The Vancouver Metropolitan Orchestra launched its 23rd season with a concert that set the tone for an ambitious year ahead. The opening night combined a world premiere, masterful chamber playing, and the brilliance of internationally acclaimed pianist David Fung.
Conductor Ken Hsieh summed up the excitement: “What a fantastic season opening to have three internationally renowned musicians on stage with the VMO for the 23rd season opening!”
A PREMIERE AND A PARTNERSHIP
The program began with the world premiere of a new work by resident composer Aidan Wong, showcasing the orchestra’s commitment to supporting contemporary voices. But the heart of the evening was the collaboration between Fung and celebrated string players Christel Lee on violin and Jonathan Rosemann on cello.
Together, the trio brought Beethoven’s Piano Trio to life with energy, lyricism, and a refined sense of dialogue between the instruments.
A HOMECOMING PERFORMANCE
For Fung, whose artistry has been described by The Washington Post as “ravishing and simply gorgeous,” the performance marked a return to his home city of Vancouver. Though now based between New York and Vancouver, Fung’s career has taken him across the globe. He has performed as a soloist with some of the world’s most distinguished orchestras, including the Cleveland Orchestra, the Detroit Symphony, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, and the San Francisco Symphony.
His collaborations with conductors such as Gustavo Dudamel, Marin Alsop, and Christian Zacharias have established him as a pianist of remarkable versatility and depth.
MASTER OF THE WORLD STAGE
Beyond the concerto stage, Fung is a sought-after recitalist and chamber musician, appearing at festivals such as Aspen, Ravinia, Caramoor, Edinburgh, and Hong Kong Arts. He has captivated audiences at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, the Kennedy Center, Gewandhaus, and the Zürich Tonhalle.
His chamber collaborations include work with the Brentano, Dover, and Jupiter Quartets, each adding to his reputation as an artist of both precision and passion.
RECORDINGS AND RECOGNITION
His recordings further reflect his artistry. For the Steinway & Sons label, Fung released Transcendent Beethoven and a critically praised Mozart sonata series, both earning acclaim for their clarity and bold interpretation. He has also appeared on more than a dozen releases with Pentatone, Orchid, Genuin, Yarlung, and Naxos.
A laureate of the Queen Elisabeth International Music Competition in Brussels and the Arthur Rubinstein International Masters Competition in Tel Aviv, Fung’s journey has been marked by excellence at every step.
AN UNFORGETTABLE OPENING NIGHT
The VMO’s season opener placed Fung’s artistry at its core, offering Vancouver audiences a rare chance to hear a musician of such international stature in an intimate setting. David Fung’s performance with VMO‘s Lee and Rosemann reflected not only virtuosity but also a spirit of collaboration that elevated the evening into something unforgettable.
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