Origin of You is a startling new collaboration between Chinese-Australian composers Mindy Meng Wang 王萌 and Sui Zhen, forming spontaneously one wintry afternoon in Melbourne and enduring with bonds that will last longer than a lifetime. The debut release from these two auspicious artists revolves around three images that form the basis of their musical exploration: 空 (Kōng), or Emptiness; 疼 (Téng), or Pain; 气 (Chi), sometimes known as ‘Energy’. It is from within these motifs that the central themes of this startling collaboration emerge. As described by Mindy Meng Wang 王萌 -- “This is an album about two artists who got together and formed a sisterhood. It’s about understanding life, family and ourselves. It’s about transforming from being a woman into a mother. And it’s about human connection. We are not related, but we find a connection that comforts us as much as family does.” Origin of You is out now via Music in Exile.
With special guest Lotus Threads, a poetry and music collaboration between Hannah Wu and Panda Wong.
Suitable for all ages - Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adultEstimate running time: 2 hours and 30 minutes, with an interval
For wheelchair and accessible bookings please contact: ticketing@darebin.vic.gov.au.
This project is proudly supported by:
Darebin Arts Centre, 401 Bell Street, Preston, 3072, View Map
401 Bell Street , Preston 3072
$35 Full | $25 Conc. | $20 Blak Tix