Slovenian classical guitarist Mak Grgic shares his reflections on identity, creativity and cross-cultural dialogue during an interview with CGTN's Zhang Meng in Beijing during his China tour.

Grgic speaks about how Slovenian folk traditions continue to inspire his musical language, discusses his commitment to commissioning and premiering new works, highlighting the importance of expanding the repertoire for classical guitar.

As a collaborator with composer Michael Abels – known for the Oscar-winning film "Get Out" – Grgic shares his interest in exploring the expressive possibilities of classical guitar in cinematic storytelling.

The internationally-acclaimed guitarist also reflects on performing in Asia and the curiosity he senses from audiences in China. Looking ahead, he expresses enthusiasm for deeper cultural exchange and the possibility of collaborating with Chinese musicians in the future.