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December 2006 - February 2007 This is the fourth of a series of sonic exhibitions of electro-acoustic works on the theme of Australian perceptions of Asia by Australian women composers. This exhibition features Dang Kim Hien's new work Melodia Nostalgica, which expresses in sounds her feelings towards Asia, the homeland of the past for many Asian Australians
Melodia Nostalgica
Composer's notes: For me Asia is not an exotic place. Asia was my homeland of the past. Asia has been lingering in my mind as a place in which the scents of my memories have been preserved. While living in Australia and engaging in all aspects of an Australian life, a drop of dew, a bird call or the sound of heavy rain on the tin roof may at times trigger flashes of memories. Bitter or sweet, I have always treasured such moments. For me, the memories of the old land are the foundation for my efforts of planting the seeds for future flowers in Australia, my homeland of the present This piece of music combines the sounds of musical instruments from East and West. The interaction of the piano and the đàn bầu is a manifestation of the power of being able to appreciate and accept the differences. The calls of a flock of birds in the background act as a reminder that many people live a migratory life and are able to appreciate the beauties of all regions of the globe. The experimental monochord đàn bầu, created by Mr. Phan Chí Thanh, was used in this composition to generate low tones which cannot be produced on the traditional monochord. This is the first composition for this experimental instrument.
Chậm lần trên dây cũ Sounds and text copyright © 2006 by Dang Kim Hien This work was commissioned by the Australia Asia Foundation in 2006 This project was supported by the Australian Government through the Australia Council, its arts funding and advisory body. |
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