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Art is a project that shapes the soul, and what shapes the soul of art is the Chinese spirit.

On December 15, 1940, “The Yellow River Cantata” was publicly performed in Chongqing, using melody as a blade and song as fire to ignite the fighting morale of the Chinese people.

To commemorate the 80th anniversary of the victory of the Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War, we present a special feature—”Echoes of Victory.” Let us follow the classic melodies that carry the resilient spirit of the Chinese nation, trace back the powerful sounds that resonated with the era and the people during the war-torn years, and draw strength from these timeless anthems.

This feature pays tribute to that indomitable era, allowing the echoes of history to resonate in the heart of every Chinese person!

The Yellow River Cantata

“The Yellow River Cantata” is a renowned Chinese patriotic oratorio composed in 1939 during the Second Sino-Japanese War. It was created by Xian Xinghai with lyrics by Guang Weiran, drawing inspiration from the symbolic might of the Yellow River, the cradle of Chinese civilization. The piece served to rally national resistance and boost morale, becoming one of the most iconic musical works in modern Chinese history.

Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression

The Chinese People’s War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression refers to China’s prolonged military conflict against Japan, which began with the 1931 invasion of Manchuria and escalated into full-scale war in 1937. It was a major theatre of World War II and ended with Japan’s surrender in 1945. The conflict is remembered in China for its immense national sacrifice and as a pivotal moment in the country’s modern history.

World Anti-Fascist War

The World Anti-Fascist War refers to the global conflict of World War II (1939-1945), which was fought between the Allied powers and the Axis fascist regimes. It was a monumental struggle for freedom against expansionist and totalitarian ideologies, primarily led by Nazi Germany, Fascist Italy, and Imperial Japan. The war’s conclusion with the defeat of fascism reshaped the global order and led to the establishment of the United Nations.