洪紹桓四重奏
The Shao-Huan Hung Quartet explores the intersection of cultural heritage and modern improvisation. Rooted in the "Shidaiqu" tradition of 1920s Shanghai—a fusion of Chinese folk, American jazz, and film music—the ensemble draws inspiration from Asian American jazz pioneers. By blending poetic resonance with improvisational depth, they redefine the boundaries between jazz and Asian traditions, representing a new cultural horizon that bridges historical legacy with a vibrant contemporary musical identity.
The Shao-Huan Hung Quartet (洪紹桓四重奏) operates at the intersection of cultural heritage and modern improvisation. The ensemble's musical foundation is informed by the rich history of 'Shidaiqu' (時代曲), a fusion of Chinese folk, American jazz, and Hollywood film music that originated in Shanghai in the 1920s. Drawing inspiration from the legacy of Asian American jazz pioneers like the Far East Side Band, the quartet seeks to create a poetic resonance that carries listeners into new realms of experience, helping to redefine notions of jazz and Asian music traditions. In a historical context where jazz in China evolved from isolated appearances by Westerners to a vibrant local scene—overcoming periods where musicians supported themselves through rock acts—the Shao-Huan Hung Quartet represents a new cultural horizon. Their work reflects a deep conversation between the improvisational nature of jazz and the enduring spirit of Chinese musical identity.