Defining Home wass an Art of Elan performance at Mingei International Museum, inspired by the “25 Million Stitches” exhibit that focuses on raising awareness of the global refugee crisis through large hand-sewn panels. This colorful musical program highlighted various folk traditions from around the world and featured the world premiere of a new work for solo violin and string quartet by San Diego composer Yale Strom.
Featuring:
“Folk Songs Set No. 11B” by Reza Vali (string quartet)
“Returning Souls: Four Short Pieces on Three Formosan Amis Legends” by Shih-Hui Chen (solo violin) (with violinist Pei-Chun Tsai).
”Dju Tongo” by Yale Strom
”Detroit”, a new commissioned work for solo violin and string ensemble by Yale Strom (with violinist Sara Caswell and the Hausmann Quartet) *world premiere
Pre-concert Exhibition Viewing & Champagne Reception | 5:30pm
Performance| 6:30pm
ENJOY THE MUSIC SAFELY:
Art of Elan will follow all local, county and state guidelines regarding COVID-19 protocols for concerts and programs during the 2022-2023 season.