Welcome to the Shanghai Oriental Art Centre (SHOAC) Citizens' Music Concert 2024, a spectacular musical journey that has captivated hearts since 2006. As the concert approaches its 18th year, you are invited to join a series of extraordinary concerts in the first half of 2024. Get ready for a musical experience that promises diverse genres, exceptional talent and the magic of live performances!

Event Highlights:

"Recollection: To the East of the Great River" Concert

Performer: Shanghai Philharmonic Chorus

Date: Jan 6, 10:00 am

Be transported by the enchanting performances of Night Thoughts, Grass on the Ancient Plain – Farewell to a Friend, and more, featuring the mesmerising vocals of Wen Muya and Zhang Hui, conducted by the talented Ye Yunmin.

"A Romantic Journey between China and France" Violin Solo Concert

Performers: Li Yuhe and Shi He

Date: Jan 20, 10:00 am

Embark on a musical journey celebrating the 60th anniversary of friendship between China and France with the captivating violin of Li Yuhe and a brilliant piano accompaniment by Shi He.

"Expression of Love" 2024 New Year Concert

Performers: Xue Yuan and Rainbow Chamber Singers

Date: Feb 3, 10:00 am

Ring in the Chinese New Year with a symphony of beautiful melodies by Mozart, Prokofiev and Elgar, conducted by Xue Yuan.

"Fantasy Music" Solo Performance

Performer: Martina Stock

Date: Feb 17, 10:00 am

Experience the magical sounds of Austrian harpist Martina Stock as she takes you on a wondrous musical meditation journey.

"Tribute to Brahms and Schumann" Solo Concert

Performer: Stefan Arnold

Date: March 2, 10:00 am

Join the German Piano Master Stefan Arnold in a heartfelt tribute to Schumann and Brahms, as the piano keys resonate with the timeless melodies of these classical masters.

"Magical Organ Journey" Concert

Performer: Shanghai Conservatory of Music Organ Art Centre

Date: March 16, 10:00 am

Witness the power of the organ — a complex, powerful instrument long recognised as the "king of instruments" — as it explores centuries of music, from the Renaissance to Baroque.

"To Emotion, To Life" Piano Solo Concert

Performer: Niu Niu (Zhang Shengliang)

Date: April 20, 10:00 am

As a virtuoso pianist, Niu Niu will take you on an emotional journey through 17 diverse pieces, interpreting the cycle of life through each delicate note.

"Eternal Mozart" Concert

Performers: Gao Jian and the Ningbo Symphony Orchestra

Date: May 4, 10:00 am

Celebrate the genius of Mozart with Gao Jian and the Ningbo Symphony Orchestra as they recreate the glory of the "musical prodigy" with three Mozart wind concertos.

"The Voice of Philadelphia" Concert

Performer: Ni Haiye and Pan Xun

Date: May 18, 10:00 am

Immerse yourself in the authentic "Philadelphia sound" with Ni Haiye, the principal cellist of the Philadelphia Orchestra, and pianist Pan Xun. They will be performing classics by Beethoven, Janáček and Brahms.

"Castle in the Sky" Symphonic Concert of Classic Anime Works

Performer: Sky Symphony Orchestra

Date: June 1, 10:00 am

Explore the enchanting world of Studio Ghibli with conductor Chen Zeyu and the Sky Symphony Orchestra, a newly established non-profit professional symphony orchestra in Shanghai, as they bring to life the timeless melodies of Joe Hisaishi.

"Classic Collection of Film Music" Concert

Performer: Shanghai International Youth Orchestra

Date: June 15, 10:00 am

Experience the emotional richness of film music, from Scent of a Woman to Frozen, as the Shanghai International Youth Orchestra connects hearts with cinematic notes.

Event Details

Time: Every first and third Saturday of the month at 10:00 am

Venue: Concert Hall, Shanghai Oriental Art Centre (No 425, Dingxiang Road, Pudong New Area)

Source: WeChat account of Shanghai Oriental Art Centre