Concerts
The Center will host or co-host Concerts that are related to Taiwan or Taiwanese Americans. For instance, Aboriginal music from Taiwan, Folk Music, orchaestral performances, and more.
Past Events
A TAIWAN NIGHT AT THE AQUARIUM
From Formosa - Taiwan Philharmonic Chamber Ensemble
Co-presented by the Bridge Music Series and the Center for Taiwan Studies at UC San Diego
Venue Birch Aquarium, 2300 Expedition Way, La Jolla, CA 92037
Time 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., May 13, Wednesday
Celebrating “America250” and Taiwanese American Heritage Week, Taiwan Philharmonic proudly presents “From Formosa,” a premier cultural diplomacy tour showcasing Taiwan’s rich musical tapestry. Led by Concertmaster Hao-Tun Teng and an elite chamber ensemble, the performance features acclaimed pianist Chun-Chieh Yen and the soulful voices of the Taiwu Ballads Troupe.
The program bridges tradition and modernity, spanning Tyzen Hsiao’s iconic Aboriginal Suite, contemporary Hakka compositions, and the highly anticipated world premiere of a new work by composer Ke-Chia Chen. From the raw beauty of indigenous Paiwan chants to contemporary piano quintets, this concert offers a captivating journey through Taiwan’s diverse heritage.
Photo Credit: NSO Facebook
Media reports (in Traditional Chinese)
－NSO再訪加州大學聖地牙哥分校 校長揭鞏固台美關係的重要橋樑
－「在這個被中國宣稱擁有主權的島嶼上」 美國權威樂評看NSO巡演背後深意
Bridge Music Series
Experience an extraordinary evening of music with the Bridge Music Series, featuring an acclaimed ensemble of musicians: Aiyun Huang (percussion), Felix Fan (cello), Corry Smythe (piano), Joshua Rubin (clarinet), and Chi-Yuan Chen (viola). Don’t miss this captivating performance that bridges innovation and artistry in an unforgettable concert!
- Date: Wednesday May 14th, 2025
- Time: 7pm
- Location: Conrad Prebys Concert Hall, UCSD
- Tickets: General $20, UC San Diego Faculty, Staff, Alumni $10, all students free.
- Students : Free with ID Purchase Online
Streaming LIVE for FREE at http://music.ucsd.edu/live
Bridge Music Series Presents:
Taiwan National Symphony Orchestra
Transportation
To get from the UC San Diego trolley station (located on the Blue Line) to the Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center on campus, follow these steps:
To get from the UC San Diego trolley station (located on the Blue Line) to the Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center on campus, follow these steps:
From the station, it's about a 5–10 minute walk.
- Get off at the UC San Diego Central Campus Station.
- Exit the station and follow signs or pathways leading toward the campus. You’ll find yourself near Gilman Drive and Rupertus Lane. Head towards Gilman Drive.
- Walk to the Conrad Prebys Concert Hall.
- Take Rupertus Lane and continue straight. You’ll pass the Visual Arts Facility before reaching the Music Center.
- Exit the Gilman Parking Structure.
- Use the pedestrian exits on the west side of the structure (closest to Gilman Drive).
- Cross the street of Russel Lane to the Conrad Presby Concert Hall.
Performers
- Ching-Mei Lin: Enchanted Forest Whispers for string quartet and harp
(commissioned by Hakka Affairs Council, USA premiere) - Lei Liang: Song Recollections (string quartet, based on Taiwanese aboriginal songs)
- Earl Kim: Now and Then for soprano, flute, and strings
- R. Murray Schafer: Theseus for harp and string quartet
The UCSD Center for Taiwan Studies is proud to present a new collaboration with the UCSD Department of Music, as the Taiwan National Symphony Orchestra performs LIVE at UCSD’s very own Conrad Preby’s Music Center on Tuesday, November 26th, 2024 at 7 PM! Featuring Flutist, Improvist, and Composer Anna Chandavarkar and award winning coloratura soprano Kirsten Ashley Wiest, the orchestra will play music from the classical and the contemporary, bridging the gap between the two genres to create a beautiful symphony of cultural connections across different disciplines. For general admissions, the concert will cost $20 per person, however for UCSD Staff and Faculty, the cost is reduced to $10! Furthermore, for UCSD students, admission is FREE! We hope you come join us in this revolutionary movement in orchestral music!
Sound of Taiwan:
Taiwanese Culture Goodwill Mission of the National Day
- Date: October 2 (Monday), 2023 at 7:00 p.m.
- Address: Joan B Kroc Theatre (Link to Google Map)
- Performer: Formosa Melody Music Center 當代樂坊 (Link to Trailer)