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QiQi is a Melbourne-based Chinese-Australian multi-instrumentalist and composer who reimagines the guzheng — a traditional 21-string zither — for today’s audiences. Classically trained yet boldly innovative, they blend Chinese folk traditions with jazz harmony, improvisation and contemporary forms to create music that bridges cultures and challenges expectations.
The evening unfolds across two sets:
The first opens with a classical collaboration alongside members of the Invictus Quartet, before moving into QiQi’s original compositions for guzheng, performed with pianist Darby Lee. These works highlight the instrument’s expressive range — from delicate, harp-like melodies to rhythmic drive and percussive textures.
The second set features Elysian Blues — co-composed by QiQi and Darby Lee — a bold, groove-driven fusion of guzheng and piano, shaped by jazz influences and playful improvisation.
Proudly presented in partnership with Midsumma Festival.
Midsumma Festival and Kew Court House Live
This year, City of Boroondara and Boroondara Arts are proud to be partnering with Midsumma Festival. Across 4 special nights at Kew Court House, experience exciting queer musical performances from choral to jazz, classical to jams. Find out more on our Celebrate Midsumma Festival at Boroondara page.
Experience Kew Court House Live
This performance is part of our ongoing Kew Court House live series, running every Thursday and Friday night in the heart of Kew, supporting an impressive lineup of talented Melbourne musicians. Check the full lineup at Kew Court House Live.