One the most renowned Chinese folk music ensembles, the Guangdong National Orchestra emerged from the Chinese Dance and Song Theater in 2002. Having established itself as an independent national orchestra with more than 1,000 works in its repertoire, the orchestra has collaborated with many prominent national artists and has expanded its ranks with top graduates from famous conservatories in China and Hong Kong. Its members span all ages, giving vitality to this traditional Chinese orchestra. The group has also been invited to many an international musical stage such as Art Festival of China, Tokushima Folk Art Festival of Japan, Singapore Arts Festival, Hong Kong Youth Art Festival, Macao International Music Festival and Lisbon Music Week.