Not yet 18, Han-Na-Chang of Korea was already internationally renowned as a world-class cello virtuoso six years ago. The maturing prodigy will be the star soloist when she joins the Orchestre National de Lyon, who are visiting from France to perform three pieces by French composers. The programme calls for Debussy’s ‘Afternoon of a Faun’, followed by Saint-Saens’ Cello Concerto No. 1 and Symphony in D Minor by Franck. David Robertson is the conductor.
February 27, 2010
February 22, 2010
A Parade of Hong Kong Fine Music Chamber Music Showcase II
Chamber music barely existed in Hong Kong a few years ago. But after the Hong Kong String Quartet was formed in 1995 things changed dramatically. Chamber music concerts now proliferate and this concert celebrates that with the finest groups being selected by organiser Wong Sze-hang for the occasion. At this showcase the HK Percussion Quartet Jenga performs ‘Brazilian Myths’ by Rosauro, the HK Chamber Choir performs ‘Liebeslieder Walzer’ by Brahms and CityBrass performs Uber’s ‘A Day At The Camptown Races’.
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February 19, 2010
February 17, 2010
Casino Legends Hall of Fame Museum
Some critics suggest Las Vegas is a city devoid of culture, but the truth is you simply have to seek out a different kind – like that found at the Casino Legends Hall of Fame. Opened in February 1999 following a classic Vegas celebrity shindig, the museum features the largest collection of Nevada gaming memorabilia ever assembled. More than 738 casinos are represented, 550 of which have succumbed to the wrecking ball. New to the collection is the flared gabardine ‘Peacock’ jump-suit worn by Vegas-icon Elvis Presley during his 1974-1975 performances, said to be worth $139,000.
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February 8, 2010
February 7, 2010
February 6, 2010
David Gray
One of the success stories of the year – if you like fairly standard guitar-toting singer/songwriters.
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February 5, 2010
Nature, Man, Music, Machine
Towering composers of our time – Phillip Glass, John Adams and Louis Andriessen – offer perspectives on man and music’s place in the surrounding world. These three artists have tried to negotiate a truce between nature and machine, by incorporating the latest technology into their music without sacrificing basic aesthetic principles. Among the works to be performed tonight are Glass’ ‘The Canyon’, Adams’ ‘Century Rolls’ and Andriessen’s ‘De Staat’ (The Republic).
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