This show belongs to the Adelaide Fringe 2026 season. This season is now over.

A mixed ensemble performs on stage featuring two vocalists (Ayşegül Altıok and Felix Wang) at centre, piano (Yundi Yuan) on the left, drum kit (Satomi Ohnishi) behind, and two seated Chinese string players (David Dai and Lester Wong)on the right, with an audience visible in the foreground.
A packed audience watches Silk Strings Ensemble's Fringe concert at Nexus Arts Venue in 2023, with a large ensemble on stage under red and blue lighting, including piano, double bass, drums, and Huqin- Chinese string instruments.
Silk Strings Ensemble member David Dai perform on stage with the vocalist Ayşegül Altıok at centre, flanked by double bass (Tim Matthew), drum kit (Satomi Ohnishi), piano (Yundi Yuan)against a black curtain with purple stage lighting.
Adelaide Fringe 2026

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

Presented by: Silk Strings Ensemble

Silk Strings Ensemble is a 胡琴 (Hu Qin) trio based in Adelaide, Australia. The material "silk" ties our instruments' history together, as well as countless many other instruments. Founded in 2021, we aim to expand and explore the art of Huqin chamber playing through existing Huqin repertoire, commissioning new works, and collaborating with other art forms across all cultures and fields. Executive Director: Tsan-Huang Tsai Principal Artists: David Dai, Felix Wang, Lester Wong
Music • Jazz
South Australia • World Premiere
 
Culturally and/or linguistically diverse
 
Fringe Fund Recipient
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Suitability & warnings

Content rating: G
Family friendly: Yes

Accessibility

 
High audio content
 
Suitable for audiences who may not have a comprehensive understanding of the English language

Presenter

Presented by: Silk Strings Ensemble

Silk Strings Ensemble is a 胡琴 (Hu Qin) trio based in Adelaide, Australia. The material "silk" ties our instruments' history together, as well as countless many other instruments. Founded in 2021, we aim to expand and explore the art of Huqin chamber playing through existing Huqin repertoire, commissioning new works, and collaborating with other art forms across all cultures and fields. Executive Director: Tsan-Huang Tsai Principal Artists: David Dai, Felix Wang, Lester Wong