Reimagination: The Tradition of Innovation
An inspiring afternoon concert presented by the Canadian Chinese Orchestra Chamber Ensemble
Celebrating the future of Chinese music through contemporary creation and artistic collaboration.
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM
Location: P.C. Ho Theatre, Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto
This special event showcases new works by North American composers for Chinese chamber ensemble.
Program Highlights
Conducted by Matthew Poon, the program features five original compositions:
- Buddha Song by Alice Ho
- Moods of Lake Couchiching by Ka-Nin Chan
- Me & the Teeming World by Ke Chen
- Withering Sunflower on Uneven Legs by Hong-Da Chin
- Gather & Scatter by Hippocrates Cheng
Performed by an outstanding roster of musicians, the concert reflects the evolving voice of Chinese instrumental music through innovation, imagination, and cultural dialogue.
Join us for a unique musical experience where tradition is reimagined for today’s world!
Butterfly’s Dream: East Meets West
A vibrant cross-cultural concert presented by the Canadian Chinese Orchestra and the Ontario Cross-Cultural Music Society
Celebrating the beauty of musical exchange through Chinese and Western orchestral traditions.
Date: Saturday, June 27, 2026
Time: 7:30 PM
Location: P.C. Ho Theatre, Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto
This special evening showcases a rich blend of Eastern and Western repertoire through dynamic collaboration.
Program Highlights
Led by Matthew Poon, Mike Liu, and James Wu, the program features:
- Jockey Polka
- Chinese Sights & Sounds
- Sky
- Shaanbei Sketches IV (Hong-Da Chin, dizi)
- Butterfly Lovers Double Concerto (Amely Zhou, erhu & Andrew Hsu, violin)
- Finale inspired by Journey to the West
Performed by an outstanding roster of musicians, the concert highlights the harmony of cultures through music.
Join us for an unforgettable evening of cross-cultural artistry!
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