Toronto Chinese Orchestra 多倫多中樂團

Matthew is a music student at York University, focusing primarily on composition and, more specifically, film score composition. Originally from Fergus, Ontario, where he grew up playing clarinet, bass clarinet and piano, Matthew’s bold and imaginative musical style, along with exquisite attention to detail, have earned him a sterling reputation throughout his post-secondary career. He regularly composes original scores for student produced films, spanning multiple genres and filmmakers. He... (more...)

Annie has been interested in traditional Chinese music since childhood and started playing the pipa at the age of eight after immigrating to Canada with her parents from China. She began her pipa studies with renowned pipa soloist Wendy Zhao since 2009. In the same year, she joined the Toronto Chinese Orchestra and participated in many performances around Canada. This year, Annie received the Ontario Volunteer Service Award, nominated by the Toronto Chinese Orchestra, and first place at Kiwanis Music... (more...)

Spire is an inspirational group of musicians who set out to create musical fusion between classical and pop music in both Eastern and Western styles. Consisting of seven players, Spire was established in December 2010. Spire aims to be a unique group that inspire its audience with style and originality. Spire，一個致力於將中西方不同的傳統與流行音樂加以完美融合的團隊。樂隊成立於2010年12月，由7位團員組成。作為一個年輕的音樂團體，Spire旨在為觀眾呈現獨一無二的風格以及原汁原味的創造力。 Amely... (more...)

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This year, our annual concert will take place on Saturday, June 30, 2012 at the Markham Theatre. This will be a special fundraising concert. We will be donating proceeds to the Centre for Information & Community Services (CICS). CICS provides a wide range of settlement programs and services in Toronto and York Region. They serve immigrants of all age groups through important services such as youth and family programs, language and training, employment, and settlement support. We hope you will... (more...)

William Tran leads percussion workshop for TCO youths  Read More →

TCO will perform during the opening ceremony of the 14th World Congress on Qigong and TCM When: May 25, 2012, 7 PM Where: Ryerson Theatre (Gerrard/Yonge) Web: www.modernhealer.ca/wcq  Read More →

Meet Lorne, a member from the plucked string section. TCO: How long have you been with the TCO? L: Since May 2011 TCO: What keeps you coming back? L: The people and the music. I really enjoy performing, it’s very exciting. TCO has really improved my playing, teamwork skills and it keeps me focused and attentive. Also, not knowing much about Chinese music and culture, TCO has been quite an experience! TCO: What instrument do you play and how long have you been playing? L: I play the daruan and I... (more...)

We are pleased that seven TCO members will receive the Ontario Volunteer Service Award. Mr. Richard Ng – 10 Year Award Mr. Felix Yeung – 10 Year Award Ms. Andrea Chan – Youth Award Ms. Jaimie Chan – Youth Award Ms. Annie Ning – Youth Award Mr. Ike Zhang – Youth Award Ms. Amely Zhou – Youth Award Award presentation on Mar. 27, 2012 at the Grand Baccus Banquet Hall & Convention Centre. Congratulations!    Read More →

Meet Edmond, a member from the winds section. TCO: How long have you been with the TCO? E: I have been with TCO for about half a year. TCO: What keeps you coming back? E: TCO has a friendly atmosphere and I enjoy my stay with TCO very much. TCO: What instrument do you play and how long have you been playing? E: Dizi (Chinese Flute). It is almost ten years since I learn dizi. TCO: How did you get started with this instrument? E: I joined the Chinese Orchestra at the high school in Hong Kong. Dizi... (more...)