Welcome to
Welcome to
Chords of Time: Legacy of Five Tones
Chords of Time: Legacy of Five Tones
It is with great joy that we welcome you to Chords of Time: Legacy of Five Tones Tonight, we are brought together by the timeless language of music, a force that transcends borders, cultures, and differences Through this universal art, we hope to build a bridge of understanding and friendship between East and West, creating a shared space where traditions meet, and new harmonies are born
In the first half, we invite you to journey back through the centuries, to a time when ancient Chinese melodies filled the air with their ethereal beauty These sounds, passed down through generations, echo with the wisdom of a distant past. In the second half, the stage will transform as Chinese music intertwines with Western instruments, a meeting of worlds that speaks to the power of collaboration and the endless possibilities of creative fusion
It is with great joy that we welcome you to Chords of Time: Legacy of Five Tones Tonight, we are brought together by the timeless language of music, a force that transcends borders, cultures, and differences Through this universal art, we hope to build a bridge of understanding and friendship between East and West, creating a shared space where traditions meet, and new harmonies are born
In the first half, we invite you to journey back through the centuries, to a time when ancient Chinese melodies filled the air with their ethereal beauty These sounds, passed down through generations, echo with the wisdom of a distant past In the second half, the stage will transform as Chinese music intertwines with Western instruments, a meeting of worlds that speaks to the power of collaboration and the endless possibilities of creative fusion
I would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the dedicated performers and the many hands behind the scenes, whose passion and effort have brought this concert to life And to you, our cherished audience, thank you for joining us this evening Your presence makes this night truly meaningful
I would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the dedicated performers and the many hands behind the scenes, whose passion and effort have brought this concert to life And to you, our cherished audience, thank you for joining us this evening Your presence makes this night truly meaningful
May the melodies of Chords of Time: Legacy of Five Tones leave a lasting imprint on your heart and may the spirit of friendship and unity resonate long after the final note fades.
May the melodies of Chords of Time: Legacy of Five Tones leave a lasting imprint on your heart and may the spirit of friendship and unity resonate long after the final note fades
Wishing you a night of beauty, reflection, and connection
Wishing you a night of beauty, reflection, and connection
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1. Happiness (2:30) & Dance of the Yao People (7:00) -- Instrumental Ensemble
Cello: Xiaolei Liu, Yangqin: Ryan Wu, Pipa: Chuchu Zhang
Erhu: Fanghui Chen, Flute: Ziwei Wang, Ji Qi, Guzheng: Nicole Yang
器 器乐合奏《喜洋洋》(2:30),《瑶族舞曲》(7:00)
大提琴：刘小磊，扬琴：吴杨，琵琶：张楚楚 二胡：陈芳慧，笛子：王子巍 齐骥，古筝：杨韵
2 Everlasting Longing (4:15)- Vocal Performance
Singer: Zhao Chang
中 中场休息 (10:00)
7. The Eternal Sorrow of Lin'an (15:00)- Guzheng and Piano Ensemble
Guzheng: Nicole Yang, Piano: Sean Cai
8. Song of the Yue People (3:50) - Vocal Performance
Singer: Vivien Lee, Piano: Sean Cai
歌 歌曲《长相思》(4:15) 演唱：常照
3 Seabirds, Free of Ulterior Motives (6:30) - Guqin and Xiao Duet
Xiao: Ziwei Wang, Guqin: Nicole Yang
4. Chen Sui (7:40)- Pipa Solo
Performer: Chuchu Zhang
琴 琴箫合奏《鸥鹭忘机》(6:30)
箫：王子巍，古琴：杨韵
9. Cycle of Rebirth (3:30) - Guitar and Guqin
Composer and Guitar: Dennis Huang, Guqin: Nicole Yang
10. Sunshine on Tashkurgan (7:45) - Erhu and Piano Duet
Erhu: Fanghui Chen, Piano: Sean Cai
琵 琵琶独奏《陈隋》(7:40)
5. Spring Day in the Royal Palace(3:30) &The Flowing Bian River(3:00)- Guqin and Vocal
Performance
Singer: Vivien Lee, Guqin: Nicole Yang 琴 琴歌《禁庭春昼》(3:30), 《 《汴水流》(3:00)
6 The Night Banquet (2:20) – Dance
Dancer: Tiffany Xu, Xiao: Ziwei Wang, Drums: Holly Zhang
11 He is a Pirates (3:43), The Legend of the Condor Heroes(2:55) -- Instrumental
Ensemble
Arranged by: Ray Lin
Performers: Xiaolei Liu, Ryan Wu
Sean Cai,Ziwei Wang, Ji Qi
Chuchu Zhang,Huifang Chen
Nicole Yang, Holly Zhang
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Performer Profiles P o
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Nicole Yang - Guqin and Guzheng Performer
Chinese Guqin, majored in Guzheng at Wuhan Conservatory of Music, and is a guardian of intangible cultural heritage. She incorporates the artistic conception of tra
representative works include ‘Culture China’ (Shanghai TV), ‘The Land of Fish and Rice’ (Wuhan TV), and sh
Rare Voices Australia in Brisbane, and was responsible for the Chinese music component of BrisAsia Unites - Brisbane Asia Festival 2024, giving the audience a profound cultural experience.
Vivien Lee - Music Educator, Singer 李卓纹 – 声乐教育者，著名歌手 Vivi
Music Channel and U Channel in the U.S. She has founded the Queensland Chinese Art Troupe, Little Lily Children's Art Troupe and Little Lily Children's Choir, and has devoted herself to vocal researchand and the cu
range of voices and is able to sing a variety of styless of songs, and has won wide acclaim for her heartfelt musical compositions.
Ziwei Wang – Flute Performer 王子巍 - 笛箫演奏家
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bamboo flute music, known for his exquisite technique and remarkable performances in concert halls worldwide. He graduated from the Shenyang Conservatory of Music
and served as the woodwin
Chuchu Zhang - Pipa Performer 张楚楚 - 琵琶演奏家
Committed to the development of multicultural music in Queensland, he participated in the 2022 Brisbane Festival and the world premiere of Anna Yen's play "Slow Boat."
Chinese bamboo flute to Australian audiences. C
Conservatory of Music in China and earned a Master ' s degree in Music from The University of Queensland in A
Fanghui Chen - Erhu Performer 陈芳慧 - 二胡演奏家
Fanghui Chen is a professional erhu performer and prom
performance and The University of Queensland with a major in music education, she is currently pursuing
Xi'an Conservatory' s Traditional Orchestra. She actively
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performed at numerous international music festivals, d
exchange through the art of erhu. She has toured in
Australia, and has participated in BrisAsia Festivals & Z
Channel 9. Her performance is filled with spirituality and emotion, blending traditional Chinese music with We
experience for global audiences
Commonwealth Games Arts Festival Her performances are like a delicate dance of notes, bringing the beauty of Chinese traditional culture to every listener' s heart with superb technique and emotional expression that captivates the audience.
Tiffany Xu - Dance Artist 舞蹈艺术家
on both Chinese stages and screens She is a member
Australian Dance Council. Tiffany has participated in numerous performances on renowned platforms such as CCTV and has worked as a background dancer for
has been involved in organizing major events such as Alibaba’s annual meeting, hosted by Jack Ma, and the Brisbane Mayor’ s Fund Charity Concert in Australia, with many of her works winning awards. Tiffany Xu is also a frequent judge in major dance competitions and has trained many award-winning students. She is dedicated to promoting Chinese culture overseas, bringing Chinese elements to the international stage through dance.
Ryan Wu - Yangqin Performer 吴杨 - 扬琴演奏家
Ryan Wu displayed extraordinary musical talent from a young age, making his first public performance at the age of nine, where he won the admiration and praise of the audience. He graduated from the Central Conservatory
of Music with a major in Yangqin (Chinese hammered dulcimer) Ryan Wu has successfully hosted solo concerts and recorded performances for China Central Television,
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showcasing his versatile musical abilities. Ryan Wu has collaborated with renowned composer Zhang Zhao and p
and TV series, including The Sun That Can't Be Covered. Since relocating to Australia, he has performed on numerous stages, earning widespread acclaim for his exquisite technique and profound mastery of music.
Xiaolei Liu - Cellist 刘小磊 - 大提琴演奏家
Xiaolei Liu started learning the cello at a young age,
t h e n g ra d u a t e d f ro m t h e S h a n g h a i C o n s e r va
ello, and later w
Orchestra, touring Europe, Japan, Kazakhstan, and other regions, enriching her performance experience
S h e h a s pa r t i c i pa t e d i n m a j o r p e r fo r m a n c e s s u c h a s t h e S h a n g h a i S p r i n g Fe s t iva l , AP EC S h a n g h a i , t h e S h a n g h a i M u s i c C a r n i v a l , a n d t h e S h a n g h a i
M u n i c i p a l G o v e r n m e n t N e w Ye a r ' s C o n c e r t . A s a cellist, she combines Eastern and Western musical
e l e m e n t s , b r i n g i n g e m o t i o n a l r e s o n a n c e t o t h e audience with her delicate playing.
Yizheng(Sean) Cai – Pianist 钢琴家
Shanghai Conservatory of Music in 2006. He studied under Professors Martin Canin and Robert McDonald
of Juilliard starting in 2011 Cai earned a B
2020, studying with Russian pianist Oleg Stephanov,
has perfo
Shanghai Conservatory of Music and Queensland Conservatorium. He recently recorded for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). Cai also played with the “Echo of Jade” ensemble
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concert at the Sunpac (2023). He performed Liszt Piano Concerto No.1 with the Queensland C
several awards, including first prize in the Kayserburg International Piano Competition (2021), a runner-up with Soprano Sara Donnelly in the Margaret Nickson Prize (2019), and was invited to the
(2008).
Dennis Huang - Guitarist and Arranger 黄楷平 - 吉他演奏家与编曲家
Dennis Huang is a guitarist and arranger. He graduated f r o m t h e Q u e e n s l a n d C o n s e r va t o r i u m o f M u s i c wi t h a degree in Music Engineering. With over 15 years of guitar
e x p e r i e n c e , h e c o m b i n e s C h i n e s e m u s i c w i t h We s t e r n
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Sheng, Wei Chen and BoBo. His representative arrangement works include ‘Like You’ and so on. He has also worked with the co
formed the Brisbane Chinese band SuperPlay as a guitarist a n d p ro d u c e r, a n
performances for Australian audiences.
Zhao Chang – Vocalist 常照 - 声乐艺术家
Zhao Chang, a highly talented vocal artist, possesses a warm and deep voice that radiates powerful emotional expression on stage With a degree in music education,
Ray Lin - Composer 作曲家
i n te r n a t i o n a l ly. H i s s i n g i n g i s o f te n c o m pa red to a painting, characterized by intricate detail and intense emotion, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.
Holly Zhang - Percussionist 打击乐鼓手
H o l l y i s
enthusiasm and passion to her craft. She is currently
Instrumental Music", in 2023. She was also involved in the "A
both 2022 and 2023. Throughout her schooling years at Stretton State College, Holly was awarded several
ived
final year. Holly is extremely grateful for all of these opportunities and the music education that she has received and she looks forward to continuing to grow as a musician
Ray Lin is an award-winning composer, conductor, and arranger for concert hall and screen. His works have been performed broadcasted internationally in the US, China and New Zealand, as well as in Australia He has written for the Queensland Pops Orchestra, Willoughby
S y m p h o ny O rc h e s t ra , C a m e ra t a – Q L D ’ s C h a m b e r
O r c h e s t r a , S y m p h o ny C e n t r a l C o a s t , Q u e e n s l a n d
also been featured in festivals including VIVID Sydney, B
range of p
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s and platforms in Australia, including ABC Classic, SBS, QPAC, Brisbane City Hall and more. As a composer, Ray has received many outstanding awards including winning the Contemporary Classical Song of the Year prize at the 2020 Queensland Music Awards and a David Blumberg Award from the American Society of Music Arrangers and Composers (2022). R
(2024) with the Willoughby Symphony Orchestra and was appointed emerging composerin-residence with Camerata for 2023.
