Tai Kwun’s Chilled Steps Returns with Al Fresco Jazz Soundscapes

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Curated by Tai Kwun and First Half Arts in Concept, Chilled Steps: Boundless Soundscapes celebrates the rich fusion of American jazz with musical traditions from around the world.

From Gypsy swing to Latin rhythms, the three-day festival features Hong Kong and international musicians. Kicking off the event on 18 September is Latin Variations, featuring jazz icon Patrick Lui performing with a new generation of young jazz talents in a Hong Kong-meets-Brazil take on modern Latin jazz. The following day features Melodies from Tin Pan Alley to Today, a jazz performance spanning classic Tin Pan Alley and contemporary vocal expression, with vocalists Mandy Chan and Rachel Sung. The mini-festival wraps up on 20 September with Contemporary Gypsy Vibes, a vibrant fusion of contemporary Gypsy sounds and Cantonese folk music, performed by guitarist Huang Zhihong and local violinist Bob Pang.

First introduced to audiences in March 2021, Chilled Steps is a series of live concerts curated by Hong Kong musicians, showcasing a diverse range of musical styles. No registration is required and the event is free to attend.