This August, Shenzhen Concert Hall's public benefit concert series will present a delightful lineup of performances, offering audiences refreshing musical afternoons.
From the "Songs of Nature" choral suite celebrating Shenzhen's landscapes to timeless Chinese and Western music, delightful vocals, the harmonica's metallic warmth, the piano's powerful resonance, and the zheng's serene plucking together will weave a rich tapestry of sound.
Beautiful Sunday
The sounds of mountains and seas
(From L) Wang Fang, Zhang Shichao and Hu Manxue. Photos courtesy of Shenzhen Concert Hall
On Aug. 17, young composer Zhang Shichao joins Wang Fang (Executive Director) and Hu Manxue (Artistic Director) of the Little Golden Tree Multi-Ethnic Children's Choir for a lecture-concert exploring "Songs of Nature," a four-part choral suite inspired by Shenzhen's lush mountains, winding trails, and vibrant wildlife — leopard cats, egrets, sperm whales, and fireflies — painted through music. Zhang composed the suite, with lyrics by Wang.
Little Gold Tree premiered the vocal suite to widespread acclaim last year. Audiences will be treated to the piece as well as "Little Garden," another song created by Zhang.
Time: 3 p.m., Aug. 17
Songs in full bloom
The SZSO Chorus.
On Aug. 24, the Shenzhen Symphony Orchestra (SZSO) Chorus, under the baton of resident conductor Luo Shenka, will perform a choral concert. Founded in June 2007, the chorus consists of graduates from prestigious conservatories from home and abroad. Regulars at SZSO's concerts, the ensemble has also toured many cities, performing with renowned conductors.
For this concert, they will perform pieces including "The Story of Spring," "The Flag Flying in the Wind," "China in the Lights," and "Under the Brilliant Sun."
Tickets: 10-30 yuan
Time: 3 p.m., Aug. 24
Afternoon Music Time
The Hong Kong Harmonica Music Centre Ensemble.
On Aug. 9, the Hong Kong Harmonica Music Centre Ensemble will perform classic melodies such as the overture to "William Tell," numbers from "The Phantom of the Opera," "The Sound of Music," and "Cats," as well as Leroy Anderson's "Blue Tango." Audiences will also enjoy playful tunes from animations like "Astro Boy" and "Doraemon." This small yet expressive instrument will paint a musical tapestry bridging East and West, classical and modern, and bring back romantic memories and childlike wonder.
Li Yi'ou (L) and Ye Qisheng.
On Aug. 16, U.S.-trained young pianists Li Yi'ou and Ye Qisheng will join their outstanding students in performing a selection of Chinese and Western classics. From the ethereal "Colorful Clouds Chasing the Moon" and the graceful "Jasmine Flower" to the exuberant "Dance of the Yi People," they will take the audience on a journey through China's diverse musical landscapes. The program also includes the works of Bach, Mozart and Chopin.
The performers for the Aug. 23 concert.
On Aug. 23, three young zheng performers — Jin Lu, Ding Ningyu, and Luo Tingli—along with their students, will present a vibrant concert, featuring "It Is Ne Zha," "The Traveler," "Green Jade Table: Lantern Festival Night," and "Fragrant Jasmine." Through grand ensembles and exquisite solos, they will sketch the magnificent panorama of Chinese music from ancient times to the present day.
Admissions to the lecture/concert and the "Afternoon Music Time" concerts are free, but tickets are required. Follow the WeChat of Shenzhen Concert Hall (ID:szyinyuet) to reserve tickets.
