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Concert: First Impressions – Piano Quintet: Impressionist Immersive Experience

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Come join us and immerse yourselves in “First Impressions”, a multimedia experience, an enchanting fusion of impressionist music and paintings.

In this experience, you will enjoy a piano quintet performance presented by PlayMud, and simultaneously immerse yourself in a flowery setting among projections of animated impressionist paintings.

Take inspiration from the ethereal beauty of French Impressionism, offering a mesmerising multiscensory show that engages all your senses. Through captivating visual elements and scents, the concert transports you into a realm where melodies come to life in vibrant hues and evocative imagery. Experience a sensory journey that captivates your imagination and leaves an indelible impression.

Featuring a world premiere of “First Impressions” by Israel Lai, the concert experience promises an unforgettable blend of music and immersive artistry.

Programme:
Ravel: Bolero, M.81, arranged by James Cheung for piano quintet
Debussy: String Quartet in G minor, op.10 – 1st & 2nd movements
Ravel: Pavane pour une infante défunte, M.19, arranged by James Cheung for piano quintet
Ravel: String Quartet in F, M.35 – 1st and 2nd movements
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Israel Lai: First Impressions, for piano quintet (World premiere)
Faure: Piano Quintet No. 2 in C minor, op.115

Presented by PlayMud Piano Quintet
Piano: Israel Lai
1st Violin: Michael Fung
2nd Violin: Kishi Li
Viola: James Cheung
Cello: Jackie Choi

Early-bird and concessionary tickets are available for this event, both at £12. For the early-bird tickets, enter “earlybird” as a code during checkout.