New Asia Chamber Music Society’s Annual Mother’s Day Concert is a celebration of love, gratitude, and remembrance. This year’s program is dedicated to the memory of Patsy Fang Chen, a cherished supporter and mentor whose warmth and generosity touched countless lives in our community.

Featuring works by Mozart, Schubert, Schumann, and beloved Asian repertoire, the evening traces an emotional journey from gentle intimacy to blessing and joyful celebration. Through chamber music and cross-cultural expression, the concert honors the nurturing spirit of motherhood and the enduring bonds that connect generations.

Presented in the intimate setting of Cary Hall at the DiMenna Center, the concert invites audiences to gather, reflect, and celebrate together in the shared language of music.

Program

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791)
Clarinet Quintet in A major, K. 581
I. Allegro
II. Larghetto
III. Menuetto
IV. Allegretto con variazioni

Yu-Ting Cheng, clarinet | Keiko Tokunaga & Yun Lee, violins | Andy Lin, viola | James Kim, cello 

Franz Schubert (1797–1828)
Ellens Gesang III, D. 839 ("Ave Maria")

Andy Lin, erhu | Yun Lee & Rose Hsien, violins | Keiko Tokunaga, viola | James Kim, cello

Weng Ching-hsi (翁清溪, 1936– )
The Moon Represents My Heart 月亮代表我的心
Arranged by Lan-In Winnie Yang (楊嵐茵)

Yun Lee, violin | Andy Lin, viola | Kelly Lin, piano

Robert Schumann (1810–1856)
Piano Quintet in E-flat major, Op. 44
I. Allegro brillante
II. In modo d'una marcia. Un poco largamente
III. Scherzo. Molto vivace
IV. Allegro ma non troppo

Rose Hsien & Yun Lee, violins | Andy Lin, viola | James Kim, cello | Shuwei Tseng, piano

The program runs approximately 2 hours, including one intermission, and is subject to change.

Ticket Information

General Admission: $40

Members: $25

Special Offer: Bring your mom for free (one per paid admission)

This concert is dedicated to the memory of Patsy Fang Chen. Complimentary admission is extended to all members of the Patsy Fang Chen family.