ArcoStrum

Embark on a truly groundbreaking musical journey with The ArcoStrum Experience – a multi-instrumental, genre-defying showcase that seamlessly intertwines the contemporary Tango mastery of Piazzolla and the timeless classics of Vivaldi's Four Seasons. This innovative performance fuses the rich tapestry of Chinese traditional folk music, featuring the mesmerizing sounds of the dizi and erhu, with classical and electric guitar. Enter the realm of American instrumental rock by Polyphia, creating a harmonious blend of diverse musical landscapes. Immerse yourself in this extraordinary fusion, where high-impact visuals, humor, compelling stories, and dazzling virtuosity come together to captivate you from the opening note to the finale. The ArcoStrum Experience promises a one-of-a-kind concert, transcending boundaries and celebrating the evolution of music across genres and eras.

Instruments: Violin, Classical Guitar, Electric Guitar, Erhu (Chinese two-string fiddle), Flute Dizi (Chinese bamboo flute), Piccolo Dizi (Chinese bamboo flute)

Program

Zhihui Li: Ink Orchid Pavilion 水墨兰亭, arr. ArcoStrum

Haihuai Huang: Horse Racing 赛⻢, arr. ArcoStrum

Astor Piazzolla: Primavera Porteña (Buenos Aires Spring), arr. ArcoStrum

Astor Piazzolla: Invierno Porteño (Buenos Aires Winter), arr. ArcoStrum

Antonio Vivald: Summer from The Four Seasons, arr. ArcoStrum
I. Allegro non molto

Choi Jun Young: Endless Love 神话 from The Myth

Manuel de Falla: Danza Ritual del Fuego from El amor brujo, arr. David Galvez

Manuel de Falla: Danza Española from La Vida Breve, arr. Kreisler

Intermission

Radamés Gnattali: Suite Retratos, arr. ArcoStrum
IV. Chiquinha Gonzaga (Corta Jaca)

Domenico Scarlatti: Keyboard Sonata, K. 141, arr. ArcoStrum

John Williams: Theme from Schindler’s List, arr. ArcoStrum

A. Vivaldi: Summer from The Four Seasons, arr. ArcoStrum
III. Presto

A. Piazzolla: Nightclub 1960 from The History of Tango, arr. ArcoStrum

A. Vivaldi: Winter from The Four Seasons, arr. David Galvez
I. Allegro non molto

Polyphia: Playing God, arr. ArcoStrum

 

Salon-style performances offer a close connection between artists and guests as audience members sit in six rows of seats on stage with the performer. Light refreshments are served before and after the performance. Balcony tickets (without refreshments) are also available.