With its September 1973 trip to the People’s Republic, the Philadelphia Orchestra makes history, and paves the way for other American orchestras. Highlight for many are the information exchanges with Chinese musicians.
Program dates: September 12-23, 1973
Less than eight months after Chinese ping pong team returns home, National Committee makes history again, hosting the Shenyang Acrobatic Troupe for a four-week, four-city tour.
Program Dates: December 16, 1972-January 13, 1973