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Strings of Unity

November 2, 2024 - 5:30pm

Scotiabank Dance Centre, Vancouver

Duration: 15 min

This event is an opening music for the *Lussilia* 

Vocals & Guzheng: Pico Masaki

Harp & Piano: Chihiro Homma 

Photo by Kasumi Kanaya Photography

Description

This brilliant performance offers a unique fusion of ancient and modern melodies. The dynamic duo blends koto, guzheng, harp, and piano, creating an extraordinary musical journey that spans from the serene beauty of Japanese traditions to the timeless elegance of classical compositions and the spirited charm of contemporary music. Their repertoire forms a vibrant tapestry of cultural fusion, seamlessly blending East and West, past and present. Witness Pico & Chihiro weave a spellbinding narrative that captivates hearts and leaves audiences spellbound.

Pico has showcased her talent at prestigious events like the Cherry Blossoms Festival, Powell Street Festival, and Nikkei Matsuri. Notably, she performed at the Global Soundscapes Festival presented by the Vancouver Inter-Cultural Orchestra.

In the spirit of storytelling, we pause to honour this land's ancient and contemporary narratives. We stand upon the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

Just as we celebrate the diverse voices of immigrant and refugee artists, we recognize the First Peoples who have woven this place's first and enduring tales. Their stories are a testament to resilience, creativity, and the power of community. As we come together from many corners of the world, may we always remember, respect, and learn from this land's stories.

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