Classical guitarist Eva Vanpas is hailed as a "great musical figure" in the European music scene and is a national treasure of Greece. Flutist Amalia Kontouri is equally outstanding, with many renowned composers creating works specifically for her, spanning from classical to jazz. Over 400 audience members enjoyed the unique rhythms from this mysterious ancient country, savoring the beauty and romance from the Aegean Sea.
That evening, they performed classic duet pieces including "Sonata in G Major," "Simple Sonata Op.18," "Little Sonata Op.205," "History of Tango," and "Progress of Polka." They also showcased flute solo "Night in the Forest" and guitar solos "Journey" and "Greek Dance Sosta." The audience was further delighted by the Chinese piece "Tian Mi Mi," which brought the concert to a climax.
After the concert, the two musicians interacted with enthusiastic audience members and signed CDs for them. These artists, who are passionate about public welfare and environmental protection, packed the remaining food and drinks to take back to their hotel and shared their experiences of rescuing stray cats after their performance in Shanghai with reporters. They believe that one must first be a kind person to achieve success in their field.
It is reported that this semester, Nankai Cultural Weekend will focus on a series of high-level performances, inviting high-level student organizations and groups from the UK, Greece, and domestic high-level troupes to perform at the school, striving to enrich the cultural life of Nankai teachers and students on weekends and enhance their appreciation of the arts.