M.M.Khanna,INVC,
Chandigarh,
The annual Macao International Music Festival (MIMF) is back with its 27th edition, which will include a diverse array of programmes this month. Organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau, the celebration brings no less than 22 outstanding shows to the region till November 3rd 2013. The productions, whether grand operas, harmonious choral concerts or refined chamber music recitals, have all been carefully selected from among the world’s best.
Chandigarh,
The annual Macao International Music Festival (MIMF) is back with its 27th edition, which will include a diverse array of programmes this month. Organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau, the celebration brings no less than 22 outstanding shows to the region till November 3rd 2013. The productions, whether grand operas, harmonious choral concerts or refined chamber music recitals, have all been carefully selected from among the world’s best.
Gulbenkian Orchestra : The Festival’s offering of symphonic music begins with a concert by the Gulbenkian Orchestra on October 18. Established in 1962 by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation as a mere twelve-piece ensemble, the Gulbenkian Orchestra today boasts a permanent body of 66 musicians and a repertoire spanning from the classical period to the 20th century. It is one of Portugal’s most prestigious and talented orchestras which is not to be missed at the festival.
Portuguese Fado : Portuguese Fado, a regular presence on local stages, joins Cantonese Naamyam (Narrative Songs) in a unique concert combining western and eastern folk music expressions, which will be held on October 24, 25 and 26 at the Mandarin’s House. Fado was recognised by UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2011, while the Cantonese Naamyam were inscribed on the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2011.
Performance by the Macao Orchestra and the Macao Chinese : The Macao Orchestra and the Macao Chinese Orchestra take to the MIMF’s stages once again, on October 19 and 26, respectively. The Macao Orchestra is joined by the Korean Chamber Orchestra and soprano Aga Mikolajin stirring renditions of Strauss’ signature work as well as his final composition, the Vier Letzte Lieder. The quality of the concerts presented to the public is a testimony of the remarkable development and high-level that both local orchestras have achieved throughout the years.
Violin recital by Kyung-Wha Chung : After attending the Juilliard School in New York, international fame came fast on the heels of the South-Korean’s win at the prestigious Leventritt Competition in 1967. Undeniably one of the leading violinists in the world today, Kyung-Wha Chung, throughout her life as a violin soloist and recitalist, has garnered global recognition of the very highest stature. Tickets for the 27th Macao International Music Festival can be purchased at all Kong Seng ticketing outlets, by telephone and through online booking. A variety of discount plans will be offered.
