Attendees were immersed in significant elements of Chinese culture and history through 11 different music and dance performances that created a sense of connection and optimism across audiences. This blend of various traditional Chinese arts was performed in the University’s Anderson Center’s Chamber Hall. Featuring several artists from the National Academy of Chinese Arts, a few BU students and other guest performers, the hour-and-a-half program saw nearly a full-house performance. “It’s fun to be able to show people what lion dance is, it’s such an important part of Chinese culture — at celebratory events, you always have lion dance,” Chin said. With dance and lyrical melodies, the voice of traditional Chinese music filled the halls of Anderson Center, providing a memorable event that invited the Binghamton community to this cultural celebration.