Guest Artist Concert - Formosa Trio

Violist Tze-Ying Wu, flutist Pei-San Chiu, and harpist Chen-Yu Huang are members of the Formosa Trio. The Trio’s name, Formosa—meaning “beautiful island” and a synonym for Taiwan—reflects the ensemble’s deep connection to their homeland. This dynamic group has performed extensively across the United States, China, and Taiwan, captivating audiences with innovative programs and exceptional artistry.
Dedicated to expanding the repertoire for their unique instrumentation, the Formosa Trio champions both classical and contemporary works. They have collaborated with composers to commission pieces such as Hidden Grace by Grammy-nominated Zhou Tian, Time Flies by Tsung Jen Hsieh, and The Remnant Souls by Yuchun Hu. In addition to premiering new works, the ensemble creates arrangements of classical pieces and Taiwanese folk songs, offering fresh perspectives on beloved melodies.
The Formosa Trio returns to the Urbana campus to present a program featuring music by living women composers, including works by Chen Yi, Libby Larsen, Shulamit Ran, and a newly commissioned work by Yu-Chun Hu.
Free and open to the public.
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