In what seems like an act of sorcery, two ancient musical instruments are resurrected in this singular collaboration.
Born in China and now based in Paris, Jew’s harp virtuoso Wang Li spent four years living in a French monastery, where he immersed himself in an introspective serenity that has become central to his musical voice. His collaborator for this performance, the Chinese-born, Berlin-based sheng master Wu Wei, has performed with the Berlin Philharmonic under Kent Nagano, the Los Angeles Philharmonic with Gustavo Dudamel, and many other world-renowned ensembles.
Together, these two intrepid artists embark on gorgeous improvised meditations, exploring the nuances of their instruments. The twang of the Jew’s harp and expansive ambience of the sheng are supported by circular breathing and throat singing; the drones are punctuated with exhilarating rhythms, tricking the ears into hearing electronic sounds where there are none. Wu Wei and Wang Li don’t discover new worlds of sound so much as create them, enveloping the audience in poetic visions.
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
SATURDAY, JULY 23rd @ 8 PM
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Wang Li and Wu Wei
First Preview: Jul 18, 2016
Opening Date: Jul 23, 2016
Closing Date: Jul 24, 2016
Running Time: 01:15
Playing @
Rose Theater
Frederick P. Rose Hall Broadway at 60th Street, New York, NY 10019
Show Notes: No Intermission
Age Guidance: 13
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Full-price tickets:
$25.00 - $35.00
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Entrance
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Parking
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Restroom
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Visual Assistance
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Water Fountain
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Wheelchair Info
Wheelchair seating is available at all levels and price ranges. Persons who use wheelchairs and are able to transfer may request an aisle seat with removable armrest when purchasing tickets. Wheelchair loans are available for people who require a wheelchair to go to and from their seats on a first come first serve basis. Please call the house manager at 212-258-9501 the day before the concert to arrange for this service.
