Date: May 21 - Gala Book Launch and Reception
Location: Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden
Website: www.bccma.net

The B.C. Chinese Music Association’s publication Performance Materials for Chinese Musical Instruments focuses on the distinctive technical characteristics and performance techniques of Chinese musical instruments, based upon the rich history of Chinese music in Vancouver. Written in English, but cross-referenced with Chinese characters throughout, this book will facilitate the transfer of knowledge and preservation of specific instrumental traditions from the older generation of musicians to the younger, and particularly to the non-Chinese speaking generation. The book will act as an inter-generational bridge, enabling the next generation to document their musical stories and this unique aspect of Vancouver’s cultural heritage.

With support from the City of Vancouver’s 125th Anniversary Grants Program and the participation of the Government of Canada.