The erhu joins in. Two strings, one bow, a sound like someone speaking softly. And "Jasmine Flower" takes on a distant, soulful warmth.

The melody had already traveled through viola, piano, cello, children's ensemble, pipa, guzheng, yangqin and the xiao – now, a new instrument enters.

What are your thoughts on cross-border music collaboration? Comment below, or better yet, join in. Play it, sing it, remix it – any way you like. No perfection needed, just your voice. Post with #GenCoolChallenge and tag @CGTN. 

How to join:

YouTube: https://youtube.com/shorts/9QhXGlbSwjc?feature=share

Click "Remix" → "Collab" 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cgtnofficial/video/7686069718897446175?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7686072115586598416

Click "Share" → "Duet"