Launch Concert with Qui Xia He and André Thibault, from Silk Road Music
During Asian Heritage Month, Kulea Culture Society presents Stories from the Silk Roads, a four-day event of music and film to celebrate the rich heritage of Canadians with roots in the Asian continent. Visit our website to see program and film schedule: kuleaculturesociety.org
Launch Concert on May 8th at Hermann’s Jazz Club features Qui Xia He and André Thibault, from Silk Road Music
With an introduction to the Silk Roads, one of the oldest trade routes connecting East and West.
Silk Road Music takes audiences on a cultural journey, showcasing the musical prowess: Qiu Xia He, a virtuosi of the Chinese pipa, and the multi-instrumentalist Andre Thibault on Guitar,Middle Eastern lute and others. The pipa, with its expressive range, serves as the focal point, bridging musical traditions from around the world. Qiu Xia He's journey mirrors the explorations of ancient Chinese travellers, revealing the universal language of music. Their shared passion has led the duo on tours worldwide, captivating audiences from Montreal to London, from France to Philadelphia, and from British Columbia to Hawaii. They have performed alongside symphony orchestras, including the Victoria Symphony of BC. Through Silk Road Music, Qiu Xia He and Andre Thibault beckon listeners on a musical adventure, exploring music woven by the pipa's strings. Experience the cultural exchange of the Silk Road.
The Arts on View Society was incorporated in December 2016 for the purpose of preserving Hermann’s Jazz Club and continuing to enhance the public’s appreciation of jazz, blues and world music through all-ages live performance. As the longest continuous running jazz club in Canada, Hermann’s has been at the forefront of providing the opportunity for local and visiting musicians to showcase their talents for the past 40 years. The Arts on View Society operates Hermann’s Jazz Club and the View Street Social.