“A gem of a recital… played consummately.” – FringeReview
Ensemble Fioritura’s concert explores evolving cultural perspectives on gender identity and queer life by juxtaposing two newly composed song cycles—each featuring six sonnets by Shakespeare and 2021 National Poetry Competition winner Eric Yip. These works are brought to life by Keith Pun‘s gender-defying countertenor, praised by The Guardian in a 5-star review of his recent Royal Opera House debut for the “brilliance” of his “multiple modes in his soaring voice.”
The performance will be followed by a short talk and Q&A session, offering audiences the opportunity to engage with the artists and composer in a discussion about the music, its exploration of gender identity and queer life, and the creative process behind these thought-provoking song cycles.
Founded in 2022 by Karen Wong and Lance Mok, the wind-and-piano ensemble of flexible instrumentation mainly consists of Hong Kong-born musicians based either in the UK or Hong Kong. Apart from expanding the repertoire and exploring the soundworld of the combination of instruments, promoting the music of our time and inspiring social discourses are central to their ambition.
Programme:
Lance Mok | Songs to the Fair Youth: 6 Songs on Fluidity, Op. 20 (world premiere)
Angela Morley | Valse bleue
Benjamin Britten (arr. Lance Mok) | Final tableau from Death in Venice
Lance Mok | 6 Character Sonnets by Eric Yip, Op. 21 (world premiere)
Keith Pun • countertenor
Lance Mok • piano
Karen Wong • flute & piccolo
Alvin Wong • saxophones
This recital is co-curated by Sandra Lam of Hidden Keileon.
Age Recommendation:
All ages. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
Price: *All ticket prices below include a £1 booking fee.*
Standard £13 • Living Support £9 • Student £9
Access Information
This event is in the Main Hall, which is located on the ground floor.
All the ground-floor rooms are fully accessible by wheelchair. Main Hall (street access, step-free), Brockway Room (street access, step-free), Bertrand Russell Room (street access, shallow ramp), Cafe (street access, step-free). There is also an accessible toilet on the ground floor opposite the Brockway Room.
Further Info
Our pop-up bar will be open before and during the interval of the performance, in our foyer. It serves a selection of ethically and sustainably produced drinks.
If you have any accessibility enquiries, please contact us at info@conwayhall.org.uk / 020 7405 1818.