On Thanksgiving Day, November 26th, Lang Lang visited Longshan Central Primary School in Jimo District, Qingdao to inaugurate the newly established music classes titled "Happy Keys" and conduct a piano lesson for children there. In the "Happy Keys" music classroom, the children gathered around Lang Lang, experiencing the charm of music up close. During the lesson, Mr. Lang Lang even played the piano with an orange, showing the students how to "play" with music.
▲Playing Piano with an Orange
Lang Lang used lively melodies and dynamic performances to show students how enjoyable and delightful learning music can be. He hoped that the children could enjoy learning piano in this music classroom and appreciate the wonders of the musical world.
Lang Lang's presence and captivating performance ignited the children's enthusiasm for music. Many students signed up for the newly formed piano club with eager, aspiring to shine on bigger stages just like Mr. Lang Lang.
Most students at Longshan Central Primary School in Jimo District come from nearby rural villages. A year ago, the school moved from its old bungalow classrooms into the current new teaching building. However, the school had only one piano that hadn't been tuned in time, and the lack of proper music teaching equipment hindered the fulfillment of comprehensive quality education.
On November 23rd this year, the last nine impoverished counties were lifted out of poverty, signaling the successful completion of the national poverty alleviation goals. As the country progresses towards a moderately prosperous society, the importance of quality and arts education has become increasingly prominent. Music and aesthetic education not only cultivate character and improve literacy but also help develop intelligence, playing an irreplaceable role in promoting the all-round development of students.
The establishment of the "Happy Keys" Music Together Classes will help the school better carry out music teaching, improve the quality of music education, and create conditions for the comprehensive development of students. Sowing seeds of music and dreams in this vibrant and lively campus, and in the hearts of the children.
