At a time when China-US headlines are often dominated by trade, technology and strategic rivalry, a group of young Americans is bringing a different kind of conversation to China – through jazz.

The National Youth Orchestra Jazz, or NYO Jazz, is touring Shanghai and Beijing this summer. For many of these young musicians, it's their first time in China – a chance to experience the country firsthand and connect with Chinese audiences through music.

CGTN's Dong Xue caught up with some of them for a quick-fire Q&A. Take a look.