On the morning of May 15, 2024, at 10:45 AM, the Chengdu-ASEAN Arts Center Concert Hall welcomed a piano performance and sharing session by Professor Natasa Veljkovic, a distinguished piano faculty member and doctoral supervisor at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna. The event attracted enthusiastic participation from both Chinese and international students and faculty members of the College of Music and Dance.

Professor Natasa, with her exceptional performance skills and profound musical expertise, presented a high-caliber mini-concert for the audience. The theme of the sharing session was "Piano Performance Sharing," for which Professor Natasa meticulously prepared five world-renowned classical pieces, including works by Brahms, Mozart, Chopin, and Liszt. As her fingers danced across the keys, she immersed the faculty and students in a captivating musical atmosphere, allowing them to deeply appreciate the charm of piano art.

The concert began with Professor Natasa performing Brahms' Hungarian Dances as a piano duet. Her delicate touch and heartfelt interpretation infused every note with emotion and power. The subsequent pieces by Mozart, Liszt, and Chopin further elevated the atmosphere, transporting the audience into a mesmerizing musical world and earning enthusiastic applause.

Following the performance, Professor Natasha naturally transitioned into an engaging demonstration and explanation of piano techniques. She not only shared her decades of performance experience but also illustrated the creative backgrounds and technical nuances behind the pieces. Her masterful demonstrations and insightful yet accessible explanations left a lasting impression on the students in attendance.

This piano sharing session not only broadened the students' musical appreciation and technical skills but also reignited their passion for piano performance. Through Professor Natasha's exquisite playing and enlightening guidance, the students glimpsed the boundless possibilities of musical artistry, inspiring them to pursue excellence on their own musical journeys.

Faculty members from the College of Music and Dance remarked that this event was a significant part of the college's international exchange strategy. By inviting world-renowned musicians like Professor Natasa Veljkovic for performances and interactions, the college aims to provide students with more learning opportunities, enhance their professional skills, and foster cross-cultural dialogue and integration in music.

Though Professor Natasa Veljkovic's piano sharing session has concluded, the musical spirit and artistic inspiration she brought will continue to motivate both faculty and students in their artistic pursuits. The college looks forward to hosting more such international artistic exchanges in the future, injecting new vitality and creativity into its academic community.