79381420https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=1D09D72E44E8D43A2018/12/12 Dances on the String2018/12/12  Wed 19:30    Guangfu Auditorium Introduction Revel in exotic Russian music and Taiwanese folk songs over a cup of coffee Americano: 1) piano trios written by Russian composer Arensky in memory of his cellist friend; 2) jazzy café music in early 20th America; and 3) Taiwanese folk oldies. Just like coffee, music in different eras has different flavors and colors.  [][][{"title":"Dances on the String","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938142/93d41749-3891-4f4f-bfb0-422c06275342.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79381330https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=0252D1F8E9A4C4A32018/12/9 Trio Tant-Mieux2018/12/9  Sun 14:30    Guangfu Auditorium Introduction Various characteristics of music are selected in the concert, many classic trio repertoires are transcribed for flute, saxophone and piano, such special combination of chamber music to create unexpected marvelous possibility. [][][{"title":"Trio Tant Mieux","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938133/b8193044-2c96-47ac-8009-8c0f3d5b43c8.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79381190https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=74E62B46F07F4D382018/12/9 Young Talents VII2018/12/9  Sun 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium Introduction TCO Children Orchestra has been committed to innovation and discovery of new talents. Over the years, the intensive practice routines have contributed to excellent orchestra which can deliver flawless performances. Four rising musicians selected through a tough audition will perform in the concert. Composer Lin Xin-pin was commissioned to write brand new pieces for them and this is the world premiere of the said piece of music. As showcase of the musicianship of TCO Children Orchestra, this is an event you do not want to miss.  [][][{"title":"Young Talents","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938119/85dd96df-2df0-41eb-ad97-2facb23949ab.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79381160https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=139C0E82069BB4832018/12/8 Flamenco International in Taipei, 20182018/12/8  Sat 13:30    Guangfu Auditorium Introduction Professor Flor de Loto (Chin Sien Nee Hsu) is going to launch a new masterpiece “Cantiña” in 2018. She has specially designed the Bata de cola in unique costume to allow the dancer’s figure to be highlighted in a peacock-like posture to blend perfectly with the musical melodies, which particularly demonstrate the beauty and artistic conception of poetry! [][][{"title":"Flamenco International in Taipei","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938116/cf3ba3f0-563c-4cad-9226-11f808bd377d.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79381080https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=7F77D2D3627CE41A2018/12/8 Mountain and Sea2018/12/8  Sat 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction “The sun rises from the mountains where rivers run. The sun and the moon shine above people and the world we live in. The world is so beautiful but so fleeting; only the mountains and rivers are everlasting.” Such are the beauty, the truth and the serenity of the spectacular view. Peng Fei, China’s rising star in conducting, is in Taiwan with Duan Aiai and Qian Jun, the principal erhu and Chinese flute players, respectively, of Shanghai Chinese Orchestra. Their performance will be accompanied by the Taipei Chinese Orchestra. Together they will present a banquet for the soul through the potrayal of beautiful scenery of mountains and rivers.  [][][{"title":"Mountain and Sea","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938108/ec3de6fa-3074-44c7-a986-69d82a769898.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79381040https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=EF39A6C995ADE9DD2018/12/7 the Performance of Choir and Brass Instruments2018/12/7  Fri 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction The angelic sounds of the choir please the ears, the inspirational melody of bass instruments is bright and stunning. What becomes of the dialogue between the two? Anton Bruckner is widely recognized as accomplished and creative symphony composer of the romantic period but few are aware that he was a pious Christian. He has produced over 150 choir pieces during his time, most of which are hymns. This convert allows the audience to experience the magnificent results of combining choir with brass instrument as well as the delicate relationship created by complementing each other.    [][][{"title":"the Performance of Choir and Brass Instruments","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938104/e4b95194-500d-4638-828b-30b74c817a69.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380960https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=EAA7ECF50A4A7B432018/12/6 Zhong-Aheng High School, Fuxing Senior High School joint Concert2018/12/6  Thu 19:00  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction There is an old saying that goes, “Meet friends in the name of literature”. Along these lines, the joint concert of Zhong-Zheng High School and Fu-Xing Senior High School is the quintessential model for, “Meet friends in the name of music”. Within these two conservatories, these young new musicians have been cultivated in the classics for many years. Molded by the abundant inspiration offered by the two schools, these students have become well acquainted with each other, and now cherish each other, thereby becoming an incredibly splendid philharmonic ensemble in Taiwan’s musical culture and in the world. The two schools’ 2018 joint concert is not only going to surprise you with their creative interpretations of classical music, but will also take you on a miraculous musical adventure that will be conducted by the two schools’ hearty young musicians.    [][][{"title":"Zhong-Aheng High School, Fuxing Senior High School joint Concert","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938096/b6b04327-3f02-4b2b-9545-8a838d78d9a2.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380940https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=57400494622108402018/12/4 2018 HUNG HSIAO CHIAO’s “Journey of Folk Songs” Concert2018/12/4  Tue 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Hung Hsiao Chiao, the one who initiated the golden age of folk songs. Not only did she create classics such as: Journey of Love, You Said Before, Linger, and My Songs, etc., she is now going to take the audience on a journey through the age of folk songs with her own life experiences. Integrating folk songs from the U.K., Israel, Japan, Korea, and so on, she establishes an unbreakable connection between Chinese culture and the rest of the world, creating a “once in a lifetime” music feast.  [][][{"title":"Journey of Folk Songs","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938094/01b7c3d7-ab1e-458b-b00f-54522d60785b.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380900https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=798D253DFB33D4162018/12/2 Agile Spain2018/12/2  Sun 14:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Musicians from all around gather to honor Euterpe. Enjoy the music from rising flute talents. Amazing tone painting, music and dance, Spanish vibe.    [][][{"title":"Agile Spai","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938090/25b235e2-1c18-4738-99c0-3dcf6ca3d90a.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380770https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=4C7631CBDE9FE5302018/11/30 Junior High School Joint Music Concert2018/11/30  Fri 19:00  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Music Class of Ren Ai Junior High School and Nan Men Junior High School This concert is brought to you by the talents of Ren Ai and Nan Men Junior High School music class. Performance content is diverse, which includes concerto and orchestra performance methods and portrays brightly light hope.    [][][{"title":"Junior High School Joint Music Concert","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938077/b980fb02-4aad-4f7c-ac05-17ebf4bfdf65.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380860https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=606F0155E6667A7C2018/12/1 The Night of the Prairie2018/12/1  Sat 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Thousands of horses scamper across the broad grassland, free from both physical and mental restrain. The high voices of the nomads and the cold ringing of the Morin khuur, perfectly portray the unrestrained culture of wild. Combine that with the unique call of Mongolia, its as if the historical poems! This is a grassland concert from the north, transcending space and time. Listen to the sounds of the land and enjoy the daily culture of the grassland nomads.  [][][{"title":"The Night of the Prairie","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938086/c7136c4e-2f8b-4c98-b4dc-56dcfb4fc323.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380750https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=E94EDD011C8D447D2018/11/25 Youthful Abandon2018/11/25  Sun 14:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction It can be the flute playing at the rise of dawn, continuously improvement of ruan playing skills or the well-knit ringing of the erhu, these are what contribute to the lively and energetic appearance that we want to portray and the result of our joint music performance. This year, Taipei’s National Youths Band performs Lu Liang Hui’s “The Expression of Youth”, clearly displaying the band’s passion, vitality and unique performance style!    [][][{"title":"Youthful Abando","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938075/22b9664b-1da3-442a-b08e-d2095fd1ddb2.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380730https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=F72E21A74FB9971A2018/11/24 Rising Stars of the Joyous Night2018/11/24 Sat 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Art filled sky, a night filled with joyous harmony, individual stars act as guardians to true beauty classics. Sonata, graceful singing, percussion, symphony… when the stars rise, the musical sky opens a new chapter.  [][][{"title":"Rising Stars of the Joyous Night","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938073/2b7d0153-27f1-437a-b041-a3e3140e8d51.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380700https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=2D73347C76FA43F32018/11/21 Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio—Opera Saloon Concert2018/11/21 Wed 19:30    Guangfu Auditorium   Introduction The Taipei Philharmonic Opera Studio music director Chiu Jun Chiang has once again led excellent singers in bringing “Rigoletto”, “Die Fledermaus”, “Carmen”, “The Marriage of Figaro”, “Der Rosenkavalier” back to life. The saloon concert form lets the audience personally experience the appeal of operas.  [][][{"title":"Opera Saloon Concert","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938070/e7ea907a-1600-46b1-9c83-3556bae2e556.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380630https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=15A2F57EE8DA5A642018/11/17-18 Vienna Royal Prom2018/11/17-18    Guangfu Auditorium   Introduction [Vienna Royal Prom], revitalizes the tale of the events the occurred during the prom of one of the most prominent families in Austria - House of Habsburg. The style and taste of the Vienna royalty is brought to Taipei and elegantly fused into the a cross-culture display at the Zhongshan Hall. It will be the most anticipated banquet of this coming winter.    [][][{"title":"Vienna Royal Prom","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938063/721f9119-3c4c-4a3a-a81e-4811cf17ab2e.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380590https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=4B6D77CA5F12BCF52018/11/17-18 Toward the Republic2018/11/17-18   ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction This performance is not only a musical theatre for children but also a fable story for adults. The director adopts “vision as the means to portray music” as the main performance direction. Instructor Huang Lian Yu is the dedicated narrator of (Farm Owner). The four main characters (cow, dog, cat, chicken) don’t speak (lines) and instead use music to express their thoughts and ideas. The rest of the characters use simplistic lines to advance the story. Music was placed within the plays most important elements.  [][][{"title":"Toward the Republic","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938059/6499e6fa-a633-4284-ae9a-42ab2c8dffb0.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380580https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=72F39EC62CEF81132018/11/10 2018 NTNU Smphony Orchestra2018/11/10  Sat 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction The Department of Music, Taiwan Normal University holds one performance per semester on a regular basis. This concert has invited visiting professor and pianist Daming Zhu to play alongside the orchestra students in performing the Sergei Rachmaninoff’s piano concerto No. 3. The department’s orchestra will also perform Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4. An exciting experience awaits!  [][][{"title":"2018 NTNU Symphony Orchestra","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938058/927822ae-13d7-4802-bd9b-d455651ae3e8.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380570https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=B3AAF543D4352AE52018/11/9 Chorus Enthusiasts Won't Get Old2018/11/9  Fri 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction There is saying of "singing is good for health" on the Internet. Also a saying that chorus is even better because there is more sense of belonging. Come old, how they indulge in the chorus and keep their mind and body young. Many beautiful songs with different styles ensure that you won't doze.  [][][{"title":"Chorus Enthusiasts Won't Get Old","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938057/164b0114-4fdd-474f-967a-f8e98e89b126.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380560https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=AB45960AF3D38FA62018/11/8 Kuang Ching Chorus 38th Performance2018/11/8  Thu 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Lamenting is a long and lonely process. If lament sentiments can be transformed into sincere blessing, the road ahead will remain bright. Kuang Ching Chorus is the nation’s first established chorus consisting of individuals with disabilities and received numerous international awards. Annual performances include carefully selected classics, both domestic and foreign. In the recent years, the chorus has even performed many Hakka folklore and promoted Hakka culture. As with our previous events we insist on inviting under-privileged performers and sincerely invite friends from all around to come enjoy this performance.  [][][{"title":"Kuang Ching Chorus 38th Performance","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938056/9cc3caff-9bbd-427b-acdc-867dca9ac845.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380530https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=C0724EEF9C9C03EB2018/11/6 Ministry of National Defense Symphony Orchestra2018/11/6  Tue 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction 2018 In-service Expertise Orchestra Music Concert The MND Symphony Orchestra's daily responsibilities include ceremonial performances, foreign visits, state banquets and other major celebrations. Aside from official responsibilities, instructing professors have been employed to form orchestra, percussion and quartet music bands, thereby displaying diverse performance and enhancing music proficiency.  [][][{"title":"Ministry of National Defense Symphony Orchestra","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938053/ab2c7c8d-d941-4fe0-a69d-08e43dccd93d.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380510https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=709AFAFE0D641B2B2018/11/5 Hear O Hear, Lend us thine Ear2018/11/5  Mon 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction NTU Alumni Chorus 2018 Concert    [][][{"title":"Hear O Hear Lend us thine Ear","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938051/ca96573c-605a-4d09-8f3e-0ec54b72ad6a.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79380470https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=5F7228F7A21720FD2018/11/3 ¡Hola! Hello! Taipei2018/11/3  Sat 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Madrid Twin City Ensemble Exhibition IV—TCO Chorus Concert   Since 2015 TCO choir has managed to connect Taipei and with major cities around the globe through music performances and promoted culture exchange. This year, the TCO choir has arrived in Madrid and will deliver performances consisting of hymns, folk music, artistic songs and the classics. This intricate performance of many styles will shorten the distance between cultures and provide the audience with a whole new perspective.    [][][{"title":"Hola Hello Taipei","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938047/28a227c6-3483-4073-8d5a-5acd0ebe1e3c.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79340240https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=7E67D31F144BAB5D2018/10/30 2018 Melodious Music of the Native Tunes2018/10/30  Tue 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Native Tune Chinese Orchestra was established in 2001, launched by Ms. Hsu, Ray to promote the beautiful Hakka music and culture. In addition to the performance of Hakka music, it also plays the traditional Chinese music, not only to preserve the essence of the traditional music, but also to create new directions for the former, striving to find different facets of the development of traditional music.    [][][{"title":"2018 Melodious Music of the Native Tunes","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7934024/745ee395-3999-40e6-b862-f3f539658d68.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79319260https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=3F41C1391CF90CA42018/10/29 Taiwan New Cultural Movement Concert2018/10/29 Mon 19:30  GuangfuAuditorium   Introduction The Taipei Philharmonic Foundation for Culture and Education has held the "HARMONY Chorus Concert" every year for many years, having different domestic choirs to perform and exchange with each other. 3 to 4 choirs are invited together in each session to perform together, not only allowing them to communicate with each other, but also assisting new-formed groups or elder choirs who have not been able to perform a complete live performance, to have a formal performance opportunity. This will enhance the training effect and achieve the purpose of exchange and assistance.  [][][{"title":"2018 HARMONY Chorus Concert","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7931926/0e448b26-f7f9-4cc0-91d3-543f5da2b3bf.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79381450https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=FF58588BE64B55C62018/12/13 Wie Schön den Wintersträume2018/12/13  Thu 19:30    Guangfu Auditorium   Introduction At the beginning of winter this year, the well-known tromboneist, Prof. Tsai Chia Jung and pianist Tsai Hsueh-min will interpret the trombone chamber music works from Europe and America for Taipei's audiences. They will redeconstruct our memory of brass music with brilliantly harmonic colors. The wonderful and versatile style, which is based on the modern style of the past, will be carried out in the "interpretive speeches concert mode" of both sense and sensibility.  [][][{"title":"Wie Schön den Wintersträume","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7938145/4cf36067-a529-431b-afa8-afca6e5aaadf.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79340180https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=6B334160BC65AF862018/10/28 Heroine2018/10/28  Sun 14:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Hua Mulan, Mu Guiying, Yang Guifei, and Yu Ji, two heroines and two peerless beauties, are eternal in the texts and immortal in the operas for thousands of years. Guan Yuzhong, Gu Guanren, Lu Lianghui, and Zhu Yi wrote four powerful narrative songs for them and the TCO Teachers Orchestra will present the classics for you.  [][][{"title":"Heroine","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7934018/707094ec-3280-4e56-82ff-21374f179da5.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79340140https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=5D74D81EE7775A192018/10/27 Gilbert Varga and Anne-Marie McDermott2018/10/27  Sat 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Taipei Chinese Orchestra, which will go to the Carnegie Hall in the United States to hold a special concert, is the first national orchestra in Taiwan to perform at the Carnegie Hall. This glory has to be shared. Chen Libin, the winner of the Best Interpretation Conductor of the Golden Melody Awards for Traditional Arts and Music and the winners of 2018 Taipei Chinese Instrumental Competition, Yang Jing and Wang Kai-han will hand the glory for you before their departure.  [][][{"title":"Carnegie's Glory","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7934014/97e926af-4b5e-4984-bd4a-937649560c7d.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79340020https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=307B619F43649B7B2018/10/26 Gilbert Varga and Anne-Marie McDermott2018/10/26  Fri 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction As soon as Gilert Varga steps on the stage, he can always fully reveal his power. All the praises that he get are usually the magic that he has that allows the orchestra to play rich colors and emotions. Varga is known for his delicate and elegant conducting skills. He often performs as a conductor or guest conductor with many important orchestras around the world. Since 2013, he has served as the chief conductor of the Taipei Symphony Orchestra.  [][][{"title":"Gilbert Varga and Anne-Marie McDermott","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7934002/f2b781d0-d52a-460f-b590-ab5605560aaa.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79319500https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=73CB1F6F718CEDDD2018/10/22 2018 Taiwan International Vocal Festival2018/10/22  19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction ALTI & BASSI from Italy and O KAI SINGERS from Taiwan are pioneers at the frontier of alternative sound. They command the stage with energy and with instant classics that meld jazz and pop to herald a new sonic future.    [][][{"title":"2018 Taiwan International Vocal Festival","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7931950/c6acaf63-e988-4f45-91e6-ce32bc079109.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79319430https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=75297226D82892752018/10/19～21 2018 Taiwan Creativity Week2018/10/19～21     GuangfuAuditorium   Introduction Taiwan Creativity Week is the official annual event in Taiwan for the World biggest and most prominent creativity festival Cannes Lions, the Festival of Creativity. Being the only event in Taiwan authorized using Cannes Lions content, Taiwan Creativity Week 2018 Edition will invite again more than 35 speakers from various creative agencies from Taiwan and from around the world, and will be showing talks, live events, subtitled Cannes Lions 2018 content. Not to miss if you are interested in using your creativity to make the world a better place.  [][][{"title":"2018 Taiwan Creativity Week","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7931943/770433d5-48ac-4120-b699-180e67e177fe.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79319400https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=C6163D2172AC53E72018/10/19～21 The Beauty Who Ruled2018/10/13～21  19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction In the last year of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the state was portioned by the different leaders which finally became the Three Kingdoms. In the historical novel of the Three Kingdoms, it is often mentioned that men use their minds in order to get the world and power; but what if it was not about the men, but because of a woman? Was the beautiful Diaochan just a tribute, just a chess piece?  [][][{"title":"The Beauty Who Ruled","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7931940/7bbb41f8-8a2b-49f0-9d89-990f77820c2c.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79319370https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=8E9716650D5CE6CF2018/10/13 Future ING! To Meet the Better Yourself2018/10/13  Sat 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction This concert will demonstrate the social music program executed by Kairos in the world and the achievement of its work in Nanao, Yilan County. The program starts from the starry sky of Nanao and includes the original works with aboriginal music, digital technology and the spirits of international exchanges. It will create a better future for the community through the inspiration of performing arts.  [][][{"title":"Future ING To Meet the Better Yourself","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7931937/093e6011-b58e-486d-b679-f75592e5d94d.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79261040https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=8AFC0C96F6D050AC2018/10/6 Taiwan New Cultural Movement Concert2018/10/6 Sat 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction The melody and vocal range of the tenor Fernando Wang is wide and rare. His vast and bright vocal as well as the vitality of his singing make it pleasing to the play the lyric roles. He is also committed to the study of German and French art songs and the expansion of Bel Canto. The soprano Yun-Hsuan Tsai was often invited by several French music houses to hold vocal performances and chamber music performances, always ending with outstanding feedback.  [][][{"title":"Taiwan New Cultural Movement Concert","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7926104/4c3daf96-7e3a-4e8e-8b7c-93302cba6f7b.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79261030https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=D4A2E39412ABBE312018/10/4 Opera Night of Joy and Grief2018/10/4 Thu 19:30 ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction This show features a selection of operas. The first half will be dominated by works from the 18th and 19th centuries, such as Verdi's "La Traviata", Borodin's "Polovtsian Dances", Rossini's "Serbian Hairdresser", and John Strauss II's "Bat Overture". In the second half, the famous domestic trombone player Tsai Yiwen and MSCO are invited to perform the imaginative "Color Concerto" and the musical interpretation of Shakespeare's classic literary work "Romeo and Juliet".  [][][{"title":"Opera Night of Joy and Grief","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7926103/f1ab7807-6238-4016-afd1-54d040b96557.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79261000https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=5DC690B5C0A02A3D2018/10/3 TCS Funfest2018/10/3 Wed 19:30 ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Based on the idea of sharing the fun, the 2018 "TCS Funfest" is a collaboration of TCS affiliated groups with Shinshinchorus. With a variety of rich tracks and distinctive performances, they will lead the audience to enjoy a marvelous journey between time and beautiful cultures, sharing the energy and passion of the chorus members when pursuing the exquisiteness of arts.  [][][{"title":"TCS Funfest","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7926100/f0067362-c762-4c39-aa99-ddfc9b0f1947.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79188440https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=9858CF8051CA9B672018/9/29 2018 Taipei Poetry Festival Poetry Performances2018/9/29 Sat 19:30 ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Poetry is like music. Both are excitable, visible, sociable, regrettable. Music producer Chang Jui-chuan is going to reinterpret poems of social observation, nature writing, and cultural/gender identification created by poets from Hong Kong and Taiwan, in the languages including Taiwanese, Mandarin, Pangcah, English, Cantonese, and Tibetan, and with music styles ranging from electronic music, hip hop, folk, and other sounds, to take the stage along with international poets.  [][][{"title":"2018 Taipei Poetry Festival Poetry Performance","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7918844/bd197022-2685-4a4d-8520-371e290e12fa.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79188430https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=4EF87CDD37368CBC2018/9/27 NTU & University of Stuttgart Symphony Concert2018/9/27 Thu 19:30 Guangfu Auditorium   Introduction The National Taiwan University Symphony Orchestra and Academic Orchestra of the University of Stuttgart are composed by students from various departments of the schools. In addition to the regular concerts, there are also various domestic and international tours. With music as the medium, they have established a close sense of belonging through the pursuit and resonance of the fine art. This year marks the 90th anniversary of the founding of the National Taiwan University, and the coming Mid-autumn Festival is also a time of alumni reunion. The beautiful music is a chapter of friendship for young students and a feast for the music enthusiasts.   Performers NTU Symphony Orchestra University of Stuttgart Academy Orchestra Wen-chen Chuang、Veronika Stoertzenbach Elene Meipariani   Repertoire Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky: Symphony No.5 Sergei Sergeyevich Prokofiev: Violin Concerto No.1 Felix Mendelssohn: Symphony No.4    [][][{"title":"NTU University of Stuttgart Symphony Concert","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7918843/1bbccdb5-c3a9-4a62-9e76-a1fbee665792.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79166000https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=FB251B539E961E4A2018/9/23 TCSO Moon Festival Gala Concert2018/9/23 Sun 19:30 ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction You are invited to a special gala concert on the Moon Festival eve, presented by Taipei Civic Symphony Orchestra. The program will include famous Chinese nostalgic songs, light classic music, romantic pieces, or even the medley form Louis Armstrong.  [][][{"title":"TCSO Moon Festival Gala Concert","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916600/e27646cd-0315-44fb-b00f-f5571573f648.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79165970https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=AFF76784B50946092018/9/22 2018 mmf mini2018/9/22 Sat 14:30,19:00 Guangfu Auditorium   Introduction This year's mini-edition of the Migration Music Festival focuses on new generation folk music. Performers include Silampukau, an innovative Indonesian duo who sing about urban life in the city of Surabaya in East Java; Huang Wei-jie, a highly acclaimed, up-and-coming Hakka singersongwriter whose songs touch upon the rapid changes of rural life in southern Taiwan; and the Muddy Basin Ramblers, a collective of Taipeibased musicians from the US and the UK, who play original blues and folk roots music inspired by their adopted home of Taiwan.  [][][{"title":"2018 mmf mini","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916597/71a4288e-376d-4841-afc2-589edb322b40.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79165940https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=97686A41A7AA9FE72018/9/22 Rhapsody2018/9/22 Sat 19:30 ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction In recent years, Liu Sha, who is known as the "amphibious conductor" across China and the West, is good at Western 20th century music and Chinese contemporary music. He has sight-read and premiered more than thousands of folk orchestra works. This time, he and two outstanding young performers, Tang Feng and Yuan Ke, of the China National Traditional Orchestra will give us the most popular large concerto of the contemporary era.    [][][{"title":"Rhapsody","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916594/3ffddb59-f6fe-4642-ba92-191c249b0a63.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79165920https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=3A2FA403A00D51422018/9/19 Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra 20182018/9/19 Wed 14:30,19:30 ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction The gentle spirit and ethereal beauty of Chinese music meet the precision and power of the Western symphony orchestra. Two extraordinary traditions come together. Shen Yun's all-original music draws inspiration from China's 5,000 years of civilization—with its rich array of dynasties and peoples—and breathes new life into themes and musical styles from ancient times. Classical works from the European tradition complement each concert. Unique to the orchestra is its artistic vision of cultural renewal—through works unfailingly positive, bright, and beautiful.  [][][{"title":"Shen Yun Symphony Orchestra 2018","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916592/41fe3606-57b3-4849-b292-9aa7c52e8764.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79165850https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=BE492427224D1C232018/9/18 Academia Sinica Chorus Concert 20182018/9/18 Tue 19:30 ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction In this concert, AS Chorus will sing a jazz ensemble Gospel Mass and the famous Swedish pop group ABBA's suite of Forever. It will also sing the famous ancient Spanish poet Amor de mi alma, the newly arranged Taiwan's old song, and the contemporary poet Chiang Hsun's "Vow" and some English, Taiwanese and Hakka songs.    [][][{"title":"Academia Sinica Chorus Concert 2018","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916585/0741c8dd-d9fd-4f92-a75c-7a741d257734.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79165820https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=C02244460D5EF4C62018/9/16 Concert for Wheelchair Users2018/9/16 Sun 15:00 Guangfu Auditorium   Introduction In order to let the wheelchair family to enjoy the performance, the cellist Zhang Zheng-Jie has initiated a wheelchair music concert since 2013. Every performance is highly anticipated. This year, the "Challenge Limit" will be launched in which the musicians are invited by the cellist Zhang Zheng-Jie to accept the challenge by showing their supreme skills. Let the wheelchair family enjoy a rich and interesting afternoon.  [][][{"title":"Concert for Wheelchair Users","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916582/2cd2dac0-e461-41ab-920e-253372748a2b.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79165770https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=B991CADACCAD0C7C2018/9/15 2018 Mid-autumn Festival Sans Self Tea Gathering2018/9/15 Sat 18:00 ZhongZheng Hall Square   Introduction The purpose of Sans Self Tea Gathering: To promote the spirit of tea ceremony, international cultural exchanges, the development of the tea industry, family ethical relations, and social harmony and beauty. It is a sharing-activity where everyone makes tea, serves tea, and drinks tea. The event is as follows: To organize or form a large-scale international tea gathering every two years, hold the World Tea Day in each region in May each year, and hold a Mid-Autumn Festival Sans Self Tea Gathering before the Mid-Autumn Festival where everyone can enjoy a sweet evening event with the reunion of people under the moonlight. Everyone is welcomed to drink tea.    [][][{"title":"2018 Mid-autumn Festival Sans Self Tea Gatheri","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916577/cd561aad-3713-4dfd-bd74-5700d009626b.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79165730https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=43E3804AABE45FFD2018/9/14 No Cessation for Ancient Melodies2018/9/14 Fri 19:30 ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction One of the Good Friends Concert Series of Taiwan Philharmonic Chinese Orchestra, "No Cessation for Ancient Melodies", graciously invites Professor Fang Qiong from Shanghai Conservatory of Music together with its female choir and Chinese Music Chamber, vocalist Chen Jia Puo, Chinese Guqin artist Lu Xiao Zi and Taiwanese Guzheng artist, Yeh Juan Reng to elaborate the permanent legacy of Chinese music classics by restaging the concert, "No Cessation for Ancient Melodies".    [][][{"title":"No Cessation for Ancient Melodies","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916573/04fe9bdd-9521-4712-a324-a872c0037691.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79165700https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=5F5100996B04CC7D2018/9/13 The 40th Anniversary of Master of Ventriloquism Vent Teng's Entertainment Career2018/9/13 Thu 19:30 ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction "Wild chrysanthemums, wild chrysanthemums, a wild chrysanthemum blossomed in the autumn wind...", a work named "The Autumn Chrysanthemums" co-produced by Vent Teng and Calvin Teng in 1976. Folk Quartet was formed in 1978 and became famous with "The Autumn Chrysanthemums". In commemoration of the 40th anniversary of Vent Teng’s entertainment career, this show is exclusively organized to present ventriloquism as well as the beautiful and harmonious Taiwanese folk songs, Mandarin songs, and world-famous songs!    [][][{"title":"The 40th Anniversary of Master of Ventriloquism Vent Teng's Entertainment Career","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916570/349b8055-dc7b-46f0-bee1-d5ee66ae3c49.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79165660https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=1C3832848029FB202018/9/8～9 Noise Assembly2018/9/8～9 Guangfu Auditorium   Introduction Asian Meeting Festival (AMF) collaborates with the Taipei Arts Festival to present Noise Assembly. Over 2 days, Noise Assembly will feature innovative and experimental musicians throughout Asia that push boundaries of music and blur the borders between the traditional and the contemporary. A total of 10 Taiwanese musicians and 5 Southeast Asian musicians will join AMF Directors Otomo Yoshihide, dj sniff, and Yuen Chee Wai for a 2-night performance at the Guangfu Auditorium. As in previous editions of AMF, the performance space will be reconfigured and transformed each night to create a unique listening experience. The musical program will include multiple constellations of performances by musicians working together in various sizes of groupings from small ensembles to A large-scale noise orchestra.  [][][{"title":"Noise Assembly","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916566/baf51bd1-7c13-4461-a983-2a5a933ea131.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79165640https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=A1564CEA30911D102018/9/7 This Is Me2018/9/7 Fri 19:30  ZhongZheng Auditorium   Introduction Amongst the many self-identified and organised communities in progressive Taipei, two distinct music ensembles stand out in their determination to use the art of singing to present a collective ethos and commitment. The Bleinders, the world’s only visual-impaired accapella, transcend their disability and challenge perceptions by expressing to the world through original compositions and choreography. The G-Major Chorus, formed 17 years ago when LGBT consciousness across Asia was still young, keeps its resilience by pushing its artistic form and human agenda in its annual concert. Come celebrate positive and passionate voices from the social margin, and be moved by genuine camaraderie, as both ensembles sing together in a rare and resounding finale!  [][][{"title":"This Is Me","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916564/ba310bd1-2aef-4c0f-97f7-6384d7c5c106.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79163680https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=8B431397B727A54D2018/9/2 TAF - Ting-Koo-Ki Juggling Battle!2018/9/2 Sun 19:30  Guangfu Auditorium   Introduction This extraordinary convention is a spectacle bursting with the vim and zest of youth, as itinerant individuals meet to compete with one another as expert jugglers. In the style of an elimination battle, where is no props restriction, the contestants face on-the-spot challenges in one-on-one combat. Do not miss out on the sheer ingenuity, high-octane action, and electrifying atmosphere of music and scream, as we cheer the juggling virtuosos who muscle their way to final victory! Let’s ‘tìng-koo-ki’ together!      [][][{"title":"TAF - Ting-Koo-Ki Juggling Battle","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916368/797e2648-2b15-4ae4-8807-2ca8d62d942d.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall79163670https://english.zsh.gov.taipei/News_Content.aspx?n=64E8E1A4D82D7EA8&s=128FC66C6EB97FE02018/8/31～9/1 TAF - Queer Night2018/8/31～9/1 14:30 19:30  Guangfu Auditorium   Introduction Being dressed up and fashionable is the trend. Looking good means being a good citizen. Different groups have different opinions. Happy Together! Come join the ritual of ‘fashioning politics’ brought to you by award-winning young talents from past editions of the Taipei Fringe Festival. Together, they overhaul the authoritarianism that Zhongshan Hall used to stand for, and propose a game of bending rules and definitions.    [][][{"title":"TAF - Queer Night","url":"https://www-ws.gov.taipei/001/Upload/403/relpic/20083/7916367/8bcbf681-cb15-45d1-97bb-c5841953332a.png"}][]Taipei Zhongshan Hall