Taiwan Philharmonic plans Russian surprise
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With their last visit well-received in Shanghai three years ago, members of the Taiwan Philharmonic are looking forward to performing in the city again during the Shanghai International Arts Festival.
“Shanghai is definitely a stage we have always believed we would return to,” says Joyce Chiou, executive director of Taipei Philharmonic. “It is not only about interacting with the audiences who understand and appreciate our music, but using art to bridge the gap between people across the Taiwan Strait.”
Conducted by Lu Shao-Chia, the orchestra will perform at Shanghai Symphony Hall on November 3. Well-known Taiwan violinist Lin Cho-Liang will also be on hand.
Apart from Tchaikovsky’s “Violin Concerto in D major” and Rachmaninoff’s “Symphony No. 2 in E minor,” the orchestra will play American composer Huang Ruo’s latest work, “Becoming Another.”
Chinese elements such as Kunqu Opera can be found in “Becoming Another,” as the composition was inspired by a traditional Chinese world view written in “Huangdi Sijing” (“Four Classics of the Yellow Emperor”). The world view is based on the interaction and transformation of yin and yang energy.
Established in 1986, Taipei Philharmonic is known for its German School characteristics. Its first three artistic directors, including Lu, are from the German School. With more than 60 percent of its members being female, the orchestra is often praised for its exquisite interpretations and transparent voice.
Rachmaninoff’s “Symphony No. 2 in E minor” was considered one of the orchestra’s signature programs, according to executive director Chiou.
“I know the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra does excellent interpretations of Russian works, but I hope spectators will appreciate a different interpretation,” Chiou says.
The orchestra will also stage an outdoor concert at Shanghai City Lawn on November 4 as part of the “Art Space Series.” The concert is free although online reservations are required.
Since the Shanghai International Arts Festival and Taipei Art Festival signed a cooperation agreement back in 2012, a number of Taiwanese artists and groups have performed in Shanghai, says Liu Wenguo, artistic director of the Shanghai International Arts Festival.
The two festivals have also jointly commissioned “Taipei People in Shanghai,” a play that will premiere in the city next year.
Date: November 3, 8pm
Venue: Shanghai Symphony Hall
Address: 1380 Fuxing Rd M.
Tickets: 80-580 yuan
Tel: 400-8210-522, 962-388
Date: November 4, 7pm
Venue: Shanghai Urban Lawn
Address: 523 Yan’an Rd W.
Tickets: Free (Reservations can be made at http://item.damai.cn/86651.html.)
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