Happy Lunar New Year from the USC US-China Institute!
Near East Ensemble and Music of China Ensemble Concert
The UCLA Herb Alpert School of Music, Department of Ethnomusicology presents the Spring Festival of World Music and Jazz 2017, "Near East Ensemble and Music of China Ensemble Concert".
When:
June 3, 2017 7:00pm
Near East Ensemble
A. J. Racy, director
Music of China Ensemble
Chi Li, director
The Near East Ensemble presents music and instruments from the Arab world. Its repertoire includes old court music genres from the Ottoman era, mystical works related to the Sufi Islamic sect, modal and drum improvisations, nightclub pieces, and songs from rural folk celebrations.
The Music of China Ensemble performs arias from Kun opera of the 16th century, "silk-and-bamboo" wind and string music from the Shanghai area, folk dances for festive celebration, zheng zither music in the Keijia style from Canton Province, music for large percussion ensembles, and modern compositions for traditional Chinese wind and string ensembles.
Tickets may be purchased through the UCLA Central Ticket Office at 310-825-2101 or online at: http://tickets.ucla.edu/
All-day parking ($12) and short-term parking (payable at pay stations) are available in Parking Structure 2 (Hilgard and Westholme Avenues).
Cost:
$15 general admission, $10 UCLA faculty, staff, and students (with ID)
Phone Number:
(310) 825-5947
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