When Pure N Heart vocalist Domenique Branch touched down in China to rehearse for the 2025 China-U.S. Youth Choir Festival, she expected jet lag – but not the instant sense of belonging. 🎶
"From the moment I arrived, people showed me so much kindness," Branch shared during a rehearsal break. She described impromptu language exchanges with local musicians, street food adventures 🥟, and collaborative jam sessions blending R&B with traditional Chinese melodies.
The festival, which will feature 500 young artists from both countries, aims to build cultural bridges through music. Branch emphasized: "Art doesn’t need translation. When we sing together, you feel that connection deeper than any political headline."
With three months until the main event, organizers confirm participants will tour Beijing, Shanghai, and Xi’an – turning ancient city walls into concert halls. 🏯 Who’s ready for this harmony-packed diplomacy? ✨
