Tag: Hutong

  • Hutong Jazz: The Music of Billie Holiday & Lester Young

    Hutong Jazz: The Music of Billie Holiday & Lester Young
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    Hutongs are an iconic feature of old Beijing. These grey-brick courtyard homes have long lost their residential appeal from lack of modern amenities like private bathrooms; instead, the narrow cobblestone alleys are packed with bars, cafés, and live music venues. The Jianghu Bar offers blues, funk, jazz, and other styles on rotating nights of the Read more