[Past Event] ANAM Soundbite: Kane Chang (piano)

Soundbites are a series of hour-long lunchtime concerts curated and performed by musicians of the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM), featuring diverse solo and chamber repertoire. They are open to the public and are a space for musicians to present their own artistic vision with ANAM’s support.

This month’s Soundbite features a program curated by pianist Kane Chang, who will perform three compositions of the romantic period alongside his fellow ANAM musicians.

Ensemble:

• Kane Chang (VIC) piano
• Leo Nguyen (VIC) piano
• Lily Bryant (ACT) flute
• Daniel Chiou (QLD) cello

Pieces:

• DUKAS (arr. Roques) The Sorcerer’s Apprentice
• LISZT Réminiscences de Norma
• FARRENC Trio for flute, cello and piano

About

Since he gave his first recital at the age of 13, Kane Chang decided to make music his lifelong career. In 2009, he moved to Melbourne from China and continued to learn piano with Glenn Riddle. In 2019, Kane completed a Bachelor of Music with Honours at the University of Melbourne, and in 2021, commenced training at the Australian National Academy of Music with Timothy Young.

As a performer, Kane has performed for radio and online broadcasts across Australia, China, and Hong Kong. The highlight of his early career was performing Rachmaninov’s Second Piano Concerto with the New Goldberg Orchestra in 2016. He has also performed in masterclasses with renowned pianists including Dan Shaoyi, Daniel Herscovitch, Alexandre Dossin, Julie Haskell, and Konstantin Shamray.

Accessibility

The Rosina Function Space is wheelchair accessible through the Rosina Courtyard entrance.

Gender-neutral and accessible toilets are available close to the venue.

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