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Special

Year of the Snake: A Lunar New Year Celebration

Sat, Feb 8, 2025 Roy Thomson Hall

Ring in the Lunar New Year with an enchanting evening of music that’s sure to inspire joy and good fortune! Join beloved comedian Dashan, renowned conductor Naomi Woo, and your TSO for a symphonic celebration in honour of the Year of the Snake. This can’t-miss concert weaves together a captivating blend of classic and festive favourites, with performances that are as meaningful as they are mesmerizing. Experience the ethereal sounds of the guzheng, masterfully played by Wu Fei, and enjoy acclaimed violinist Stella Chen as she performs an excerpt from the ever-popular Butterfly Lovers Concerto, a piece cherished for its sweeping melodies and emotional depth. Celebrate the richness of tradition and welcome the new year with these and other festive favourites.

 

Ka Nin Chan

Welcoming Spring

7'

Zhanhao He Chen Gang

Excerpt from The Butterfly Lovers, Violin Concerto

15'

Mendelssohn

Overture to A Midsummer Night's Dream, Op. 21

11'

Zhou Tian

Seeker's Scherzo from Concerto for Orchestra

3'

Intermission

Huang Ruo

Excerpt from Folk Songs for Orchestra

2'

Tan Dun

Zheng Concerto (2007)

20'

Shawn Moore

Ode to the Red Cliffs

8'

Li

Spring Festival Overture

5'

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Performers

Mark Rowswell “Dashan” 大山

narrator & host

Naomi Woo

conductor

Wu Fei

guzheng

Stella Chen

violin

Yang Yang Dance Studio

Lunar New Year Concert Presenting Sponsor