Transformations

Come join us as we take our audiences through a thoughtful examination of immigration and the diaspora of Chinese music in Vancouver. Facilitating an understanding of Vancouver's diverse identities and representing a cultural group with such presence in Vancouver, this performance will feature Canada's very first Chinese instrumental music group formed in 1989. The Vancouver Chinese Music Ensemble will be performing a history of transformation and 33 years of Chinese music in Vancouver.
The nights'… Show more repertoire will start with traditional pieces brought by immigration. The classical folk styles demand not only a mastery of technique, but also a high degree of sensitivity to evoke subtle sonorities and deep emotional expression. These songs often have poetic or philosophical associations, which will be addressed by our MC and renowned linguist Dr. Jan Walls.
Following will be a selection of rearranged works that have extracted elements from both eastern and western practices, bridging the frontiers to create new music. These traditional folk tunes continue a rich traditional heritage in one aspect, while embracing contemporary influences at the same time.
And finally, the ensemble will perform several contemporary Canadian compositions written for Chinese Instruments featuring two new Compositions by Jin Zhang, Hello Mr. Mount Seymour and Jasmine Flower. Supporting high levels of creativity in the community, the ensemble will showcase the development of cultural collaborations and global music today.
Musicians:
Ji Rong Huang Gaohu,Erhu (Chinese violin)
Jun Rong-Gaohu
Yun Song, Ge Li-Erhu
Zhong Cai Yang-Zhonghu (Chinese viola)
Charlie Lui Dizi (Chinese lute)
Gui Lian Lui-Pipa (Chinese lute)
Sarah Tan Zheng (Chinese zither)
Qing Chang-Sanxian (Chinese banjo) & Ruan (Chinese guitar)
Zhong Xi Wu-Suona (Chinese oboe) & Sheng (Chinese reed orgen)
Guest Performers:
William W.X.Fan-cello
Guitar-John Oliver
Len Pearson, Wo Liu Pan-percussions

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