An American Teenager Soars In Chinese Opera

February 16, 2012

An American Teenager Soars In Chinese Opera

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Tyler Thompson attends the Oakland School for the Arts. He's been learning Chinese since he was young and now can sing complex roles and often is invited to perform for Chinese officials. See Tyler sing Chinese Opera.

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February 16, 2012