The Chong Zheng Chinese Orchestra presented “Sounds of Joy and Abundance: A Harvest Celebration in Gongs and Drums” at the historic NSW State Library in Sydney CBD. Jointly organised by the Chong Zheng Foundation and the Sydney Taiwan Festival Committee, the concert drew a full house, with the NSW Shadow Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, the Hon. Scott Farlow MLC, attending as a VIP guest.
In his remarks, Director-General David Cheng-Wei Wu emphasized that culture is the soul of a nation and the roots of its people. He noted that Taiwan is more than high technology and semiconductors; it is also renowned for its vibrant blend of tradition and modernity, qualities vividly reflected in the performance of the Chong Zheng Chinese Orchestra.
DG Wu also introduced TECO Sydney’s 2025 signature project, “Soft Power: Three Episodes”, which showcases the diversity and inclusiveness of Taiwan’s society through three initiatives: Taste of Taiwan – the International Tour of Taiwan Gourmet Cuisine, the Taiwan Film Festival in Australia, and the upcoming Cultural Goodwill Mission by the Formosa Melody Music Centre on September 22 at the Chatswood Concourse.
Based on the shared values of liberal democracy and human rights between TW and AU, we are confident that cultural exchanges like this will bring people together, foster mutual understanding, and strengthen the friendship between our two nations.
