Two decades after forming the group, musicians set to celebrate with works by Beethoven, Chen Nan reports.

More than 20 years ago, three musicians in their 20s — graduates of the Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing — enjoyed spending time together as close friends. Then, during one seemingly ordinary dinner, everything changed.

On a whim, they decided to form a trio — a spontaneous spark of a musical dream was ignited around that table. No one knew if it would fade or flourish. But that impromptu decision marked the beginning of a musical journey that has now lasted for two decades.