While school is out for summer, we're giving you a sneak peak into this season of Intermezzo's content. This is Summer School with the Lang Lang Young Scholars.
Some teens went on summer vacations to the beach or the movies, but the Lang Lang Young Scholars have spent this summer touring around the world. They even stopped by northern Michigan venues for a series of special recitals and events.
About Taige Wang
14 years old, from Manhattan, NY.
Received the 2022 American President’s Volunteer Service Gold Award; studies composition with Bruce Adolphe
What is one word you'd use to describe New York?
"Vibrance. New York is always so full of energy. There are always people and there is an immense blend of culture, languages and arts."
When you're playing this Chopin nocturne, what imagery pops up?
"The Chopin nocturne sounds like a funeral march, or maybe like someone walking slowly thinking about someone they miss. The final section is agitated."
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About the Lang Lang Young Scholars Foundation
These young artists are participating as part of a new summer initiative, created through a partnership between Interlochen Center for the Arts and the Lang Lang Young Scholars Program — a multi-year mentorship program for pianists under 18.
Founded in 2008 by Lang Lang, the Lang Lang International Music Foundation (LLIMF) strives to educate, inspire and motivate the next generation of music lovers and performers.
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Christy L'Esperance is the host and producer of Intermezzo
Marc Lacuesta engineered today's music recording.
Gracie Westergaard engineered today's interview.
Scott Clemens is IPR's Digital Content Producer.
