The Michigan Philharmonic Presents--The Sounds of the Pacific Rim

Friday, April 24th, 2026--7:30pm

The Hawk Mainstage

Music and ancient instruments of the Pacific Rim come together in one concert celebrating the cultural heritage of the Pacific Basin. Featuring Chinese-born Erhu master, Xiao Dong Wei, performing The Crouching Tiger Concerto for Erhu and Chamber Orchestra, - a concert work based on Tan Dun’s Oscar-winning score for Ang Lee's Oscar-winning film, Crouching Tiger- Hidden Dragon. Japanese Taiko Drums will also take center stage with the orchestra for a piece celebrating these ancient percussion instruments.

Celebrating it’s 80th season, the Michigan Philharmonic is one of the most innovative and dynamic professional orchestras in Southeast Michigan. Nan Washburn, Music Director & Conductor since 1999, has won 19 ASCAP Awards for Adventurous Programming of Contemporary Music from the League of American Orchestras. In 2019 the Michigan Philharmonic was awarded Second Place in the American Prize for Professional Orchestras.