Space, stillness, and shared music
Exploring Asian cultural traditions through music and mindful listening.
Of Japanese, Taiwanese and Singaporean heritage, the musicians of Life is an Echo draw on their diverse backgrounds to share the rich traditions of Asian music. Performing on erhu, guzheng, and a range of percussion instruments, they create a sound world in this meditative and immersive show.
Exploring concepts of mindful listening, form and structure, and the many ways in which sound and silence can be represented and notated for performance, students will be invited to reflect on the power of tone and silence, learning how music can help create space for themselves and others. Meditative, reflective, and deeply engaging, Life is an Echo invites students to pause, listen, and consider how music can create space for creativity, connection and reflection.
ZHAO LIANG GUZHENG
DAVID DAI ERHU
SATOMI OHNISHI PERCUSSION
Suitability
Suitable for students up to Year 8.
Curriculum and Cross-curriculum Links
English, HASS, Health and Physical Education, The Arts
Generously supported by Jo Strutt
"This was the first time our students really connected and engaged with programmatic music for the year. It has provided a wonderful springboard for more listening and composition opportunities.’ "
"Watching the student's faces light up when they saw the performers in real life, after getting to know them through the pre-show videos and activities, was a joy. Seeing children enjoy live music is wonderful to watch."
