2026 Bass Around Asia Concert
How many stories can a double bass tell?
With its rich, resonant tone and remarkable expressive range, the double bass is both the foundation of the orchestra and a compelling solo instrument capable of exceptional warmth and lyricism.
Presented by Bass Around Asia and YY Art, The Resonance of Bass: From Baroque to Modern Asia brings together musicians from diverse cultural backgrounds for a musical journey spanning more than three centuries. Centered on the voice of the double bass, the program connects Baroque masterpieces, nineteenth-century opera, contemporary Taiwanese compositions, and beloved musical theatre classics.
The first half opens with selected movements from Vivaldi's The Four Seasons, celebrating the elegance and vitality of the Baroque era. Huang Jun Da's Three Poems of Penghu paints vivid musical portraits inspired by the Penghu Islands, followed by Puccini's timeless aria Nessun Dorma. Yang Ting-Ting's At the Alley Corner captures everyday memories through a contemporary Taiwanese perspective. The first half concludes with Bottesini's Grand Duo Concertante, a masterpiece that showcases the virtuosity and lyrical beauty of the double bass.
The second half begins with Simón Garcia's The River Fisherman, an evocative work inspired by nature and storytelling. Huang Jun Da's Taiwan Folk Song Suite reimagines traditional Taiwanese folk melodies through a contemporary musical language. The concert concludes with selections from Les Misérables, The Phantom of the Opera, and Saint-Saëns' The Carnival of the Animals, demonstrating the remarkable versatility of the double bass across classical repertoire, contemporary music, and musical theatre.
From Baroque Europe to contemporary Asia, this program celebrates the universal language of music and the enduring resonance of the double bass across cultures, traditions, and generations.
We warmly invite you to join us for an unforgettable evening of musical resonance.
Program
Antonio Vivaldi Excerpts from The Four Seasons
黃俊達 Huang Jun Da Three Poems of Penghu
Giacomo Puccini Nessun Dorma from Turandot
楊婷婷 Yang Ting-Ting 巷口駐 Alley Station
Giovanni Bottesini Grand Duo Concertante
Intermission
Simón García The River Fisherman
黃俊達 Huang Jun Da Taiwan Folk Song Suite
Claude-Michel Schönberg Les Misérables
Andrew Lloyd Webber The Phantom of the Opera
Camille Saint-Saëns Excerpts from The Carnival of the Animals
Musicians
Artem Chirkov, double bass
Julian Li,
double bass
Mandy Liao,
double bass
Mavzhida Gimaletdinova,
piano
With special guests
Eric Hansen, double bass
Sukol Sirisak,
double bass
Sheng-Kai Wen,
double bass
2026 International Artist Lessons
This summer, Bass Around Asia proudly welcomes five internationally acclaimed artists to Taiwan for an exclusive series of one-to-one lessons and collaborative piano coaching.
Whether you are preparing for competitions, auditions, university entrance examinations, or simply looking to develop your artistry, our personalized lessons provide professional guidance tailored to your individual goals.
Our lessons are recommended for:
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Competition preparation
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Orchestra auditions
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University entrance examinations
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Solo repertoire
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Concertos
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Orchestra excerpts
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Musical interpretation
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Performance skills
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Collaborative piano coaching
All lessons will be held at YY ART Studio (3-minute walk from MRT Sanchong Junior High School Station, Exit 1).
Artem Chirkov | Russia
An international double bassist and educator, and winner of the inaugural Bradetich Foundation International Double Bass Competition, Artem is regularly invited to teach at festivals and artist programs worldwide. His lessons focus on tone production, bow technique, musical interpretation, technical development, and artistic performance.
Availability: 11–20 August 2026
Rate: NT$4,000 / 50 minutes
Julian Li | Singapore
An international double bassist and educator, as well as former Principal Double Bass of the Hangzhou Philharmonic Orchestra, Julian performs and teaches extensively throughout Asia. His lessons emphasize technical refinement, musical interpretation, competition preparation, and confident stage performance.
Availability: 11–20 August 2026
Rate: NT$3,000 / 50 minutes
Eric Hansen | USA
International double bassist, educator, and respected performer Eric Hansen regularly presents masterclasses and artist residencies worldwide. His teaching emphasizes efficient technique, healthy body mechanics, refined tone production, and expressive musicianship.
Availability 15–20 August 2026
Rate: NT$4,000 / 50 minutes
Sukol Sirisak | Thailand
International double bassist and educator actively performing and teaching throughout Asia. His lesson focus on building a solid technical foundation, developing a rich and resonant tone, refining musical interpretation, and enhancing confident performance.
Availability: 15–20 August 2026
Rate: NT$3,000 / 50 minutes
Mavzhida Gimaletdinova | Russia
An International concert pianist and collaborative pianist, Mavzhida is an Associate Professor at the Saint Petersburg State Conservatory. With extensive experience in international competitions, festivals, and chamber music, she specializes in collaborative performance, stylistic interpretation, and professional performance preparation.
Availability: 11–20 August 2026
Rates:
- Piano Lesson: NT$4,000 / 50 minutes
- Collaborative Piano Rehearsal: NT$2,000 / session
- Competition / Concert Performance: NT$4,000 / event
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2026 Bass Around Asia Concert
Every summer, BAA hosts an international concert in Taiwan, uniting musicians from Russia, Singapore, and beyond, while presenting a selection of original masterpieces. For those who share our passion for the double bass and music, this annual celebration is not to be missed.
2026 Bass Around Asia Masterclass
Bass Around Asia (BAA) has long been dedicated to promoting the art of the double bass, with its core mission focused on cultivating the next generation of young Asian performers.
Faculty Team: Russian maestro Artem will share his mastery of bowing techniques and the rehearsal principles of European orchestras in a comprehensive session. Singaporean maestro Julian will provide an in-depth exploration ranging from stage presence to cross-genre performance styles.
2026 Bass Around Asia International Competition
The International Double Bass Competition was founded to promote the art and education of the double bass, bringing greater visibility and appreciation to this instrument. Through the platform of the competition, we aim to provide young students and children learning the double bass with more resources, mentorship, and performance opportunities, helping them broaden their horizons, refine their skills, and build connections with the international music community.
