After a few fascinating performances with traditional Eastern elements, we now turn to the West to get to know the Essential Sound Baroque Ensemble.“I am Huang Chi-Chih, Head of Essential Sound Baroque Ensemble. It’s our hope to return to the instruments of that time to convey the original creative ideas of the composers as much as possible.” “I’m the Music Director of the Essential Sound Baroque Ensemble and also a flutist, Chien Chih-Hsien. The Baroque flute is basically made of wood. It has a warmer tone and is more ergonomic. It’s easier to control.” “The Baroque period is from 1600 to 175

Meena Karimi is a gifted 16-year-old cellist and composer from Afghanistan. Today, we have the privilege of inviting the lovely Meena Karimi to share her story with us. “Afghanistan has a really rich musical history. What really makes it rich is that the melodies are a combination of Persian melodies with Indian melodies. But when you hear an Afghan song, it totally feels different. It has its own taste and type. And what really makes it more special is that each of our provinces in Afghanistan has their own type of music.” Besides the cello, Meena also plays a bowed instrument called the dilr

Today, we will present Chai Found Music Workshop, a traditional orchestra that reaches beyond a mere musical performance.“When we were first established, we already identified that we were a local orchestra. In the last three or four years of operation, we’ve come to realize that the more local we are, the more international we will be. Our local characteristics, or our emphasis on them, have created a good ‘brand‘, or ‘totem‘ on the international platform.”“We do all this to tell everyone that a traditional music performance is not limited to just string and wind instruments, it can be expand

How was the choir formed? What was the driving force behind it? Let’s find out from the documentary film about this remarkable choir. “It all started after Typhoon Morakot in 2009. At that time, my cousin-in-law was the principal of Liou-Guei Senior High School. After the disaster, he felt that we should have a music club to help keep children calm.” “What we want to do is to reduce the gap between the urban and rural areas. We also hope to broaden the horizon of our children.”Let’s hear “The Song of the Southern King” they performed at the 2021 International Artist Day event. It’s a tradition

Ráj je místem míru a štěstí; nebeskou říši s melodickým zvukem flétny, který přesahuje světské vazby a umožňuje nám odnepaměti naslouchat příběhu srdce.

On April 3, 2021, to celebrate the 4th anniversary of International Artist Day, our Association members in Taiwan (Formosa) invited top artists, dignitaries, and guests on the island to a grand celebration entitled “A Tribute to Art in the Name of Love” at the prestigious National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts, also known as Weiwuying.The event started with an art exhibition showcasing Supreme Master Ching Hai’s inspiring artworks, as well as 90 pieces by approximately 60 other artists. “This is the true value of artists. Why do we feel elated when we look at artwork? It's because artists take

“Chak De! India,” which means “Let’s Go! India” in the Hindi language, is a 2007 film featuring Kabir Khan, who used to be the captain and one of the best players of the Indian national field hockey team. During a Hockey World Cup match against Pakistan, Team India is one point behind until the very last minute, when Kabir is fouled. After the game, one of the Pakistani players comes to shake hands with Kabir. Reporters photograph them, some of whom then mislead the public to suspect that Kabir, a Muslim, threw the match deliberately. Unjustly labelled a traitor, not only is Kabir forced to le

Breakdancing, an energetic style of fast-paced dancing with gymnastic elements, is inseparable from the hip hop culture. The history of breakdancing goes back to the 1970s in the Bronx borough of New York City, USA. On seeing youth in the neighborhood experience frightening gang violence, Jamaican musician Clive Campbell, known as DJ Kool Herc, used his music to encourage them to transform conflicts into dance battles.Through its improvisational and almost spontaneous form, breakdancing combines aspects of martial arts, gymnastics, tap, and other dance styles. The fast musical rhythms of hip h

Following our first interview back in 2009, our Supreme Master Television team members were pleased to see Alex again in July 2022, and have a more in-depth discussion. We begin with Alex talking about his daily meditation practice. “I just try to have my day filled with a connection to everything that is, a connection to love, a connection to Spirit, to the universe. I just want to be integrated fully into that. So I just meditate and pray upon that.”Unknown to some people, Alex is not only a talented musician who is highly creative and spiritual, but he also holds a degree in Environmental S

The Los Angeles based pop rock artist Alex Arndt is the front man of the band The Sonic Universe, previously known as Sonic Paradigm. Alex and his band are no strangers to Supreme Master Television. Back in 2009, when Alex first appeared on our TV Channel, he impressed the audience with his original and energetic compositions that conveyed positive messages on compassion, veganism, and other important issues.At that time, Supreme Master Ching Hai lovingly sent Alex a personal note: “Elevated Alex and Co., I am one of your fans and appreciate also your uplifting talent. Please continue to write

Compared to traditional oil and watercolor paintings that most people are familiar with, acrylic painting is relatively new. Its origin can be traced to the 1930s, when German chemist Otto Röhm discovered and developed an acrylic resin that was quick drying and adhered to all kinds of surfaces.The special qualities of acrylic paint make it an ideal medium not only for house paint, but also for creating art. Acrylic paints can be thinned with water for glazing and even for use as watercolors. It is also possible to use them like oil paint, since they come in similar colors. Another wonderful th

Na podzim jsem toužila Když šaty jsou prostoupeny azurovou modří Motýli se vesele vznášejí nad nesčetnými květy U krásných růží.

Founded in 1392, Joseon, or the Great Joseon, was the last dynastic kingdom of Korea that existed for more than 500 years. King Sejong the Great, the fourth king of the Joseon dynasty, is perhaps the most beloved king in Korean history. The 32 years of his reign are often referred to as the Golden Age and saw unparalleled advancement in science, technology, agriculture, literature, medicine, and music, with people enjoying great culture, prosperity, and political stability.When talking about King Sejong the Great, people would also think of Jang Yeong-sil, the monarch’s close friend and an ext

Today, we are honored to continue our interview with Kathy and Nick Coughlin, as Nick speaks about The Good Kid Project, the “We’re All Animals” series of stories, and his ideas for the future. “Children are impressionable. I was an impressionable young boy, and I think it’s important to teach in a friendly, fun, entertaining, and respectful way. So, that’s a guiding principle of The Good Kid Project.”We asked Kathy and Nick how they went about writing the stories. “Some stories just talk about some of the amazing capabilities that some animals have, other stories challenge people’s respect, o

Today, we have the privilege of inviting Guillaume Lorin to continue his introduction of his film. The music in “Vanille” features the voices of Guadeloupe, which are truly beautiful and a highlight of the film.In the film, Vanille also goes on a quest for a magic titan arum flower. We asked Mr. Lorin where this idea come from. “I like it because the plant is very beautiful, and what it says is that all creatures have a role, have a meaning.” “I liked very much the fact that this flower gives credit to the flies and the insects that crawl around because we often want to destroy them, but they

After tracing the history of the guitar and its different types in the last episode, let’s now check out some of the world’s most influential guitar makers and players, as well as some top guitar brands.Since Spanish musician Antonio de Torres Jurado laid the foundation for modern guitar making in the 19th century, many makers or luthiers have continued to make contributions to the instrument’s development. The Ramírez business, which specializes in making classical and flamenco guitars, has been operated within the Ramírez family for five generations, and is considered the “oldest house of Sp

With a history that goes back hundreds of years, the modern guitar, a six-stringed fretted musical instrument, is beloved by people of all ages and nationalities. The guitar can be considered a successor to other stringed instruments such as the lute and vihuela. As the lute and vihuela became less popular during the 17th century, the guitar was increasingly embraced by the public. However, up to the early 19th centuries, the instrument was still not as prestigious as other influential musical instruments, such as the violin and piano. The Romantic period in music, from approximately 1825 to 1

Sufiana Mausiqi is the name for the classical Sufi ensemble music performed in the Kashmir region of the State of Jammu and Kashmir. Fortunately, a women’s music group, Yemberzal, is taking the historical responsibility to revive this cherished heritage of Sufi music. Today we’ll present the beautiful story of this talented women’s ensemble. The Yemberzal band consists of five girls in their late teens or early twenties, including Irfana Yousuf and her younger sister Rehana, Gulshan Lateef, Saima Hameed, and Shabnum Bashir. In 2011, Irfana persuaded her father, Mohammad Yousuf Beigh, a classic

On today’s program we’ll explore some unusual musical instruments, highlighting how musical talent and human ingenuity can be applied to create music using almost any object that’s able to produce a sound. According to scholars who study prehistoric instruments, the first musical instruments created by humans might well have been lithophones or stone chimes. These “primitive” instruments have been found in almost every location where Stone Age people lived, from Africa to South America, Australia, Azerbaijan, England, Hawaii, Iceland, and India. Dr. Jean-Loup Ringot is an archaeologist and exp

Author Andy Weir grew up with a deep love of science fiction, enjoying books such as “The Caves of Steel” series by Isaac Asimov, and also the “Red Planet” by Robert A. Heinlein. He spent three years crafting the tale of “The Martian,” which began as a software engineer’s experimental thought and became the “Casey and Andy” web comic.The story is set in the year 2035. Astronaut Mark Watney is exploring Mars with his team, having landed on the Martian plain Acidalia Planitia. A month-long stay is planned until a severe dust storm takes a sudden turn and almost topples their Mars Ascent Vehicle,

The energetic violin piece titled “You Don’t Know Better” was composed and performed by the talented London-based vegan violinist Jessica Diamond, who creates her own brand of string music with a modern flair that surprises and excites her audiences. Also known as a “Bollywood violinist,” Jessica frequently plays at weddings, parties, and corporate events. “And then I sort of branched off into wanting to do Pop music and write music. And I get that warm, classical wooden sound, but electrified. I was always calling to the Universe that I really wanted a unique sound. And so when I electrified

“I love my country Love my wife Love my dog I am a member of everything Almost Superman but rarely spoil for a fight. Everyone knows What I’m sentenced to – ‘Servant of the people.’ I have almost everything, dignity and honor, and even shouts of ‘Bravo!’ The people issued me my personal airplane. And why not? I have the right. On my belly (right here) I’ll get a tattoo ‘Servant of the people.’”After its release in 2015, “Servant of the People” immediately became a huge success, becoming one of Ukraine’s most popular television shows of all time. In 2016, the feature-length movie sequel was pro

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“(We can say that the most professional, most beloved, most successful people in theatre and the musical world are here today. What is it about music that does that?) Well, sometimes you don’t bond with everyone that you work with. But in this case, it is very special that all of us have said, 'This is really a unique experience.' And we’ve just clicked, and I think that we’ve all made lifelong friends with each other." “Supreme Master Ching Hai brings great honor and pride to fellow Aulacese (Vietnamese) people through this high caliber event of distinguished artists who have been inspired by

Betty received many awards during her years in show business, including eight Emmy Awards, two American Comedy Awards, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards, along with a Lifetime Achievement Award from each awarding body. Despite all of her show business success, Betty’s true passion was caring for animal-people. Her love for them began as a child, which she credited to her parents, who were avid animal-people lovers. Betty’s love for animal-people was evident both on and off-screen as they frequently appeared on her programs throughout her career. In 1971, she created, produced, and hosted the

“(Dear audience of Overseas Saigon Radio, today I’m very honored to introduce to you a very popular face in the American community. It’s Mr. Vincent Paterson. It’s an honor for the Vietnamese [Aulacese] community to welcome you. And the poetry that you are talking about, is that from Supreme Master Ching Hai?) Yes, I am. These are Her beautiful poetry that some wonderful composers of the United States have taken and made into incredible songs. And speaking of the Vietnamese (Aulacese) community, I have fallen in love with Hồ Quỳnh Hương, who is here working with us. And she is so incredible; s

“Hallo Buddha, why do you smile? And your stone heart is full of light!” “There is a solo number for me to sing, called ‘Talking to a Stone Buddha.’ Whether it’s the Mandarin version or the English version, it’s all written by Supreme Master Ching Hai Herself. This scene is very poetic.” “The reason why I choose not to eat meat is because I love animals very much.” “Time Out nicknamed her, ‘The French Madonna,’ others see in her the new Édith Piaf, Flo Ankah is about to join the cast of the very promising musical ‘Loving the Silent Tears.’” - French Morning “Sure, I find that the very first th

With a radio and TV career spanning more than eight decades, Betty White was regarded as one of the pioneers of television in the United States. She has been credited for her immense contributions to the entertainment industry, along with being one of the first women to work both in front of and behind the camera.Betty Marion White was born on January 17, 1922, in Oak Park, Illinois, USA, and was the only child of Christine Tess and Horace Logan White. The family’s frequent visits to the High Sierras and camping trips to Yellowstone National Park helped to sow the seeds of love for wildlife an

“Brian and Heather Park are appearing as representatives of Korea.” “(I heard there is a very important theme, the message that this musical wants to convey. What could that be?) It’s to find peace. A lot of people these days don’t know what peace is. It’s easy just to say, ‘Let’s live in harmony,’ but this musical is about truly recognizing what peace is.”Liz Callaway “In addition to people’s great talent, I think that everyone seems like a very special soul. It’s not just, people aren’t here just because (Right.) they can sing, I think there’s something more.” “Well, on Sunday we had a meeti

Today, we are going to introduce “The Art of Racing in the Rain,” an uplifting film about a dog-person, human’s “best friend,” and the relationship between souls. The movie features race car driver Denny, whose best friend is Enzo, a golden retriever dog-person.Denny is very gifted and especially good at racing in the rain. With his experience and sharp intuition, he is often the first one to make the call for rain tires. He also reviews his own “in-car” recordings very carefully to help him improve in future performances. Enzo, who is always by his side, has learned a great deal about “balanc

The brutal onset of the recent Russian invasion has deeply shaken the nation of Ukraine and the lives of its people. It’s estimated that nearly 12.8 million Ukrainians have been displaced, including approximately 4.8 million children, almost two-thirds of the country’s entire child population. Professor Ane Lemche, a psychologist and child counselor with the organization Save The Children in Denmark, commented on the suffering inflicted on children by war: “In the short term, some children will experience anxiety and stress, and definitely confusion, some of them loss of memory, loss of abilit

THE EXHIBITION OF SUPREME MASTER CHING HAI’S ART WORKS. Featuring works & designs by Supreme Master Ching Hai: Longevity Lamps, Celestial Clothing, Celestial Jewelry, Fans, Paintings, Photography and The Celestial Art Exhibition. “The diversity of which the jewelry and clothing and artwork – it’s just beautiful and elegantly displayed. It’s a class act. Everything…” “(Master, we would like to know what inspired You to write the poetry anthology ‘Silent Tears’?) It’s just the empathy to humans’ struggle to achieve the impossible. We all go through this, saints, sinners, mortals, all alike. If y