Guo Wenjing

Guo Wenjing is a distinguished Chinese composer, born on February 1, 1956, in Chongqing. He is notable for his contributions to contemporary Chinese music, having composed for both Western and Chinese instruments, including concertos and operas. Guo has spent the majority of his career in China, apart from a short stint in New York, making significant impacts in various prestigious festivals around the world. His engagement with the Central Conservatory of Music, Beijing is particularly noteworthy, where he has served as the head of the composition department. His works are recognized internationally and encapsulate the spirit of humanism with oriental features.