrate the Year of the Horse at our annual Spring Family Festival at the University of Aberdeen, Elphinstone Hall!
January
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Chinese Calligraphy Workshop
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Chinese calligraphy is the ancient art of Chinese writing. Classes in Chinese Calligraphy at the Confucius Institute are suitable for both the beginner and improver.
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Tai Chi Taster Session
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Join us for a free taster session in advance of a new 5-week course of tai chi starting 28th January.
2025
December
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Crafts & Culture: A Festive Fusion (Cowdray Hall)
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Celebrate the season with a creative blend of Chinese culture and Christmas cheer. Enjoy free, drop-in craft activities suitable for all ages, from festive lantern decorations to Christmas cards with a cultural twist.
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Crafts & Culture: A Festive Fusion (Linklater Rooms, Elphinstone Hall)
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Celebrate the season with a creative blend of Chinese culture and Christmas cheer. Enjoy free, drop-in craft activities suitable for all ages, from festive lantern decorations to Christmas cards with a cultural twist.
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Tai Chi Taster Session (free)
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Looking to beat the stresses of the season? Why not try tai chi? This low impact exercise is known to promote relaxation and mindfulness as well as improve balance and increase flexibility. It is suitable for many ages and fitness levels.
November
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Winter Card Crafts (Afternoon)
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Take a moment to unwind during this busy time of year and join us for a relaxed, creative workshop led by our Mandarin teacher Li Qing, where you'll design and make two handcrafted greeting cards inspired by the winter season.
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Winter Card Crafts (Morning)
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Take a moment to unwind during this busy time of year and join us for a relaxed, creative workshop led by our Mandarin teacher Li Qing, where you'll design and make two handcrafted greeting cards inspired by the winter season.
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Tai Chi Taster Session (Free)
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Looking to beat the stresses of the season? Why not try tai chi? This low impact exercise is known to promote relaxation and mindfulness as well as improve balance and increase flexibility. It is suitable for many ages and fitness levels.
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Brocade Craft Workshop Huntly (Afternoon)
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Join us for a two-hour Brocade Craft Workshop, where you'll use traditional Chinese fabrics to create your own accessories.
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Brocade Craft Workshop Huntly (Morning)
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Join us for a two-hour Brocade Craft Workshop, where you'll use traditional Chinese fabrics to create your own accessories.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop: Winter Landscapes
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Step into the serene world of Shan Shui - literally "mountain and water" - one of the most beloved themes in Chinese brush painting.
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Chinese Calligraphy Workshop
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Chinese calligraphy is the ancient art of Chinese writing.
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Brocade Craft Workshop Aberdeen (Afternoon)
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Join us for a two-hour Brocade Craft Workshop, where you'll use traditional Chinese fabrics to create your own accessories
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Brocade Craft Workshop Aberdeen (Morning)
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Join us for a two-hour Brocade Craft Workshop, where you'll use traditional Chinese fabrics to create your own accessories.
August
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Chinese Craft Workshop Huntly
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Enjoy a relaxed, free craft session with friendly Mandarin teachers, exploring both modern and traditional Chinese crafts.
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Chinese Craft Workshop Huntly
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Enjoy a relaxed, free craft session with friendly Mandarin teachers, exploring both modern and traditional Chinese crafts.
July
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Chinese Craft Workshop Huntly
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Enjoy a relaxed, free craft session with friendly Mandarin teachers, exploring both modern and traditional Chinese crafts.
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Chinese Craft Workshop Huntly
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Enjoy a relaxed, free craft session with friendly Mandarin teachers, exploring both modern and traditional Chinese crafts.
June
May
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Dragon Boat Festival Market
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Join us for a vibrant celebration of creativity, culture, and community at the Dragon Boat Festival Market, a special joint event hosted by Hello Art and the Confucius Institute.
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Chinese Craft Corner (May)
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Join us at Ferryhill Community Centre for Chinese Craft Corner, a fun, relaxed drop-in session open to all ages and abilities! *Please note change of date*
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Songjiang Textiles: Exhibition Launch
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Join us for a vibrant day of celebration as we launch our new exhibition, 'From Home Weaving to the World's Wardrobes: The Journey of Songjiang's Cotton Textiles'
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From Home Weaving to the World's Wardrobes: The Journey of Songjiang's Cotton Textiles
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Following its showing at the Great Tapestry of Scotland, this touring exhibition is coming to Huntly, Aberdeenshire, hosted by the Confucius Institute of the University of Aberdeen.
March
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Chinese Calligraphy Workshop
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Chinese calligraphy is the ancient art of Chinese writing.
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The Philosophy of Tianxia
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Join Professor Li Yong of Wuhan University's School of Philosophy for a public lecture exploring the debate between cosmopolitanism and nationalism in global justice.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Lotus
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Experience the harmony of mind and body through Chinese brush painting.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Bamboo
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Discover the art of Chinese brush painting by learning to depict bamboo, a timeless symbol of resilience and integrity in East Asian culture.
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Chinese Craft Corner (March)
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Join us at Ferryhill Community Centre for Chinese Craft Corner, a fun, relaxed drop-in session open to all ages and abilities!
February
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Rhythms of the Moon: A Lunar New Year Celebration
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Rhythms of the Moon: A Lunar New Year Celebration brings together acclaimed percussionist Lin Chen and guitarist Kristian Sievers, performing as Duo Pertar, for an evening of captivating music.
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Lunar Ceilidh: Celebrate the New Year
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Celebrate the arrival of the Lunar New Year at the Lunar Ceilidh, an exciting event that beautifully blends Scottish and Chinese cultures!
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Spring Family Festival: Celebrate the Lunar New Year
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Celebrate the Year of the Snake at our Lunar New Year Family Festival at the University of Aberdeen!
January
2024
December
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Craft Your Christmas: Wreaths and Cards (Afternoon)
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Christmas crafting workshop making wreaths and cards with a Chinese twist.
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Craft Your Christmas: Wreaths and Cards (Morning)
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Christmas crafting workshop making wreaths and cards with a Chinese twist.Â
November
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Chinese Musical Composition: Tradition as a Form of Creativity or Constraint
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Join us for a public lecture looking at cross-cultural musical expression through an exploration of Tan Dun’s Crouching Tiger Concerto, originally written for cello and orchestra as part of the film Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon, and later adapted for erhu (Chinese fiddle) and orchestra. Discover how the work’s two versions reflect the...
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Calligraphy Workshop
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Workshop in the ancient art of Chinese calligraphy.
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Chinese Dragon: A Celebration of Culture
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Join us for "Chinese Dragon: A Celebration of Culture," a vibrant showcase of Chinese heritage brought to life by a talented university performance group from China.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Fish
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Discover the fascinating art of Chinese brush painting and try your hand at this expressive art form with artist Chi Zhang. These workshops are suitable for beginners or people who have painting experience but have never tried Chinese brush painting techniques before. No prior knowledge is necessary, you should simply be keen to...
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Landscape
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Discover the fascinating art of Chinese brush painting and try your hand at this expressive art form with artist Chi Zhang. These workshops are suitable for beginners or people who have painting experience but have never tried Chinese brush painting techniques before. No prior knowledge is necessary, you should simply be keen to...
September
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May
April
March
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Mandarin Bookbug March
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Mandarin stories and songs for pre-schoolers
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Lotus
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Discover the fascinating art of Chinese brush painting and try your hand at this expressive medium with artist Chi Zhang. These workshops are suitable for beginners or people who have painting experience but have never tried Chinese brush painting techniques before. No prior knowledge is necessary, you should simply be keen to...
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Orchids
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Discover the fascinating art of Chinese brush painting and try your hand at this expressive medium with artist Chi Zhang. These workshops are suitable for beginners or people who have painting experience but have never tried Chinese brush painting techniques before. No prior knowledge is necessary, you should simply be keen to...
February
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Spring Gala Show: A New Year Celebration
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Experience the magic of the Spring Gala spectacle.
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Spring Festival Family Fun
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Our Spring Festival Family Fun Day promises something for everyone to enjoy as we usher in the Year of the Dragon.
January
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Mandarin Bookbug January
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Mandarin stories and songs for pre-schoolers
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New term of Mandarin classes

A new term of Mandarin classes will start at the Confucius Institute the week beginning 22nd January. Whether you're a complete beginner, want to brush up on previously learned skills or simply continue your ongoing language learning journey, join us for one of our 10-week courses. These are open to...
2023
December
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Mandarin Bookbug December
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Mandarin stories and songs for pre-school children.
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Spring Festival Community Choir
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Would you like to be part of our spectacular Spring Gala Show in February? Our Spring Festival Community Choir will start rehearsing this Friday in the Confucius Institute, 6.30pm-8.30pm. The choir will perform at our Gala Show on 24 and 25 February. Join us for fun, friendship, and the joy...
November
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Mandarin Bookbug November
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Mandarin stories and songs for pre-school children.
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Mandarin Conversation Corner Pizza Night
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Join us for a casual gathering where you can connect with our Mandarin teaching team. Enjoy some pizza, enhance your Mandarin skills through practice, and feel free to inquire about any language-related queries you may have. This is not just an opportunity to enjoy great food, it's a chance to share...
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The Great Aberdeen Talent Hunt: Spring Festival Edition
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Do you want to join the Confucius Institute to celebrate the Year of the Dragon at their Spring Festival Gala Show 2024? Sign up to get involved!
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Discover Mandarin Song: Free Singing Workshop
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Join us for an exciting and free Mandarin singing workshop, where you can immerse yourself in the joy of music and learn some singing techniques. Whether you're a complete beginner or a native speaker, all levels of Mandarin are welcome. Connect with like-minded individuals, make new friends, and share the...
October
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Mandarin Bookbug October
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Mandarin stories and songs for pre-school children.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop with Chi Zhang - Bamboo
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Discover the fascinating art of Chinese brush painting and try your hand at this expressive form with Edinburgh-based Chinese artist Chi Zhang. These workshops are suitable for beginners or people who have painting experience but have never tried Chinese brush painting techniques before. No prior knowledge is necessary, you should...
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop with Chi Zhang - Landscapes
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Discover the fascinating art of Chinese brush painting and try your hand at this expressive form with Edinburgh-based Chinese artist Chi Zhang. These workshops are suitable for beginners or people who have painting experience but have never tried Chinese brush painting techniques before. No prior knowledge is necessary, you should...
September
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Mandarin Bookbug September
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Mandarin stories and songs for little ones.
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Mid-Autumn Festival Concert
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Join us for a free concert of Chinese music to celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival.
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The Empress and Me
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Theatre play by Grist to the Mill and Red Dragonfly Productions, performed by Michelle Yim.
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Bronze Testimonies: Exploring Sacrifice and Culture at Sanxingdui Archaeological Site
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Archaeology talk by Professor Changping Zhang from Wuhan University, currently visiting fellow at Cambridge University.
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Doors Open Day at the Confucius Institute
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Visit us for a taste of traditional Chinese culture.
June
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Conversation corner
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Our weekly conversation corner is free and open to all. It is a relaxed and informal time with our teaching staff to ask questions, practice speaking Mandarin or find out more about Chinese Culture. It is free, drop in and no booking is required. You do not have to be...
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Conversation corner
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Our weekly conversation corner is free and open to all. It is a relaxed and informal time with our teaching staff to ask questions, practice speaking Mandarin or find out more about Chinese Culture. It is free, drop in and no booking is required. You do not have to be...
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Mandarin Bookbug June
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Join us for fun, friendly sessions of Mandarin stories and songs for pre-school children and their families and carers.
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Conversation corner
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Our weekly conversation corner is free and open to all. It is a relaxed and informal time with our teaching staff to ask questions, practice speaking Mandarin or find out more about Chinese Culture. It is free, drop in and no booking is required. You do not have to be...
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Conversation corner
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Our weekly conversation corner is free and open to all. It is a relaxed and informal time with our teaching staff to ask questions, practice speaking Mandarin or find out more about Chinese Culture. It is free, drop in and no booking is required. You do not have to be...
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Conversation corner
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Our weekly conversation corner is free and open to all. It is a relaxed and informal time with our teaching staff to ask questions, practice speaking Mandarin or find out more about Chinese Culture. It is free, drop in and no booking is required. You do not have to be...
May
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Conversation corner
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Our weekly conversation corner is free and open to all. It is a relaxed and informal time with our teaching staff to ask questions, practice speaking Mandarin or find out more about Chinese Culture. It is free, drop in and no booking is required. You do not have to be...
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Mandarin Bookbug May
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Join us for fun, friendly sessions of Mandarin stories and songs for pre-school children and their families and carers.
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Seeds of Translation: Public talk and poetry reading with Brian Holton and Sheena Blackhall followed by drinks reception
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This talk is the final session of our one-day event, Seeds of Translation: A Symposium on Chinese Translation. This afternoon event is a talk and poetry reading suitable for a general audience. It is free to attend and open to all. Brian Holton will talk about his work translating Chinese...
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Seeds of Translation: Symposium on Chinese Translation with special guests from Wuhan University and Paper Republic
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The Confucius Institute of the University of Aberdeen is hosting a free one-day event focusing on Chinese translation run in conjunction with Wuhan University and Paper Republic. This event is aimed at professional translators, and anyone interested in Chinese literary translation. With special guests Xiong Wei, Nicky Harman, Jack Hargreaves, Sheena Blackhall and Brian Holton. Further information...
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Conversation corner
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Our weekly conversation corner is free and open to all. It is a relaxed and informal time with our teaching staff to ask questions, practice speaking Mandarin or find out more about Chinese Culture. It is free, drop in and no booking is required. You do not have to be...
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Conversation corner
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Our weekly conversation corner is free and open to all. It is a relaxed and informal time with our teaching staff to ask questions, practice speaking Mandarin or find out more about Chinese Culture. It is free, drop in and no booking is required. You do not have to be...
April
March
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Fish
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Workshop in the art of Chinese brush painting with Edinburgh-based Chinese artist Chi Zhang focusing on the traditional painting of fish.
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop - Bamboo
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Workshop in the art of Chinese brush painting with Edinburgh-based Chinese artist Chi Zhang focusing on traditional bamboo painting.
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Traditional Chinese Art and its Relationship to Abstract Painting
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Alongside a short introduction to Chinese art, this lecture offers a concise insight into Chinese ink painting and calligraphy.
February
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From High Street to West Market: An archaeology of the western regions, frontier culture and trade during the Tang dynasty
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A tale of the Silk Road inspired by items relating to China from the University of Aberdeen's museum collection.
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Calligraphy and Crafts
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Free, drop-in Chinese craft session.
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Chinese New Year Family Festival
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There will be fun for all the family at our free festival day rounding off the Chinese New Year celebrations. Come along for Chinese crafts, games and more.
January
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Chinese New Year @ The Works
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Chinese New Year celebration at Hillhead student village
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Chinese New Year Gala Show
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Join us at the Tivoli Theatre for an evening of music, dance and more at our Chinese New Year Gala Show as we usher in 2023 Year of the Rabbit.
2022
November
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Chinese Brush Painting Workshop
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This workshop in Chinese brush painting will be given by artist Chi Zhang. In Chi's current paintings, which focus on the Scottish landscape, he encapsulates the essence of his surroundings rather than a naturalistic rendering. This he does with the use of traditional Chinese materials and techniques, exploiting the rich...
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Calligraphy with Chi Zhang
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The Confucius Institute is delighted to be able to offer a calligraphy workshop, open to all, from visiting Chinese calligraphy and brush painting artist Chi Zhang.
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Calligraphy Workshop for Beginners
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Chinese calligraphy is the ancient art of Chinese writing.