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Learn more documenting the contributions and collaborations of musicians of the
Asian and Asian American diaspora in Chicago.
september, 2022
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Chicago Cultural Center, Claudia Cassidy Theater 12:15-1:15pm - TOYOAKI Jazz Ensemble, Presented by Asian Improv Tatsu Aoki - Shamisen Lori Ashikawa - Violin Mai
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Chicago Cultural Center, Claudia Cassidy Theater
- 12:15-1:15pm – TOYOAKI Jazz Ensemble, Presented by Asian Improv
Tatsu Aoki – Shamisen
Lori Ashikawa – Violin
Mai Sugimoto – Alto Sax, Flute
Tadamichi Hosokawa – Bass
Kioto Aoki = Taiko
The Toyoaki Ensemble is the derivative of one of the longest standing amalgams of Tatsu Aoki’s the MIYUMI Project, drawing upon the aesthetics of Japanese traditional music and Chicago’s creative jazz. The presentations draw from the aesthetics of Geisha House chamber music. These ‘structured’ improvisational pieces stem from a conceptual framework that each band member contributes and interprets which creates the unique blending of modern application with traditional sensibility.
Time
(Thursday) 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
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We’re celebrating the Year of Chicago Dance with FREE performances and community workshops on the Riverwalk! Movers, makers, musicians (and perhaps a flash mob or two!) showcase the city’s dynamic
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We’re celebrating the Year of Chicago Dance with FREE performances and community workshops on the Riverwalk! Movers, makers, musicians (and perhaps a flash mob or two!) showcase the city’s dynamic dance scene. All are invited to take their turn on the “dance floor” at pre-show classes for all ages and abilities.
More information HERE.
Time
(Saturday) 12:00 pm
Location
Columbus Plaza
233 E Wacker Dr, Chicago, IL 60601
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Experience the harvest moon illuminating the serene Garden of the Phoenix with traditional Japanese music and our cultural community. Join the
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Experience the harvest moon illuminating the serene Garden of the Phoenix with traditional Japanese music and our cultural community.
Join the Japanese Arts Foundation for the return of the annual Tsukimi, or Moon Viewing experience. The night includes silver moonlit views of the historic Garden of the Phoenix, traditional Japanese music performances by Asian Improv Arts Midwest/Tsukasa Taiko, including shamisen, odaiko, an shinobue and contemplative conversation about the compelling history and relevance of the garden and event with the Japanese Arts Foundation and Chicago Park District.
Cultural events and programming at the Garden of Phoenix are supported by companies like Blommer Chocolate Company, a member of the Fuji Oil Group.
*This event is by invitation only*
Time
(Sunday) 8:30 pm CDT
Location
Garden of the Phoenix at Jackson Park
6300 S Cornell Ave
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Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE) today announced the full performance and activity line-up for this year’s SummerDance Celebration, Saturday, Sept. 17 from noon
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Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events (DCASE)
today announced the full performance and activity line-up for this year’s SummerDance
Celebration, Saturday, Sept. 17 from noon to 8 p.m. throughout Millennium Park, 201 E.
Randolph Street.
SummerDance Celebration is a daylong festival of live dance performances representing the
variety of dance styles and cultures found throughout Chicago. In addition to performances,
dancers of all ages and skill levels are invited to take part in introductory dance lessons by
professional instructors followed by live music and dancing. This year’s SummerDance
Celebration will occur on National Dance Day.
This year’s SummerDance Celebration will feature a Teen Village, hosted by SocialWorks,
whose mission aims to empower youth through the arts, education and civic engagement.
Open to all youth ages 14-21, Teen Village will be open from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the Park’s
South Promenade and will feature music and dancing, food, games, footwork instruction by
Open the Circle, a performance by Goon Squad, and SocialWorks’ 60th OpenMike.
Artists are subject to change. Full details and updates are available online at
ChicagoSummerDance.org and MillenniumPark.org.
This event is free admission
More information HERE.
Find this event on Facebook.
Time
(Saturday) 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location
Jay Pritzker Pavilion, Millenium Park
201 E Randolph St, Chicago, IL 60601
sun18sep3:00 pmShubukai 46th Annual PerformanceRuth Page Center for the Arts, 1016 N Dearborn St
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Shubukai has presented and taught Fujima style Japanese classical dance for the past 45 years. This Spring we resumed live performances and educational outreach programs including Revitalizing Tradition
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Shubukai has presented and taught Fujima style Japanese classical dance for the past 45 years. This Spring we resumed live performances and educational outreach programs including Revitalizing Tradition XV at Northern Illinois University’s World Music Festival and the inaugural Hanami Festival at the Garden of the Phoenix. This summer, we are collaborating with the Chicago Park District and the Japanese Culture Center providing classes for the community to participate in the Chicago Bon Fest, as well as participating in Chicago’s “Year of Dance” and also dancing at Navy Pier’s “Wave Wall Moves” Series. The highlight of our performances every year is the annual recital of Shubukai. Now in its 46th consecutive year, we are excited to return to live performance at the Ruth Page Arts Center this September.
Time
(Sunday) 3:00 pm
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The participating artists for the Elevate Chicago Dance 2022 festival were just announced. Yoshinojo Fujima (aka RikaLin) will be a part of this cross-town celebration of
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The participating artists for the Elevate Chicago Dance 2022 festival were just announced. Yoshinojo Fujima (aka RikaLin) will be a part of this cross-town celebration of dance made in Chicago!
Make sure you have the festival (October 13-16) on your calendars.
“Kurokami E{m}Urge #ChooseYourReality” by Yoshinojo Fujima aka Rika Lin (virtual reality experience through an Oculus headset) will happen at 10:00a, 10:30a, 12:00p, 12:30p G.A.R. Rotunda on October 13th.
This event is free admission
More information HERE.
Time
(Tuesday) 9:25 pm - 9:25 pm
