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Chinese Cultural Week

CFAS in MP image 3The Chinese Fine Arts Society Celebrates Chinese Cultural Week in Chicago with Free Events for the Whole Family In Millennium Park and Navy Pier.

The Chinese Fine Arts Society presents an array of events in Millennium Park as part of Chinese Cultural Week in Chicago from July 19 – 27. These include a dramatic reenactment of the Chinese legend – Qi Xi; daily family friendly music and dance presentations, and a classical concert on the Jay Pritzker Pavilion stage.

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The Chinese Fine Arts Society is 25!

LionDancerbyDeshunWang[1]Founded in 1984, the Chinese Fine Arts Society is proud to be celebrating our 25th anniversary in 2009.

Events include:

  • Chinese New Year Extravaganza held at Navy Pier on January 24, 2009
  • Ceramics Exhibition held at TECO Chinese Cultural Center on February 21, 2009
  • 20th Annual All Chinese Music Concert held at the Chicago Cultural Center on May 17, 2009
  • Chinese Cultural Week Activities held in Millennium Park July 19-27, 2009
  • 25th Annual Music Festival in Honor of Confucius held at Sherwood Conservatory on October 25, 2009
  • 25th Annual Music Festival in Honor of Confucius Winners Concert held at the Chicago Cultural Center on November 22, 2009

Download a PDF which lists all 25th Anniversary events.

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China Spectacle: Qi Xi

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Kicking off the celebration of Chinese Cultural Week in Chicago and CFAS’s 25th Anniversary on Sunday, July 19 at 2:30 pm is the China Spectacle – an engaging performance of music and dance which celebrates Qi Xi – the ancient Chinese love story of Niulang and Zhinu, the cowherd and the weaver fairy.

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Navy Pier: “Neighborhoods of Chicago: Chinatown”

232323232fp6>nu=3236>-;3>252>WSNRCG=323245454292-nu0mrjEnjoy a spectacular afternoon of Chinese music, dance and costumes, complete with lion dancers; martial arts and tai chi demonstrations; folk dances by Ling Ling Pao Dance Studio and demonstrations of traditional musical instruments. Fun for the entire family. Presented by Navy Pier and the Chinese Fine Arts Society.

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Family Fun Festival Performances

June_06_CFAS_106Renowned erhu player Betti Xiang, the Little Star Dance Troupe, Chinese traditional instrumentalists Kerry Leung, Alexander Li, Judy Tseng, and the Chinese Fine Arts Society Chorus will perform fun and inspiring traditional and folk pieces the whole family will enjoy. Presented by Millennium Park and the Chinese Fine Arts Society. Sponsored by Target.

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In Tribute: A Chinese Voyage

 

In Tribute PosterIn Tribute: A Chinese Voyage, a concert in honor of our late founder Barbara Tiao and in celebration of our 25th Anniversary as part of Millennium Park’s Dusk Variations: A Chamber Series will be held on July 27, 2009 at 6:30 pm.

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July 27 Patrons’ Reception

 

You are cordially invited to join us at a reception following In Tribute: A Chinese Voyage on July 27, 2009. In Tribute is open to the public, bringing this wonderful concert experience to a broad audience in Chicago. However, we have a block of seating reserved for our special patrons, whose generous ongoing support enables us to deliver programs that carry forward Barbara Tiao’s vision of cross-cultural exchange through music and the arts.

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Music Festival in Honor of Confucius (MFHC) Competition

News update:

The 25th Annual MFHC Application is now available for download and a new Chinese Instrument Category has been announced. Check out our Competition page for more info!

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Conrad Tao at Ravinia!

Conrad TaoWe are so pleased to announce that Conrad Tao, winner of previous CFAS competitions, will be featured at Ravinia this summer at a concert on Monday, July 6th.

More information can be found on Ravinia’s web site.

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Barbara Tiao 1934 – 2008

We are saddened to share with you the tragic news of the departure of our beloved founder, Mrs. Barbara Tiao, on March 12, 2008.

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