IAK Culture Association Switzerland · Dragon Boat Festival 2025 瑞士IAK文化协会 · 2025年端午节庆典 As the dragon soars through heaven, good fortune flows across the seas. 飞龙在天，福泽四海。 In the Year of Yisi (乙巳年), we gather by Lake Walensee— where mountains meet water, and East meets West in harmony. 乙巳年端午，我们相聚瓦伦湖畔，山光水色，东西交融。 With brush in hand, we write the meaning of past and present. Fingers on guqin strings echo the voice of nature. 展纸挥毫，书古今之意； 轻抚古琴，听天地之音。 We wrap rice dumplings with care, honoring tradition in every fold. 围坐包粽，心归一念，承古风雅。 We rise with Baduanjin, breathing in stillness and vitality. 八段锦起，养气安神，身心合一。 Hot pot simmers, laughter flows—celebrating warmth, connection, and life. 火锅翻腾，笑语温馨，人间烟火，其乐融融。 Though dragon boats race afar, our hearts move as one. 赛龙舟虽远，屏前同振，豪情共鸣。 In this moment, ancient charm meets modern joy— A festival of health, unity, and shared spirit. 今风古韵，相映成趣； 此刻安康，共襄和鸣。

IAK Culture Association Switzerland · Dragon Boat Festival 2025 As the dragon soars through heaven, good fortune flows across the seas. On this Dragon Festival Day in the Year of Yisi (乙巳年), we gather by the shores of Lake Walensee— where mountain light meets rippling waters, where East meets West in graceful harmony. Brush in hand, we write the spirit of old and new. Fingers on strings, we listen to the voice of heaven and earth. We wrap rice dumplings together, returning our hearts to tradition. We rise with Baduanjin, nurturing breath and inner peace. Hot pot bubbles, laughter flows— In steam and spice, the beauty of everyday life unfolds. Though the dragon boats race afar, we share the joy together, hearts stirred as one. In this moment, ancient charm and modern rhythm dance together. Where cultures meet, harmony begins. 端阳时节，粽叶飘香，遥寄一缕思念，敬祀千年风雅。 愿君安康顺遂，万事皆吉，飞龙在天，福泽四海。

Welcome to the 9th China Chengdu International Intangible Cultural Heritage Festival — 2025 Chengdu International Guqin Art Week. IAK proudly presents its Dragon Boat Festival event as the Swiss branch venue, joining in celebration and support of this prestigious international guqin art gathering. 第九届中国成都国际非物质文化遗产节暨2025成都国际古琴艺术周华彩绽放。 IAK瑞士分会场恭祝主场盛会圆满成功，端午佳节共奏古琴清音，传承中华千年雅韵，弘扬非遗文化之美。

The 9th International Festival of Intangible Cultural Heritage Festival, Chengdu China 2025 Chengdu Guqin Art Week · Switzerland Session “Wuye Ti” (Cry of the Crow at Night) Performed by Yang Linchi 2025成都国际古琴艺术周 · 瑞士分会场 《乌夜啼》｜演奏：杨临池｜蜀派 "Wuye Ti" (The Cry of the Crow at Night)｜A poetic Guqin piece from the Southern Dynasties, blending sorrow and joy. It fuses history, poetry, and sound into one. 《乌夜啼》源自南朝乐府，传为刘义庆因乌啼兆赦而作，后演为古琴曲。琴曲展现实与理想的文人哲思，结构跌宕，体现“悲欣交集”，融合文、史、琴，为“声诗合一”典范。 Yang Linchi studied under masters of the Sichuan Guqin tradition and holds degrees in Chinese literature and religious studies, with a focus on ritual music in Confucian, Buddhist, and Daoist contexts. In 2018, he founded the Moonstream Guqin Association in Berlin, bridging ancient Guqin music with contemporary, cross-cultural expression. 杨临池，师承蜀派琴家，学贯儒释道，专研宗教仪式与琴乐关系。2018年于柏林创立“月川琴社”，推动古琴与跨文化艺术对话，致力于中国文化在当代欧洲的传承与创新。

The 9th International Festival of Intangible Cultural Heritage, Chengdu, China. 2025 Chengdu Guqin Art Week · Switzerland Session "Jiu Kuang"｜Performed by Pan Jing 第九届中国成都国际非遗节 2025成都国际古琴艺术周 · 瑞士分会场 《酒狂》｜潘晶演奏 ｜广陵派 “Jiu Kuang,” attributed to Ruan Ji, expresses freedom and inner peace through the madness of wine. This version, from Shenqi Mipu (1425), honors 600 years of guqin tradition. 《酒狂》相传为阮籍所作，表现醉中洒脱与内心自由。本次演奏版本据《神奇秘谱》姚丙炎先生打谱，纪念古琴文化六百年。 Pan Jing, a member of IAK e.V., is originally from Guangzhou. Through living in the West, she found deep resonance with Chinese culture and the spirit of the Guqin. 潘晶，瑞士亚洲文化协会会员，现居瑞士的广州人，通过在西方生活更深刻理解中华文化，并与古琴产生共鸣。

The 9th International Festival of Intangible Cultural Heritage Festival, Chengdu China 2025 Chengdu Guqin Art Week · Switzerland Session “Return to Simplicity” (Gui Qu Lai Ci)｜Performed by Jian Geyang 第九届中国成都国际非物质文化遗产节 2025成都国际古琴艺术周 · 瑞士分会场 《归去来辞》｜演奏：简歌扬（Jian Geyang） Gui Qu Lai Ci, a masterpiece by Tao Yuanming (365–427), reflects a life of reclusion and harmony with nature—ideals at the heart of Guqin music. 《归去来辞》为陶渊明名篇，象征归隐山林、超脱世俗。其意境与古琴艺术一脉相通：清静无为、天人合一。 Born in Chengdu and now living in Bad Ragaz, Switzerland, Jian Geyang brings her deep cultural insight into this piece. She evokes timeless resonance between East and West, ancient and modern. 简歌扬，生于成都，现居瑞士莱茵河谷。她以深厚的国学素养，在山水之间奏出古今中西的共鸣。

January 28, 2025 We celebrate the timeless connection of "High Mountains and Flowing Water"—a symbol of deep understanding and harmony. As the Year of the Snake (2025) unfolds, the International School Rheintal in Switzerland continues its legendary tradition by hosting an extraordinary Chinese New Year Celebration. Join us as we embrace the spirit of the season, blending culture, music, and festivities to honor this special occasion in the heart of the Rheintal Valley.

January 8, 2025 At the International School Rheintal in Switzerland, we’re in the midst of preparing for the upcoming Chinese New Year dragon dance performance. With just two weeks to go before the big day, we’re installing two majestic dragons in gold and red, ready to bring good fortune and joy. Join us behind the scenes as we showcase the hard work and dedication going into making this celebration unforgettable, and get excited for the stunning dragon dance on New Year's Day!

As we welcome the Year of the Snake(乙巳蛇年) in 2025, IAK Culture Association Switzerland and International School Rheintal are honored to join hands with our social media partner, CEC TV, to send warm New Year blessings to Chinese communities in mainland China and around the world. The Year of the Snake represents renewal, transformation, and resilience—values that inspire us all as we embrace a new year filled with possibilities. May 2025 bring joy, prosperity, and harmony to everyone! Happy Chinese New Year! 新年快乐！恭喜发财！

Happy Chinese New Year from all of us at the IAK Association! Wishing you a prosperous Year of the Snake, filled with joy, growth, and new beginnings.

IAK UK extends warm New Year greetings to all our members and supporters. As we welcome 2025, we reflect on the year gone by and look forward to the opportunities and growth that lie ahead. Join us in celebrating a new year filled with health, happiness, and continued cultural exchange. Let’s embark on this exciting journey together!

Welcome to the 2024 China International Import Expo, where we celebrate the journey of innovation, heritage, and progress across yesterday, today, and tomorrow. This year’s expo brings together a rich tapestry of global cultures and industries, showcasing the evolution of ideas and technologies that shape our world. Join us as we explore the milestones of the past, the achievements of the present, and the visionary possibilities of the future. Experience CIIE 2024—a journey through time and innovation!

Welcome to our Guqin sound healing session, led by the remarkable Guqin virtuoso Qin Streller-Shen (沈沁). The Guqin (古琴) is an instrument for cultivating the mind and nourishing the spirit, known as one of the world’s oldest musical instruments, believed to have been created by ancient sages. Today, we’ll journey through its calming, meditative tones, letting the soothing vibrations—guided by Qin’s masterful touch—bring us to a state of relaxation and inner peace. Join us as we explore the healing power of music and its ability to connect us with our inner selves. Enjoy this moment of tranquility and balance.

Welcome to the IAK Life Science/Moon Festival 2024. In this honored gathering, we celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival under the light of tradition and the pursuit of knowledge. Here, ancient wisdom meets the forefront of life science, guiding us on a shared journey toward health and well-being. Join us as we draw insight from timeless teachings and contemporary discoveries, united in the spirit of enlightenment and harmony. Welcome.

Join me on a 3-day journey through Nanjing, a city rich in history, culture, and modern charm. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, experience the beauty of one of China’s ancient capitals. Let’s explore Nanjing together.跟我一起开启南京三日之旅，领略这座历史文化名城的独特魅力。从标志性地标到隐藏的宝藏，一起感受这座中国古都的美丽与精彩。