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SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope VIII  - Hands Percussion International Drumming Festival
DESCRIPTION:Since its inception in 2009\, Kaleidoscope has grown into a significant cultural event that celebrates the limitless energy\, diversity\, and unifying power of percussion.Inspired by the theme Infinite Beats\, this edition reflects the continuity of rhythm across time\, cultures\, and artistic journeys. Kaleidoscope VIII brings together distinguished percussion artists from Japan and Venezuela\, alongside local performers\, in a programme that highlights both mastery and exploration. While this edition looks forward\, it also builds upon a rich legacy—artists from previous Kaleidoscope editions have\, over the years\, successfully shared their performances and artistic voices with audiences in Malaysia\, shaping the festival’s evolving identity. \nMore than a concert series\, Kaleidoscope VIII is an artistic exchange. Through drums\, gongs\, cymbals\, mallets\, and movement\, performers draw from deep-rooted traditions as well as contemporary practices\, creating a dynamic soundscape that bridges heritage and innovation. Each performance contributes to a larger dialogue\, revealing how rhythm continues to adapt\, resonate\, and connect across cultures. \nFor HANDS Percussion\, Infinite Beats reaffirms its commitment to intercultural exchange\, the development of local talent\, and the ongoing effort to position Malaysia as a vital stage for international performing arts. Beyond the stage\,the festival extends into workshops\, school programmes\, community drum circles\, and artist dialogues—encounters that deepen public engagement and highlight the relevance of percussion in today’s world. \nIn Kaleidoscope VIII\, rhythm flows without limits. Each beat carries memory and momentum\, linking past encounters with new possibilities\, and reminding us of the universal pulse that connects us all.
URL:https://kleventscalendar.my/event/kaleidoscope-viii-hands-percussion-international-drumming-festival/
LOCATION:Jeffrey Cheah Performing Arts Centre (JCPAC)\, L4-L6\, Sunway Square Mall\, Jalan Lagoon Selatan\, Bandar Sunway\, Petaling Jaya\, Selangor\, 47500\, Malaysia
CATEGORIES:Music,Performing Arts
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SUMMARY:Tribute to Brian Tan with The klpac Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:As The klpac Orchestra celebrates two extraordinary decades\, it honours the very person who started it all. \nThe late Maestro Brian Tan founded klpac’s first community orchestra\, then named klpac Sinfonietta in 2006. As its very first Resident Conductor and Music Director\, he worked selflessly and tirelessly to build a warm community of musicians and music lovers. His legacy lives on in countless musicians that have been a part of the orchestra. \nThese musicians will gather in his remembrance under the baton of its current Resident Conductor and Music Director\, Maestro Lee Kok Leong. A highlight of its 20th anniversary season\, the programme reflects the orchestra’s colourful journey over the years. \nBeginning with the celebratory Tarian Overture\, the concert features a blend of classical and contemporary favourites\, old and new repertoire\, like Romance from Frédéric Chopin’s Piano Concerto in E Minor\, excerpts from Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto\, Defying Gravity from Wicked\, Cinema Paradiso\, Amazing Grace and more. \nWith Lee Hai Lin as concertmaster\, it also welcomes back past collaborators including pianist Dr. Elaine Yap\, soprano Dr. Ang Mei Foong\, yangqin player Tan Yong Yaw as well as singers Rachel Liu\, Kay Wong and Jamie Tan alongside other guest artistes Sam Chin and Jess Teong. \nJoin us to celebrate The klpac Orchestra’s major milestone and to remember the spirit of Brian. Twenty years on\, the music continues. \n1st Half\nTarian Overture | Composed by Yeo Chow Shern\nPiano Concerto in E minor: Romance | Composed by Frédéric Chopin | Piano Soloist: Dr. Elaine Yap Sin Yee\nConcerto for Yangqin “Elegance” | Composed by Liu Chang | Yangqin Soloist: Tan Yong Yaw\nExcerpt from Butterfly Lovers Violin Concerto | Composed by Chen Gang & He Zhanhao | Violin Soloist: Lee Hai Lin\nSing\, Sing\, Sing | Music by Benny Goodman\, Arranged by Loh Ui Li\nDefying Gravity from Wicked: A Musical Suite | Composed by Stephen Schwartz\, Arranged by Timmy Lim | Solo vocalist: Rachel Liu \n2nd Half\nGive me Jesus | Vocalist: Dr. Ang Mei Foong\, Piano Accompaniment: Dr. Elaine Yap\nCinema Paradiso | Composed by Ennio Morricone | Violin Soloist: Rebecca Ong\n时间之歌 | Composed by Narita Tamezō & Hayashi Kokei\, Arranged by Ant Chua Su Ting | Vocalist: Jess Teong\n再见的时候 | Composed by Alex Chang Jien & Gavin Lin\, Arranged by Ant Chua Su Ting | Vocalist: Kay Wong\n幸福在歌唱 | Composed by Ferry Lee & Gavin Lin\, Arranged by Ant Chua Su Ting | Vocalist: Sam Chin\nAmazing Grace | Composed by John Newton\, Arranged by See To Jun Wen |\nVocalist: Jamie Tan\nYou Raise Me Up | Composed by Josh Groban\, Arranged by See To Jun Wen
URL:https://kleventscalendar.my/event/tribute-to-brian-tan-with-the-klpac-orchestra/
LOCATION:The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (KLPAC)\, Sentul Park\, Jalan Strachan\, off Jalan Sultan Azlan Shah\, Kuala Lumpur\, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur\, 51100\, Malaysia
CATEGORIES:Music
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