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冬季音樂會 The Epiphany | Canadian Chinese Orchestra
為慶祝虎年新春,紅楓華樂團將在2022年2月26日晚7:30為您呈現我們的冬季音樂會The Epiphany. 通過Youtube線上直播,本次音樂會將精彩融合紅楓華樂團、千禧雅樂坊、以及長者音樂學習項目的同學們的表演。掃描海報上的二維碼或者點擊以下Youtube鏈接即可參加線上音樂會! 紅楓華樂團將帶給我們許多傳統中國新年的曲目,例如《喜洋洋》、《金蛇狂舞》、和《迎春花》,通過歡快的樂曲創造熱鬧中國年的氣氛。在本次音樂會中,千禧雅樂坊將與我們合作,為我們呈現《明天會更好》與《感遇》來演繹充滿希望的未來。長者音樂學習項目中的五十多名學生們在過去的兩個月裡與紅楓華樂團的導師們學習了各種各樣的中國民族樂器,他們將在音樂會中為我們展示他們的學習成果。歡迎參加這場民樂盛宴,與我們的一起慶祝新春! 歡迎大家通過募捐的方式支持我們的紅楓華獎學金和樂團的項目。如果您有意願資助我們,請e-transfer至郵箱:donate@canadianchineseorchestra.com ; 或者通過本次音樂會的GoFundMe頁面捐贈: 非常感謝您的參與,也祝您有一個愉快的夜晚!
Joanna Ng | Guest Conductor for 2021-2022
Joanna Ng | Guest Conductor for 2021-2022 Joanna Ng holds Master degree of Orchestral Conducting (Northern Illinois University) and Bachelor of Piano Performance (Queen's University). She has extensive experience in solo performance and accompanying instrumental groups and choirs in Toronto, Vancouver, Kingston, Toronto, DeKalb, IL, and Hong Kong. She is a registered RCM teacher, Suzuki Licensed Instructor, and a member of the Ontario Registered Music Teachers' Association (ORMTA). With her own music studio, she offers private lessons in piano/flute/theory/singing for all ages from beginner to ARCT in English and Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese). Her teaching style focuses on a well-rounded approach of techniques, musicality, sight reading, and music appreciation. She has successfully prepared students for RCM, public examinations, competitions, festivals, & university auditions. As a conductor, Joanna was honored to receive the full scholarship for her master degree studied with Dr. Lucia Matos. Under the mentorship with Dr. [...]
Seniors Music Learning Program
Are you over 55 years of age and interested in Chinese music? If so, our Seniors Music Learning Program is just for you! Sponsored by the government of Ontario, the program is free of charge and will take place from December 6th, 2021 to February 26th, 2022, where you will learn to play a Chinese instrument of your interest and participate in a memorable performance together. Taught by professional musicians, classes will be held twice a week virtually in small groups, and the offered instruments and class schedules are as follows: Erhu Class A: Mondays and Thursdays 11:00am - 12:00pm (for experienced players) Class B: Tuesdays 7:30pm - 8:30pm, Saturdays 10:30am - 11:30am (for beginners) Guzheng Class A: Tuesdays and Fridays 10am - 11am (for beginners) Class B: Tuesdays and Fridays 2pm - 3pm (for experienced players) Pipa Class schedule: Mondays and Thursdays 7:30pm - 8:30pm Zhongruan Class schedule: [...]
CCO is back for the 2021-2022 Season!
CCO is back for the 2021-2022 Season! The Canadian Chinese Orchestra will be resuming activities for the 2021-2022 Season, and we warmly welcome any individuals who are passionate about Chinese music to join us! We are accepting new applicants who can play a Chinese instrument: Erhu, Pipa, Dizi, Yangqin, Guzheng, Ruan, Cello, Suona, Sheng and Chinese percussions! You can either join as a member of the Canadian Youth Chinese Orchestra (for youths under the age of 25) or the Canadian Philharmonic Chinese Orchestra (for adults), for both options of online learning and a combination of online and in-person learning experience! Registration Open until September 30th Audition Video submission by October 7th Rehearsal starts October 17th Sunday 3:30-5:00PM For audition, you will need to send in a recorded video of you playing a music piece of no less than two minutes on your instrument. For specific details on how to [...]
Chinese Music Summer In Class Program
Chinese Music Summer Camp Co-presented by Yip’s Canada and Canadian Chinese Orchestra Chinese Music Summer Camp Co-presented by Yip’s Canada and Canadian Chinese Orchestra If your child wants to explore Chinese music and be rhythmic at the same time, this Chinese Music Summer Program is perfect for your child! We will be making some noises together with the Chinese instruments such as the Erhu, Zhongruan, Guzheng and Flower pot drums! A good way to set a good musicianship foundation for your child’s music learning experience. Besides music, we will also learn about Chinese paintings and calligraphies. To learn to appreciate the art of Chinese cultural heritage. Most of the Classes will be conducted outdoors in the shades, instruments will be assigned and won’t be shared among students. Program will also include Practice Session, Ensemble, Chinese Music Theory, Culture and Painting. Class Schedule: Term [...]
CCO 5TH ANNIVERSARY ONLINE FUNDRAISING CONCERT
Registration Registration Concert registration will also let you participate in our silent auction of a set of beautiful paintings! Here is the sneak peek Auctions In honour of the 5th anniversary, the Canadian Chinese Orchestra is excited to present to you our annual concert, held on June 19th, 2021 at 7:30PM EST! Streamed live on Youtube, guests are invited to join us to celebrate the exquisiteness of Chinese culture, exploring the themes of music, passion, and destiny. The concert features a careful selection of traditional and contemporary repertoire. From small ensemble to orchestral music, this concert is prepared through virtual activities. To celebrate the 5th year anniversary, CCO has invited orchestras from around the globe to join the performance. Registration will be entirely free this year. With a suggested donation amount of $20, CCO is fundraising for [...]
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