The 38th Shanghai Spring International Music Festival has finally taken to Shanghai's stages this week, one year after being postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The festival showcases rising stars and new musical works from China's music scene, featuring a total of 42 major performances, including 32 musical performances and 10 dance performances, from March 18 to April 2. The festival aims to promote Chinese new talents and original art pieces. Musical enthusiasts from across the nation flocked to the Shangyin Opera House on Monday evening to witness the opening performance of the festival, “The Land of Rejuvenation, Symphonic Poem for the New Era,” an original choral symphony created and performed by the Shangyin Opera House on Monday evening.