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November 4, 2024 — 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Anvil Theatre

Hung-Wei Huang & Aslan Aslanov

Presented by the Vancouver Chamber Music Society in collaboration with Anvil Theatre.

Introducing Hung-Wei Huang, the new principal violist of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, making his debut on the Vancouver Chamber Music Society’s Anvil Centre stage. Join us for an intimate recital featuring Huang and pianist Aslan Aslanov.

Hung-Wei Huang: Hung-Wei Huang is an internationally acclaimed violist, who became the youngest-ever principal viola of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra and has since held principal positions with the Seoul Philharmonic Orchestra and the New York Philharmonic. He has also served as guest principal viola for the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, London Symphony Orchestra, and London Philharmonic Orchestra.

Huang has graced prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall, Boston’s Jordan Hall, and the Kennedy Center, and has performed at the Marlboro, Santa Fe, and Great Mountain Festivals. His collaborations include performances with renowned artists like Joshua Bell, Myung-Wha Chung, Lang Lang, Yo-Yo Ma, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Paula Robison, and Mitsuko Uchida, as well as members of the Guarneri, Juilliard, and Orion string quartets.

Aslan Aslanov: Aslan Aslanov is a dynamic and passionate pianist known for his vibrant creativity. Born in a Siberian village to Azeri parents, Aslan discovered his love for music at age 6. By 9, he had already won 3rd prize in a provincial competition in Tyumen. He later moved to Azerbaijan, attended the Special Music School in Baku, and continued to excel, winning 2nd prize in the national music competition in 2010.

Aslanov’s international studies took him to festivals in Ukraine, Poland, Italy, Finland, Greece, and Russia. He received a scholarship to the Vancouver Academy of Music, where he completed the Artist Diploma Program and won 2nd place in the Canadian National Music Competition. In 2019, he made his Carnegie Hall debut. Aslanov completed his master’s degree at UBC in 2022 and continues to connect with audiences through his performances and teaching.

Program: TBA

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness the debut of Hung-Wei Huang alongside Aslan Aslanov in an intimate and captivating recital. Secure your tickets now for an afternoon of exceptional musical artistry.

ABOUT VANCOUVER CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY (VCMS)

The Vancouver Chamber Music Society is among the leading presenters of exceptional chamber music in Western Canada. Showcasing world-renowned chamber ensembles, accomplished soloists, and captivating recital artists, our organization embraces the rich heritage of classical music. We are delighted to bring our fourth annual series to the cultural and commercial hub at Anvil Theatre, offering New Westminster an unparalleled musical experience that transcends time and captivates the senses.

SINGLE TICKET PRICE: $28 plus service charges
SERIES SUBSCRIPTON PRICE: $140 plus service charges
To purchase a subscription, please call our box office at 604.521.5050. Single tickets will go on sale on August 20, 2024

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Located at the geographical centre of Metro Vancouver in the heart of downtown New Westminster, Anvil Centre is within easy reach of downtown Vancouver, the Fraser Valley and nearby suburbs, YVR and Abbotsford airports and BC Ferries.

By Transit

Anvil Centre is located at 777 Columbia St., and is across the street from the New Westminster SkyTrain station (Eighth St. exit). The New Westminster station is serviced by the SkyTrain Expo and Millennium Lines, and is less than a 30-minute ride from downtown Vancouver.

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By Car

New Westminster is connected to Metro Vancouver’s major highways and arteries via three bridges: the Alex Fraser and Queensborough Bridges (connecting Highway 91 and the East-West Connector), the Pattullo Bridge (connecting Surrey’s King George Boulevard) and the Port Mann Bridge (connecting Highway 1). The South Fraser Perimeter Road (Highway 17) also provides a quick, direct route to New Westminster.
By Bike

The scenic 26-km BC Parkway is a multi-use path that roughly parallels the SkyTrain Expo Line, connecting Surrey City Centre, New Westminster, South Burnaby and Vancouver. The BC Parkway passes within a block of Anvil Centre. Bike racks can be found along Columbia St.
Parking

Underground parking
Anvil Centre features three levels of underground parking with 270 stalls. The parkade is accessed off of Eighth Street.

1 hour: $3.25
5 hours: $9.00
10 hours: $15.00

Rates for less than one hour are also available.

Parkade
Parking is also available at two large nearby parkades. Adjacent to Anvil Centre is the Shops at New West multi-level parkade, located at the corner of Eighth Street and Columbia St. The Front Street Parkade, accessed from Fourth and Sixth Streets and just south of Columbia, offers reasonably priced hourly and daily parking rates.

On-street parking
Hourly pay meter parking can be found on the streets in and around Anvil Centre. Please note most meters have time limits.

There is complimentary drop-off/pick-up parking (15min MAX) for all Anvil Centre program on Parking Level 1 (in non-reserved stalls). Please note that complimentarily spaces are not reserved and depend on availability.

Event Detail

Hung-Wei Huang & Aslan Aslanov

Presented by the Vancouver Chamber Music Society in collaboration with Anvil Theatre.

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