Wu Man: The Pipa – A Musical Bridge Between Cultures

Wu Man, renowned as the premier player of the pipa—a pear-shaped, four-stringed Chinese lute—used music and storytelling to demonstrate how the instrument bridges different cultures. Drawing on decades of experience as a performer, composer, and educator, she offered a unique perspective on music as a means of cultural understanding and unity. This free event took place at the Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, highlighting Wu Man’s role in sharing Chinese musical traditions worldwide.