Zhang Dianying is the influential composer in the nation that has witnessed, taken part in and helped guide the development of classical music in China over the past half century. Born in 1939, Zhang is one of the earliest composers to become active in the years after the founding of the People's Republic of China, which has written over 200 works during a career spanning over 40 years. Many of his compositions remain great favorites with the music-loving public. In this episode, we'll get up close and personal with the 82-year old composer, with some of his reputed works and stories behind them.