The music camp began in 2023. It is the brainchild of Wallace Lee, a 22-year-old Hong Kong native and a talented violinist. A graduate of Tsinghua's School of Social Sciences, Lee was first violinist in the university symphony orchestra in 2021. He also launched the organization, Xin Tsing Friends, which deepens cultural bonds and unity between young people from Hong Kong and the Chinese mainland.

"When I studied at Tsinghua University, I lived with three other students in the dorm. They came from different parts of the Chinese mainland. They taught me how to ride a bike, and I visited their hometowns," says Lee, noting that he wants to use music as a universal language, to connect young people with their roots, and promote mutual understanding.

"During the summer camp, we rehearsed Chinese music, especially pieces inspired by folk music. For students from Hong Kong, it was a fresh and interesting experience," says Lee. "We shared experiences under Lyu's mentorship, and have forged a strong bond that transcends regional boundaries."

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