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Lang Lang today appeared on CNN's first Chinese online chat
CNN International
2009-11-17 05:15 PM Taiwan News

Chinese pianist Lang Lang today appeared on CNN's first Chinese online chat with host Eileen Hsieh. He talks about his collaboration with music legend Herbie Hancock, his opinion on the best way to learn classical music and Michael Jackson's influence on him. He also answered questions posted online by his fans from around the world.
 

Tune in this evening to see Lang Lang on the "Tavis Smiley" show.  Lang Lang's interview with Tavis will air on KCET in Los Angeles at both 7pm and 11pm and on WNET in New York at 12 midnight (with a re-broadcast on Tuesday at 1 PM). For all other cities - check your local late-night PBS listings for Monday, November 9th, 2009

SCHILLER GIVES PLATINUM AWARD TO LANG LANG
October 10, 2009
Following a trio performance at the Russian Embassy, Christopher von Deylen - better know as Schiller - presented Lang Lang with the plaque for their platinum-selling album, Sehnsucht ("Longing"). Their collaboration "Time for Dreams" was chosen by German TV station ZDF as the official anthem for their coverage of the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing.
 

The BC Entertainment Hall of Fame honors international entertainment personalities who have captured the hearts of Vancouverites through frequent visits to the city. Their plaques are installed on the exterior of the Orpheum near the Stage Door at 865 Seymour Street in Vancouver.
 

Pianist Lang Lang talks about his career as a musical prodigy. On November 10 at Carnegie Hall he’ll be performing the Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto #2, along with the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra, as part of the series "Ancient Paths, Modern Voices: A Festival Celebrating Chinese Culture," a tribute to China’s culture and its influence around the world. More information about the series and tickets here.

The Lang Lang scarf in regal blue and black with a vibrant illustration of a classical piano in fuchsia is the perfect representation of the inimitable characteristics of Lang Lang and is now available for purchase. Click here to get yours!

Lang Lang will make a special appearance at Borders Bookstore in New York City on October 25th, at 5:00 PM to promote his book "Journey of a Thousand Miles". If you are in the area make sure you come out to the special event. Borders is located at the Time Warner Center, 10 Columbus Circle,  New York, NY. We'll see you there!

Click here for the official website for the album!

Lang Lang will be a featured performer at the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the founding of the People's Republic of China in Beijing on October 1st.   A story on the event, which includes a segment on Lang Lang, aired on CNN International's Connect the World.