A Hangzhou rock band of senior citizens, averaging over 70 years old, gains national recognition in China.

The Fenghe Band, a rock group of over 20 senior citizens with an average age of over 70, was founded in Hangzhou, China, in 2009. Band member Dong Yunrong, an 81-year-old former gymnast, started learning guitar at 64 to heal after her husband's death. The group, which includes a 90-year-old former English teacher, has gained national recognition for their rock performances, inspiring other seniors to lead fulfilling lives. The band's success highlights the growing elderly population in China, with projections suggesting over 400 million people aged 60 or above by 2035.

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