Abigail Washburn: Building US-China relations ... by banjo

The speaker initially planned to study law in China to improve U.S.-China relations but was captivated by the banjo's sound at a party. This led to a journey through Appalachia, learning American songs, and eventually a music career in Nashville. The speaker highlights music's power to connect cultures, sharing experiences of performing in the U.S. and China, and the emotional impact of music, such as a touching moment with a child in Sichuan. The speaker concludes that U.S.-China relations need more cultural connections rather than another lawyer.

How does the speaker illustrate the power of music to connect cultures?

What emotional experience did the speaker have while singing for children in Sichuan Province?

In what way does the speaker conclude her thoughts on U.S.-China relations?