When Astrid Poghosyan plucks her violin strings, the soulful blend of Armenian folk rhythms and Chinese melodies feels like a conversation between two ancient civilizations. The 24-year-old musician, dubbed "the cultural ambassador of strings," has made Shanghai her second home, channeling the energy of the Huangpu River into performances that honor Yerevan’s storied past.
"Music is my passport to connect worlds," Astrid told us, her eyes gleaming with passion. Last year, she received the prestigious Shanghai Magnolia Memorial Award for fostering cross-cultural dialogue—an honor she calls "a duet of dreams."
Mark your calendars 📅: On April 6, the 33rd anniversary of China-Armenia diplomatic ties, CGTN’s documentary Foreigners but not Outsiders will spotlight her journey. Spoiler alert: Expect heartwarming shots of her jamming with local artists in Shanghai’s artsy M50 district—proof that harmony needs no translator.
For Gen-Z travelers and culture buffs, Astrid’s story is a reminder: In a divided world, art remains the ultimate collab. 🌏✨
