Seven musicians stand at the front of a stage, holding hands and bowing to the audience. From left to right: pianist Yundi Yuan, vocalist Aysegul Altiok, bassist Tim Matthew, vocalist Felix Wang, drummer Satomi Ohnishi, huqin players David Dai and Lester Wong. The crowd applauds in the foreground.
From left to right, Felix Wang, pianist Yundi Yuan, David Dai, and Lester Wong stand holding huqin instruments after a Fringe program performance at Urrbrae House, A Centennial Story of the Chinese Fiddle, on 9 March 2024. A floral display with a large decorative fan is arranged behind them.
Four musicians perform seated in front of a large pipe organ at Barossa Regional Gallery on 16 March 2024 for Silk Strings Ensemble’s Fringe program Voyage: Folk Traditions Anew. From left to right: Lester Wong on huqin, Felix Wang on huqin, David Dai on huqin, and Joseph Freer on cello.

Silk Strings & Friends: Where Tradition Swings

A vibrant celebration of music without borders, 'Silk Strings & Friends' reimagines global traditions through jazz and pop. From Mandarin pop classics and Shanghai Shidaiqu to Turkish folk songs, Arabesque and world melodies, expect soulful vocals, dazzling huqin (Chinese fiddles) and driving jazz rhythm.

Adelaide’s own Silk Strings Ensemble (Felix Wang, David Dai and Lester Wong) returns with Turkish vocal virtuoso Dr. Aysegul Altiok, drummer Satomi Ohnishi, pianist Yundi Yuan and bassist Tim Matthew. Together they create rich arrangements, surprising twists and a heartfelt tribute to cultural diversity and connection.

★★★★☆ "Silk Strings Ensemble are definitely a group to keep an eye out for" The Adelaide Show Podcast

★★★★★ "Sensitive phrasing and excellent balance” The Advertiser

Music • Jazz
South Australia • World Premiere
 
Culturally and/or linguistically diverse
 
Fringe Fund Recipient
 
Sat, 21 Mar
 
60 min
 
Nexus Arts Venue
 
G
 
$27 to $35
 
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