Sounds of the City at UAB: Homecoming Harmony

Jeremy Tan, clarinet

Li Jun Hao, oboe

Joshua Lau, piano

Pre-Concert Talk

ANTAL DORATI
Five Pieces for Solo Oboe

SERGEI RACHMANINOV
Preludes, Op. 23, Nos. 1–5
No. 1 in F♯ minor (Largo)
No. 2 in B♭ major (Maestoso)
No. 3 in D minor (Tempo di minuetto)
No. 4 in D major (Andante cantabile)
No. 5 in G minor (Alla marcia)

GERALD FINZI
5 Bagatelles for Clarinet and Piano, Op.23

Three Penang-born talents return home to share their artistry in a captivating recital featuring works by Antal Dorati, Sergei Rachmaninov and Gerald Finzi. The oboe takes centre stage with its expressive elegance, followed by the piano's powerful versatility in a series of evocative pieces, and the clarinet's warm lyricism paired with the piano. The concert will conclude with a special piece performed by all three musicians, combining their unique talents for a finale that promises to be both thrilling and memorable. A homecoming celebration of virtuosity and musical brilliance not to be missed!

Sounds of the City is a collaboration between Think City and Rondo, and through this series, we will be presenting a series of recitals set to take place at U.A.B. Building, George Town. Our gratitude to Piano Atelier & Gallery for sponsoring the piano for this recital.