The Philadelphia Orchestra is returning to China for a tour that will commemorate the 50th anniversary of its historic 1973 visit. This time, the orchestra will perform in cities such as Beijing, Tianjin, Suzhou and Shanghai alongside Chinese orchestras. In an exclusive interview with CGTN, Tristan Rais-Sherman, the assistant conductor of the Philadelphia Orchestra, offered his insights into the tour, shedding light on the repertoire it will present. He also shared his perspective on how this visit will foster deeper cultural exchanges between China and the United States.