London-Rolls-Royce plc, a world-leading provider of power systems and services, and the London Symphony Orchestra (LSO), one of the world's leading orchestras, are pleased to announce the hosting of a master class for student conductors during the LSO's 2007 China Tour. The master class will be led by LSO Principal Guest Conductor Daniel Harding with members of the Orchestra.

This rare opportunity offers three students from the Central Conservatory of Music, selected through application, the chance to work under the guidance of Daniel Harding in conducting members of the LSO. Three students have been selected: Luo Zhenhua, 23, Zhu Man, 25, and Jiao Yang, 22.

Luo Zhenhua - Luo Zhenhua is a junior student of the Central Conservatory of Music. He has been studying conducting for two years and a half, and has given two recitals at the Central Conservatory of Music.

Zhu Man - Zhu Man is a post-graduate student of the Central Conservatory of Music. She has been studying conducting for over six years and has conducted over six concerts with several well-known domestic symphony orchestras.

Jiao Yang - Jiao Yang is a senior student of the Central Conservatory of Music. He is also an award-winning pianist and has been conducting over 4 concerts with several well-known domestic symphony orchestras.

Supported by Poly Culture & Arts Co. Ltd., the master class will take place at Poly Theatre on April 20th. During the master class, the students will conduct members of the London Symphony Orchestra in one movement of Dvoak's Symphony No 9 with tuition from both Mr. Harding and members of the LSO including Gareth Davies (flute), Patrick Harrild (tuba) and Matthew Gibson (double bass).

The master class is part of Rolls-Royce's sponsorship of the LSO 2007 Tour of China, which will feature concerts in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. Chinese pianist Lang Lang and violinist Frank Peter Zimmermann are soloists during the tour. The programme reflects Rolls-Royce and the London Symphony Orchestra's shared commitment to nurturing young talent and respect for precision, innovation and excellence.

Commenting on the master class, Rolls-Royce Chief Executive, Sir John Rose, said: "Talent and youth development are core values of our global corporate responsibility efforts, and we are excited to share this commitment with the LSO and the Central Conservatory of Music by sponsoring this master class programme."

Daniel Harding, Principal Guest Conductor of LSO, said, "We are excited to provide this unique opportunity to conducting students in China to work with one of the world's leading orchestras and exchange views and ideas on music and the arts. We are grateful for Rolls-Royce sponsorship of our visit and proactive support in facilitating this master class for China's future leaders in music and conducting."

Professor Yu Feng, Director of Conducting Faculty from the Central Conservatory of Music, said: "It is a special opportunity for our students to study directly with Mr. Harding and members of this world-renowned Orchestra."

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About Rolls-Royce

Rolls-Royce, a world-leading provider of power systems and services, has offices in Beijing, Shanghai, Dalian and Hong Kong, and in 2005 it opened a new marine facility in Shanghai.

The company is also involved in two joint ventures - Hong Kong Aero Engine Services Limited (HAESL) in Hong Kong, and Xian Rolls-Royce Aerocomponents (XRA) in Xian. Aircraft powered by Rolls-Royce are currently operating with 11 Chinese airlines, including those based in the Hong Kong and Macao SARs.

The Group has a broad global customer base comprising nearly 600 airlines, 4,000 corporate and utility aircraft and helicopter operators and more than 2,000 marine customers, including 70 navies. It has energy customers in nearly 120 countries. Rolls-Royce employs around 38,000 people.