May Spotlight: Zhongruan Duet Tennyson King and Chung-Ching Chen
- Wind Music
- May 6
- 3 min read
When a Western folk singer-songwriter meets an Eastern instrumental storyteller, a new kind of musical spark is born.
Dear Music Lover,
Hope you're doing well! As we step into May, Wind Music brings the spotlight back to Taiwan with a series of collaborative performances featuring international artists. This time, we’re excited to share some inspiring news from the world of musical exchange:
Canadian-Hong Kong artist Tennyson King is returning to Taiwan for another tour! This time, he’ll be collaborating with the exceptionally talented string instrumentalist Chung-Ching CHEN, a master of both the Liuqin and Zhongruan.
Connected by their shared passion for the Zhongruan, a traditional Chinese string instrument, the two artists will come together for a special concert and workshop on May 8th and 9th at two venues in Taipei.
We warmly invite all who are curious about the evolving sounds of traditional instruments to experience how East meets West, as these two musicians explore new musical possibilities and create fresh sparks through cultural and creative exchange.
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◍ Concert: Tennyson King x Chung-Ching CHEN | May 8 (Thursday) ◍
✧ Time: Performance 19:30–21:00
✧ Venue: Witch House
✧ Ticket: Presale NT$500 / At-the-door NT$550
✧ Ticketing Link: https://reurl.cc/QYEedo
◍ Workshop: Tennyson King x Chung-Ching CHEN | May 9 (Friday) ◍
Featuring zhongruan artist Hao-Chi Chiang
The three musicians will not only share the unique charm of the zhongruan, but also perform their latest works and collaborative pieces. They’ll talk about the background stories behind how they each encountered the zhongruan, and how they blend it with different genres and musical styles.
✧ Time: 19:00–21:00
✧ Venue: ONYX JAZZ CLUB
✧ Ticket: NT$500
✧ Registration Form: https://reurl.cc/aedLlQ
◍ Tennyson King Solo Concert | May 7 (Wednesday) ◍
Stories Sung from Afar — A Cross-Cultural Music Night with Tennyson King
A soulful evening blending nomadic romance and travel tales is coming for the first time to Taoyuan’s cozy independent bookstore, River Bookstore!Tennyson King, a folk musician from Hong Kong/Canada, brings an irresistible magnetic energy to the stage. His music weaves together English, Mandarin, and Cantonese lyrics, accompanied by instruments like the Zhongruan, acoustic guitar, and kick drum. The result is a rich fusion of folk-rock, roots, pop, and a touch of psychedelia.On this special night, Tennyson will perform a selection of original songs with warmth, humor, and audience interaction — all inspired by his travels and stories along the road. Let’s gather on Tuesday, May 7, and share this heartfelt musical journey with the traveling artist from Canada in the welcoming space of River Bookstore!
✧ Time: 19:30–21:00
✧ Venue: River Bookstore
✧ Ticket Price: NT$400
✧ Registration Form: https://reurl.cc/YYYymD
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Tennyson King (CA/HK)
Tennyson King is a folk musician from Hong Kong and Canada, known for his magnetic charm and captivating energy. His music blends English, Mandarin, and Cantonese lyrics with a unique instrumentation of kick drum, zhongruan, electric guitar, and acoustic guitar.
Fusing elements of folk-rock, roots music, pop, and psychedelia, Tennyson delivers performances that are both engaging and uplifting. His positive attitude, interactive songs, and humorous storytelling—often drawn from his travels—ignite enthusiasm in audiences wherever he goes.
Chung-Ching CHEN (TW)
Chung-Ching Chen is a plucked-string instrumentalist and composer from Taipei. She is a member of the Sizhukong Jazz Ensemble and Spectro 7, and serves as an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Chinese Music at NTUA.
Known for her rich narrative style and musical versatility, she skillfully weaves together diverse musical traditions. Grounded in Chinese music, her work integrates elements of jazz, Latin music, and Brazilian dance, expanding her artistic expression across genres.
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