Yijia and Peadar Connolly 'Listen to the World'

Join us for an evening of stunning vocals and an immersive journey into tradition, folk and contemporary compostions.

Yijia is a singer-songwriter from China interested in exploring her cultural identity and diverse traditions through music-making. Yijia attended 'Sing My Song’ at the age of 16 and launched her music career as a singer-songwriter in China after winning the 16th CMA (Chinese Music Awards) for ‘Media’s Choice Album’ and the nomination for ‘Best New Chinese Female Artist’ for the Chinese Media Music Awards. After coming to the UK, Yijia has established a career in traditional Chinese folk singing and Guzheng playing, having performed at WOMAD festival, Victorious Festival, BBC Radio 3, Asia House’s ‘One Voice’ documentary series and Sofar Sounds London. Yijia is endorsed by Arts Council UK as a Global Talent and holds a degree in Music from the University of Oxford and SOAS (University of London). 

Listen here for Yijia speaking about her multigenerational musical journey and performing her recently released composition, Yi the Sun.

What to expect

Step off the busy London streets into an oasis of beauty and calm at St Ethelburga's Centre, nestled between corporate scyscrappers near Liverpool Street station. More than a concert, Listen to the World events are intimate evenings full of warmth and connection and where we commonly have a Q&A with the performers.  You may meet someone new, or simply enjoy your own company.  Our performers may invite participation with song, sound or dance, and you can join in as much or as little as they like. We look forward to welcoming you!

We are immensely grateful to the National Lottery Arts Council England and to Tides Foundation for funding for this programme.