James Jin and Xing Wang - Violin & Piano

Waikanae Music Society season opens with a violin and piano recital from a pair of very accomplished and sought-after Auckland musicians – violinist James Jin and pianist Xing Wang. James, after many years with the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra, now teaches at the University of Auckland School of Music, is guest Concertmaster of Christchurch Symphony Orchestra, and Artistic or Musical Director of many other organisations. Studies in NZ and United States led to numerous prizes and awards.
Xing Wang is one of New Zealand most sought-after pianists, as a concerto soloist with many New Zealand orchestras, and as solo recitalist in many countries around the globe. She is a passionate chamber musician, particularly (along with James) with the Auckland Piano Trio. Xing has been a prize-winner in many competitions in New Zealand, USA, Italy and China.

The duo’s programme is guaranteed to please – as well as two famous classical sonatas, there will be recital favourites by Kreisler and Monti and a pair of intriguing Chinese compositions.

Door sales will be available for this concert, or tickets can be bought from Waikanae New World or from Moby Dickens Books in Paraparaumu Beach. Ticket enquiries are welcome on 022 345 5316.

PROGRAMME
Mozart: Sonata for Violin and Piano No 21 in E Minor, K304
Kreisler: Liebesleid
Ma – Li: Spring of Xinjiang
Beethoven: Sonata for Violin and Piano No 5, Op 24 "Spring"
Sha: Pastoral Song
Monti: Csardas