NYC Five Borough Tour | The Music of Chen Yi

Orchestra of St. Luke’s comes to perform for free at the Library for the Performing Arts, as part of their series of concerts in each of the five New York City boroughs. For this program, St. Luke’s Chamber Ensemble performs music by Chen Yi, a celebrated Chinese-American composer whose work connects cultures and tells stories that resonate around the world.

Born in China and thriving as an artist in the United States, Chen Yi combines the melodies of her heritage with a global perspective, creating music that is fresh, vibrant, and deeply moving. This concert features her dynamic compositions alongside the music that has influenced her journey, showcasing a joyful celebration of culture and sound.

Performers
St. Luke’s Chamber Ensemble
Chen Yi, Composer and Guest Speaker
Chen Tao, Xiao
Liu Li, Guqin
Jeffrey Zeigler, Cello

Program
CHEN YI Sprout
ZHOU LONG Chinese Folk Songs
CHEN YI Sound of the Five
Works for traditional Chinese instruments