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Lin Hai is a renowned Chinese pianist and composer celebrated for his evocative new age and world music compositions, particularly blending piano with traditional Chinese instruments like the pipa and guzheng.Born in Fujian Province, China, Lin Hai initially worked in pop music before shifting focus to instrumental and new age genres. His international breakthrough came with the critically acclaimed album 'Pipa Language' (1999), a collaboration with pipa virtuoso Jiang Tinger. He has since released numerous solo piano and ensemble albums, composed film and television scores, and become a prominent figure in contemporary Chinese instrumental music.

• Lin Hai's career began in pop music production. A pivotal moment came when he heard Jiang Tinger playing the pipa; he was captivated by the instrument's sound, leading him to conceive the groundbreaking 'Pipa Language' album.
• The album 'Pipa Language' was a massive success, not only critically acclaimed but also achieving significant commercial sales in Taiwan. It became a landmark work in modern Chinese instrumental music.
• A significant portion of his work explores the dialogue between the Western piano and traditional Chinese instruments like the pipa and guzheng, creating a unique and accessible fusion sound.
• His compositions, such as 'The Moon on the Fingertips', 'A Long Night', and 'Faraway', are immensely popular in China and frequently used in film, TV dramas, and as background music.