Art Songs

This concert invites the audience on a journey through the world of art songs, featuring works from Italian, German, English, and Chinese traditions. Italian art songs showcase flowing melodies and stunning vocal lines, embodying bel canto elegance. German Lieder blend poetry with expressive melodies and dramatic piano to evoke deep emotions. English art songs combine heartfelt lyrics with rich melodies, while Chinese art songs, inspired by ancient poetry, use graceful melodies and rhythmic phrasing to animate poetic imagery. From delicate to profound, these songs paint a vivid picture of diverse cultures and emotions, taking you on a journey through musical tradition and beauty.