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In this program, the ethereal voice of Buren Bayaer (a legendary Inner Mongolian singer), along with the images of yurts and running horses, brings the audience to an otherworldly setting of Inner Mongolia. Inner Mongolians, in general, are known to excel at horse riding, and the span of the great plain has cultivated the openness and strength in this ethnic group and nurtured their vigorous, bold, and energetic dances. Distinguished Inner Mongolian dancers Dun E Er and Si Qin Hua demonstrate traditional Mongolian Horse Dance, Chopstick Dance, and Bowl Dance, each showcasing the remarkable physical dexterity and celebratory spirit of Mongolian culture. It features "Leaping Horses," choreographed by MA Yue of China Central University for Nationalities, a contemporary stage dance presentation inspired by Mongolian horse dance tradition. An interview with MA Yue provides an insight into the conceptual and artistic choices made in the creation of this dance piece, revealing how ancient folk traditions can be reimagined for the modern stage while preserving their essential vitality and cultural significance.