Upcoming Shows
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 SongsTaiwanese 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 QuintetHakka Music for String Quartets (world premiere)James DeMars: Lake That Speaks for Native American Flute and Chamber Ensemble Aaron Copland: Two Pieces for String QuartetAmazing Grace for Native American and Chamber Ensemble Artists:Hao-Tun Teng, Yi-Ju Chen, violinJubel Chen, violaYi-Shien Lien, celloChun-Chieh Yen, pianoTBT (Taiwu Ballads Troupe)R. Carlos Nakai, Native American fluteNote: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...
Past Shows
Handel’s Messiah, featuring period instruments: the complete work in all its power and majesty!This well-loved work will be presented with Baroque instrumentalists from around the...
Enjoy GLORIA! A Holiday Concert and Singalong with North Valley Chorale.Featuring the 60-member NVC, under the direction of Eleanor Johnson, singing Vivaldi’s dazzling Gloria with superb soloists and...
North Valley Chorale presents "Peace Offerings", a tribute to our Armed Forces, with 60 voices and full orchestra. The concert takes place at Camelback Bible Church,...
The first NVC concert of the 2022-23 season celebrates the jubilant music of the season with “Holiday Joy” on Sunday December 4 at 4:00 pm,...
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