From Formosa: Taiwan Philharmonic Chamber Ensemble 2026 US Tour — live event

Orchestra $54 Buy Tickets Balcony $39 Buy Tickets Celebrating "America250" and Taiwanese American Heritage Week, Taiwan Philharmonic proudly presents "From Formosa," a premier cultural diplomacy tour showcasing Taiwan's rich musical tapestry.  Led by Concertmaster Hao-Tun Teng and an elite chamber ensemble, the performance features acclaimed pianist Chun-Chieh Yen and the soulful voices of the TBT (Taiwu Ballads Troupe). The program bridges tradition and modernity, spanning Tyzen Hsiao's iconic Aboriginal Suite, contemporary Hakka compositions, and the highly anticipated world premiere of a new work by composer Ke-Chia Chen. From the raw beauty of indigenous Paiwan chants to the sophistication of contemporary piano quintets, this concert offers a captivating journey through Taiwan's diverse heritage. Join us for an unforgettable evening where music transcends borders, celebrating the deep friendship between Taiwan and the United States through the finest artistry. Hao-Tun Teng, Yi-Ju Chen, violin Jubel Chen, viola Yi-Shien Lien, cello Chun-Chieh Yen, piano TBT (Taiwu Ballads Troupe) Taiwanese indigenous polyphonic songs Taiwanese Indigenous Music for String Quartet & Chorus (arr. by Ting-Chuan Chen) Ke-Chia Chen: Silver Fields for Piano Quintet (world premiere, commissioned by Muzik 3 Foundation) Tyzen Hsiao: The Highlander's Suite for Piano Quintet Yun-Jou Chen: Terra/Liturgy for String Quartet (world premiere, commissioned by Hakka Affairs Council) Aaron Copland: Two Pieces for String Quartet ◆ Supervised by: Council of Indigenous Peoples, Taiwan; Hakka Affairs Council, Taiwan; Ministry of Culture, Taiwan; Taipei Cultural Center in New York ◆ Sponsored by: CTBC Bank ◆ Appointed Airline: STARLUX Airlines ◆ Event sponsored by: I-MEI Culture and Education Foundation ◆ Event Partner: National Cultural Association of Taiwan ◆ Special Thanks: UUIN; JIU ZHEN NAN ◆ Designated Hotel: Friendwell Group

Starts: 2026-05-19T19:30:00Z

Ends: 2026-05-19T21:30:00Z

Where: 129 West 67th Street, New York, New York 10023, United States

Price: $39.0

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