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Do Not Bid Farewell—The 10th Memorial Concert of LI Tai-hsiang is an expression of the music master's lifelong dedication to music. Another significance lies in its integration with 'Dreamland and Love.' 'LI Tai-hsiang on Dreamland' is akin to Mahler's "Das Lied von der Erde," embracing gratitude for nurturing humanity and the arts. Despite battling illness for decades, he passed away peacefully in early 2014, facing the torment of Parkinson's disease and cancer. He remained resolute, never lightly abandoning his ideals, much like the additional meaning of 'On Dreamland' representing the concept of 'Musical Utopia' This concert, jointly planned by the National Centre for Traditional Arts Taiwan Music Institute and LI's family, will feature many of Maestro's moving classic songs performed by artists from different generations. Through the musical feast of composer's peak works from various periods, it will lead the audience back to romance while fondly remembering the eternal music master, LI Tai-hsiang. (Written by LIN Chien-chun, LI Tai-hsiang's daughter in law)
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\n\n10/18(Fri)-11/17(Sun)11:00-20:00
\n\n►2024 Taiwan Composer Series - LI Tai-hsiang and His Dreamland A Memorial Exhibition Honouring the 10th Farewell Anniversary
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\n\nFree Admission
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Program
\n\nThe First Chapter The Hunting
\n"The Holy Temple", The Hunting "Confrontation"
The Second Chapter The Hometown
\n"The Dark Night Falls", "The Coachman's Love", "Diu-Diu-Dang"
The Third Chapter Love
\n"Enchanted Visage", "The Olive Tree", "You Are All My Memory", "Walking In The Rain, The Karma", "Mistake", "Farewell and No Farewell", "Ever Since I Met You", "The Story of Spring", "On Sunlight Boulevard"
※The performers and presenter reserve the right to change the repertoire.
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Creative and Production Team
\n\nConductor|CHENG Li-pin
\n\nSongwriter|LI Tai- hsiang
\n\nSinger|Christine HSU, Johnny YIN, SANGPUY, Eugene LIN, LIN Chien-chun, LI I-chin
\n\nKaohsiung Symphony Orchestra
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Advisor|Ministry of Culture
\n\nCo-presenter|National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts (Weiwuying), National Center for Traditional Arts Taiwan Music Institute
\n\nCo-organiser|Arena di Avant Musica
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Artists Introduction
\n\nConductor|CHENG Li-pin
\n\nAs a conductor, CHENG learned violin and piano since childhood, and also studied traditional instruments such as Sheng and Erhu. In 1997, CHENG graduated from the National Academy of Arts majoring in violin performance, and received his master's degree in conducting from Taipei National University of the Arts in 2002. He was mentored by many maestros, including Henry MAZER, HSU Sung-jen and Felix Chiu-sen CHEN. In March 2006, he joined the masterclass of Maestro Lorin MAAZEL, where he found great validation from the maestro.
\n\nFrom 2003 to 2004, CHENG started his career as an assistant conductor with Taipei Symphony Orchestra. From 2004 to 2015 he served as the Music Director and Principal Conductor of Taipei Philharmonic Youth Orchestra. Since 2007, he has been a full-time teacher in the Department of Chinese Music of Chinese Culture University. Between 2015 and 2021 he was seconded to serve as the General Director of Taipei Chinese Orchestra, and as the Acting Director of Taipei Symphony Orchestra in 2021. CHENG has in recent years received numerous invitations as a guest conductor by both professional Chinese orchestras and symphony orchestras from Taiwan and mainland China. His outstanding artistry has also put him on the podiums at concerts in Malaysia, Hong Kong, Japan, and the United States. Moreover, CHENG has published 17 audio recordings. In 2017, CHENG was recognized with the "Best Interpretation" with Sketches of Taiwan during "The 28th Golden Melody Awards for Traditional Arts and Music"; a year later, he earned "Best Album Producer" in "The 29th Golden Melody Awards for Traditional Arts and Music" with Taiwanese Aboriginal Carnival.
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Host|Conrad HSING
\n\nConrad HSING, though a law school graduate, later transitioned into broadcasting where he excelled. He served as both program producer and host for renowned Philharmonic Radio and Goodnews Radio. His contributions were recognized with prestigious awards such as the "Radio and Television Community Development Award" from the Government Information Office and the "Broadcast Culture Award for Outstanding Cultural Programs" from the Council for Cultural Affairs. He has also judged for esteemed awards like the Golden Tripod Awards and the Broadcast Golden Bell Awards.
\n\nBeyond broadcasting, HSING frequently shares his expertise as a lecturer for various public and private enterprise groups and educational institutions. He's a sought-after participant in on-stage performances. His collaborative efforts extend to renowned entities like the Taiwan Philharmonic, Taipei Symphony Orchestra, National Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts (Weiwuying), and Evergreen Symphony Orchestra, among others. Since July 2021, he has been collaborating with the Taiwan Philharmonic as the host of a podcast program that has garnered acclaim for its depth and breadth, resonating widely with audiences.
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Singer|Christine HSU
\n\nChristine HSU, a protege of Teacher LI Tai-hsiang, holds the distinction of being the first pop singer to grace the stage of Taiwan's National Concert Hall. Revered by music critics as possessing the most exquisite voice of the century in Taiwan, her vocals evoke the picturesque beauty of the Taiwanese landscape. She reigns as a queen of music, boasting an impressive tally of 20 international and Taiwanese Awards, notably clinching the Taiwan Golden Melody Award ten times, as well as the Golden Tripod Award for Best Album.
\n\nIn the realm of film soundtracks, her talent shines brightly, earning her prestigious awards at esteemed festivals like the San Diego Film Festival in the United States and the Festival des 3 Continents in France. She has been invited to perform at the Lincoln Center in New York, as well as in Los Angeles, Singapore, Hong Kong, Macau, Shanghai, and Zhuhai. Her remarkable singing prowess captured the attention of Japanese music company Pony Canyon, leading to an invitation to release a Mandarin album and embark on a tour in Japan.
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Singer|Johnny YIN
\n\nJohnny YIN embarked on his musical journey in 1986 with the release of his debut album Misty Regrets. It has since been followed by the publication of more than ten solo albums. In recent years, he has dedicated himself to spiritual growth, engaged in charitable endeavors, and elevated his musical interpretation and vocal prowess to new heights.
\n\nKnown for his rich and resonant singing voice, YIN is a three-time recipient of the Golden Melody Award for Best Male Singer, as well as the recipient of the Golden Bell Award and the Golden Tripod Award, earning him the title of the "Three Gold Singer."
\n\nBeyond his musical accomplishments, YIN is active on the theatrical stage. In 2014, he graced the stage in a musical commemorating LI Tai-hsiang, titled The Dreamy Fallacy, portraying the role of Taiwanese music master LI Tai-hsiang himself. Since 1999, he has been producing and hosting the cultural and art TV show Yin Yuan and Friends and the music show Music with Love on Da Ai TV, renowned for their high-quality content. His accolades include the Golden Bell Award for Best Male Singer in 1988, the 1st Golden Melody Award for Best Male Singer in 1989, the 5th Golden Melody Award and the Golden Tripod Award for Best Male Singer in 1993, as well as the 6th Golden Melody Award for Best Male Singer in 1994.
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Singer|SANGPUY
\n\nSANGPUY, a young man hailing from the ancient Pinuyumayan nestled between mountains and sea in Taitung, possesses a voice both unique and blessed by ancestral spirits. When he opens his mouth to sing, his voice quiets the clamor of the world, drawing listeners into the turning of each note, echoing the ebb and flow of life itself. Through his singing, SANGPUY communicates a pure and primal essence, bridging the conversation between modern tribal youth and the ancient souls of his lineage. His music speaks of the journey of tribal youth navigating outside their hometown, striving to carve their own paths.
\n\nSANGPUY's talent has been honored with the Golden Melody Award for Best Aboriginal Singer thrice and the Best Album of the Year award twice.
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Singer|Eugene LIN
\n\nEugene LIN graduated from the Vocal Section of the Music Department at the National Taiwan Academy of Arts (now the National Taiwan University of Arts). He received training under esteemed mentors including YANG Huei-gong, CHOU Tung-fang, CHEN Rong-guang, and HSIEH Ying-tung. Formerly a full-time associate professor in the Department of Digital Multimedia Design of the Taipei City University of Science and Technology, he taught courses covering the basics of vocal pedagogy, introduction to digital music, and digital recording and editing.
\n\nLIN has participated in various musical endeavors, including the Taipei Chinese Orchestra's concert Immersion of Classical Poetry and Music, the premiere concert of YU Chang-Fa's Don't Say Goodbye to Spring, SHEN Chin-Tang's opera Fish Sword portraying Ji Guang, and YU Chang-Fa's Hakka opera Three Jade Fates portraying the protagonist Chang San-lang. Additionally, he took part in the National Taiwan Symphony Orchestra's The Night of Jiang Wen-Ye concert and served as the lead singer on LI Tai-hsiang's album Since I Met You That Time.
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Singer|LIN Chien-chun
\n\nLIN Chien-chun, a bel canto singer, is also the daughter-in-law of Taiwanese music master LI Tai-hsiang. In 2009, after receiving a public scholarship from the Ministry of Education, she pursued master's and doctoral degrees in the Music Department of Goldsmiths University, London, England, focusing on opera and contemporary music singing.
\n\nHer performance experience has extended across Europe, including the United Kingdom, Germany, France, Italy, and other countries. Upon returning to Taiwan in 2016, she received subsidies from the National Arts and Culture Foundation and the Taipei City Government Department of Cultural Affairs to host multiple solo concerts, titled From Baroque Bel Canto to Contemporary Voices series I to IV at the National Concert Hall and National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts (Weiwuying). LIN has many years of distinguished performing experience. She was appointed as a vocal lecturer at the Department of Music at the University of London, UK, and currently she teaches at the Art Department of Popular Music, Tainan University of Technology. Her album work includes serving as the lead singer in LI Tai-hsiang's album Since I Met You That Time and being the producer and lead singer of Song of Cira, as well as the soprano soloist in The Chanting Saxophone.
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Composer, Singer|LI I-chin
\n\nLI I-chin graduated from the theory and composition group of the Music Department at the National Institute of the Arts (Now Taipei National University of the Arts) in 1991, under the tutelage of LU Yen. In 2008, he passed the exam for a public scholarship from the Ministry of Education, allowing him to pursue a doctorate in composition at Goldsmiths University in London. There, he delved into avant-garde experimental music, electronic music, improvisational music, and musical theater. He was invited to perform Interlace Concerts across the UK and held the Crossing Sound series concerts, collaborating with artists from the UK, Germany, and other countries for performances and tours.
\n\nAfter university, he served as a music executive producer and arranger for his father, the renowned singer LI Tai-hsiang, as well as for prominent figures like singer CHYI Yu and director CHEN Hung-i. From 2000 onwards, he ventured into theater music, producing music for Contemporary Legend Theatre's stage shows King Lear and The Tempest directed by WU Hsing-Kuo. In 2004, LI studied electronic music composition with Professor Trevor WISHART at the TU Berlin Electronic Music Studio. Subsequently, he attended a master class with Karlheinz STOCKHAUSEN and presented electronic music and music theater works at the Darmstadt School's Music workshop. Currently, he teaches at the Art Department of Popular Music, Tainan University of Technology.
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Kaohsiung Symphony Orchestra (KSO)
\n\nWherever there is music, there is you.
\n\n- A young orchestra moving forward with determination
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Founded in 1981; officially renamed the "Kaohsiung Symphony Orchestra" (KSO) by 2000. In April 2009, the Kaohsiung Symphony Orchestra and the Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra were integrated into the 'Kaohsiung City Philharmonic Culture and Arts Foundation' with the current Kaohsiung City Deputy Mayor, SHIH Che, took up the post of the first President. The present chairperson of Foundation is WANG, Wen-Tsui, Director of Kaohsiung City's Bureau of Cultural Affairs. CHU Hung-Chang is the CEO of Foundation, and the resident conductors are YANG Chih-Chin and WU Yao-Yu.
\n\nTaking pride as the music ambassador of Kaohsiung City, the KSO has collaborated with a variety of prestigious conductors and renowned artists. The KSO strives to incorporate classical and cross-border performances into their repertoire, permeated with their unique passion. The KSO creates high-quality themes for the fans of music.
\n\nRecently, the orchestra has played a pivotal role in the Kaohsiung Spring Arts Festival and successfully established the reputation of the “Grassland Concert” and the full-scale opera productions, also frequently be invited to participate in Weiwuying Presented Programs of Weiwuying National Art and Culture Center.
\n\nOn the international stage, KSO has been successively invited to perform in the USA, Macao, Nanking, Shanghai, Qingdao, Suzhou, Singapore, and Beijing. Lately, KSO was invited to the Beethoven-themed Spring Green Music Festival in Kanazawa, Japan, as well as Hong Kong's Taiwan Culture Festival. KSO will keep taking the international-level orchestra as the goal of self-enhancement and growth, steadily stepping beyond countries and borders, and moving forward firmly.
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