Program Description:
Celebrating “America250” and Taiwanese American Heritage Week, Taiwan Philharmonic proudly presents "From Formosa," a premier cultural diplomacy tour showcasing Taiwan’s rich musical tapestry. Led by Concertmaster Hao-Tun Teng and an elite chamber ensemble, the performance features acclaimed pianist Chun-Chieh Yen and the soulful voices of the TBT (Taiwu Ballads Troupe).
The program weaves together Tyzen Hsiao’s Aboriginal Suite, contemporary Hakka works, and a world premiere by Ke-Chia Chen. In a heartfelt tribute to the land, the Phoenix performance features a special collaboration with the legendary Native American flutist, R. Carlos Nakai.
Beyond the stage, the event joins forces with the Taiwanese Pop-up Fair to offer an immersive Taiwanese lifestyle experience. From ancient indigenous chants to modern chamber music, this celebration showcases Taiwan’s artistic excellence while building a bridge of deep friendship and intercultural dialogue between Taiwan and the United States.
Program:
Taiwanese Indigenous Polyphonic Songs
Taiwanese Indigenous Music for String Quartet & Chorus (arr. by Ting-Chuan Chen)
Ke-Chia Chen: Commissioned Work of Taiwanese Indigenous for Piano Quintet (world premiere)
Tyzen Hsiao: The Highlander’s Suite for Piano Quintet
Hakka Music for String Quartets (world premiere)
James DeMars: Lake That Speaks for Native American Flute and Chamber Ensemble
Aaron Copland: Two Pieces for String Quartet
Amazing Grace for Native American and Chamber Ensemble
Artists:
Hao-Tun Teng, Yi-Ju Chen, violin
Jubel Chen, viola
Yi-Shien Lien, cello
Chun-Chieh Yen, piano
TBT (Taiwu Ballads Troupe)
R. Carlos Nakai, Native American flute
Note:
14:00: Doors Open (Taiwanese Pop-up Fair starts in the church lobby)
15:00: Concert Starts
** Each ticket can be exchanged for $10 worth of market merchandise.**
- Supervised by: Council of Indigenous Peoples; Hakka Affairs Council
- Sponsored by: TSMC Education & Culture Foundation
- Event sponsored by: I-MEI Culture and Education Foundation
- Event Partner: National Cultural Association of Taiwan
- Special thanks: UUINJIU ZHEN NAN
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