For Guo Ziyao, Chopin's music holds a special place, characterized by its unique emotional expression that is delicate, sensitive, and sincere—qualities she passionately brings to life on stage. On September 1, 2024, the Shanghai Grand Theatre will host Guo Ziyao, an extraordinary figure in the music industry, as she masterfully blends vocal and piano performances. Through a captivating repertoire that interweaves piano compositions, vocal drama, poetry, and more, Guo Ziyao offers Shanghai audiences a fresh perspective on classical music. Her performance promises a unique musical journey that will resonate deeply with Chopin enthusiasts and classical music aficionados alike, showcasing her unparalleled ability to fuse different art forms into a seamless and enchanting experience.

Programme

Chopin-Marischka: "In mir klingt ein Lied" (After Chopin Étude in E Major "Tristesse", Op. 10 No. 3)

Chopin: Préludes, Op. 28 No. 1-8

Chopin-Viardot: 12 Mazurkas for Voice and Piano (excerpts)

1. Aime-moi, VWV 4020

III. Plainte d'amour, VWV 4024

1. Coquette, VWV 4025
2. La jeune fille, VWV 4029
3. Berceuse, VWV 4030
4. La danse, VWV 4031

---Intermission---

Fauré: Mandoline, from 5 Mélodies de Venise, Op. 58

Fauré: Après un rêve, from 3 Mélodies, Op. 7

Fauré: Ballade in F-sharp Major, Op. 19

Chopin: Nocturnes in B Major, Op. 62 No. 1

Bellini: Vaga luna, che inargenti

Rossini: L'invito (Bolero), Soirées musicales

Donizetti: Amore e morte

Rossini: La danza (Tarentella), Soirées musicales

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