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Enroll in these artistic courses organised by the China Cultural Centre
Enroll in these artistic courses organised by the China Cultural Centre
Are you looking to break your routine and learn something entirely new? A skill or art that will bring new colour and wonder into your life? If this question resonates with you, the China Cultural Centre in Malta, often referred to as the CCC, may have that unique course for you. The CCC has recently launched a number of courses and lectures based on the Erhu, Traditional Chinese Freehand Painting, Chinese Go, Taichi and Chinese History.
The Erhu
The sweet sounding Chinese traditional instrument known as the Erhu or Chinese violin has a history of over 4,000 years of age. It is a bowed instrument with only two strings yet it is a very expressive instrument that can convey emotions of melancholy, as well as, jubilance. It is versatile with all notes within its range and many say its tone is very similar to the voice of a human being! The Erhu is a very portable instrument and is also suitable for playing in group settings, such as within a quartet, quintet etc. Discover the warm and soulful tones of the erhu by joining our classes. No prior background in music is needed to participate and erhus can be rented from the CCC at a small fee. The class will be limited to 6 people (aged 12 and above) so apply early to avoid disappointment.
Venue: China Cultural Centre in Malta, Melita St, Valletta
Tutor: Tianyi Cui
Date: Weekly classes held every Saturday beginning on the 2nd October, 2021
Time: 14:00 – 15:30
No. of classes: 10
Tuition Fee: 50eu for members of the China Cultural Centre, 70eu for non-members
Book your place by sending an email to zhaofei831@gmail.com
Traditional Chinese Freehand Painting
The China Cultural Centre’s Traditional Chinese Freehand Painting classes are being taught by the award winning graphic designer and illustrator, Mr. Joseph Scerri. Mr Scerri follows the Chinese
Four Treasures of the Study” which refers to brush, ink, paper and ink stone. Chinese brushwork painting does not focus on shade and light but rather a clear representation of the subject form.
As early as the fourth century in Chinese history, Chinese painters realised the importance of capturing the spirit of nature. Only when the spirit of a painted matter is firmly grasped can the depiction itself be free and moving
Venue: China Cultural Centre in Malta, Melita St, Valletta
Tutor: Mr Joseph Scerri
Date: Weekly classes held every Friday beginning on the 1st October, 2021
Time: 18:00 – 19:30
No. of classes: 10
Tuition Fee: 50eu for members of the China Cultural Centre, 70eu for non-members
Book your place by sending an email to zhaofei831@gmail.com
Chinese GO
Are you fond of strategy board games? Then China’s most enduring game GO” is for you! Chinese GO classes will be taught by the sharp, insightful and warm-hearted Mr. Jianmin Li.
According to Mr. Li, the game is intrinsic to Chinese philosophy and Yin Yang that in turn can teach you how to live a balanced life. Chinese Go is not about total victory but rather relative advantage.
Venue: China Cultural Centre in Malta, Melita St, Valletta
Tutor: Mr. Jianmin Li
Date: Weekly classes held every Friday beginning on the 1st October, 2021
Time: 18:00 – 19:30
No. of classes: 10
Tuition Fee: 50eu for members of the China Cultural Centre, 70eu for non-members
Book your place by sending an email to zhaofei831@gmail.com
Taiji
Taiji is a low impact and slow motion martial art where you must breathe deeply, calm your mind and move through a series of motions without pausing. It is a graceful form of exercise that is excellent for stress reduction and can be practiced at all ages. In fact, there is a large community of elderly people in Malta that practice Taiji on a regular basis.
The China Cultural Centre has reached out to the top Taiji schools who’s leaders’ incredible spirit and passion inspire so many to pursue Taiji. As the taiji Master Xu Yao who once visited Malta explained: “Taiji is a sport that trains you both physically and mentally. You practise with the fist,
but what you cultivate is the heart. It teaches you to face problems with a clear mind and calmly perceive the changes of life and know how to be kind to yourself.”
Malta Martial Arts Association
Venue: Wigi Portelli Football Ground, Triq Tumas Cassar, Gharb, Gozo
Master: Adrian Axisa (President of the Maltese Martial Arts Association) and Alana Axisa
Date: Beginning October 5th, every Tuesday from 10:00 – 11:00
OR
Beginning October 6th, every Wednesday from 18:00 – 19:00
No. of classes:10
Book your place by sending an email to axisaadrian@gmail.com
The Malta School of Wushu
Traditional Wushu Praying Mantis Kung Fu (Qixing Tanglangquan) for Children
Venue: Malta School of Wushu – LongGui, 44 Triq Carini, Santa Venera
Master: Gino Dalcielo
Date: Beginning of October, every Monday and Wednesday from 18:15 – 19:30
Traditional Wushu Praying Mantis Kung Fu (Qixing Tanglangquan) for Adults
Venue: Malta School of Wushu – LongGui, 44 Triq Carini, Santa Venera
Master: Gino Dalcielo
Date: Beginning of October, every Friday from 19:40 – 21:00
Traditional Taijiquan
Venue: Malta School of Wushu – LongGui, 44 Triq Carini, Santa Venera
Master: Gino Dalcielo
Date: Beginning of October, every Monday and Wednesday from 19:40 – 21:00
Health Qigong
Venue: Malta School of Wushu – LongGui, 44 Triq Carini, Santa Venera
Master: Gino Dalcielo
Date: Beginning of October, every Tuesday from 19:40 – 21:00
Book your place by sending an email to longguimalta@gmail.com
Malta Yang Family Taiji Quan
Venue: Chinese Garden of Serenity, Santa Lucija
Master: Glenn Buhagiar Navarro
Date: Beginning of October, every Tuesday from 18:00 – 19:30 and every Sunday from 10:00 – 12:30
Book your place by sending an email to taiglennchi@gmail.com
