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Tutan Sessions: An Evening of Dance Music

Sat, 28th Mar 2026 @ 8:00PM

Dominus Arts Venue, Grand Hall, KL

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A Celebration of Rhythm and Movement

An Evening of Dance Music brings classical music to life through rhythm, movement, and expressive energy. This vibrant concert showcases how composers across styles and generations have drawn inspiration from dance — transforming motion into sound and creating music that pulses with vitality, colour, and emotion.

Early Bird 20% OFF until 8th March 2026. 
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About An Evening of Dance Music

At the heart of An Evening of Dance Music is a simple yet powerful idea: music shaped by movement. Each work on the programme is rooted in dance traditions — whether drawn from tango, folk music, Broadway choreography, or national dance forms — yet reimagined for the concert hall with sophistication and depth.

The evening opens with Astor Piazzolla’s Oblivion and Libertango, works that embody the expressive soul of Argentine tango through rich harmonies and unmistakable rhythmic drive. Anchoring the programme is Edvard Grieg’s Piano Concerto in A minor, Op.16, a cornerstone of the classical repertoire, whose dramatic gestures and folk-inspired rhythms bring both virtuosity and lyricism to the forefront.

Leonard Bernstein’s Three Dances from On the Town injects the concert with theatrical flair and urban energy, reflecting the composer’s unique ability to merge classical writing with jazz and Broadway idioms. The programme concludes with Aaron Copland’s Appalachian Spring, a luminous work inspired by American folk traditions, celebrated for its open textures, gentle optimism, and enduring appeal.

Together, these works form a cohesive musical journey — diverse in style, yet unified by rhythm, movement, and the expressive power of dance.

Programme Highlights

  • Astor Piazzolla – Oblivion & Libertango 
  • Edvard Grieg – Piano Concerto in A minor, Op.16 (Arranged for Strings)
  • Aaron Copland – Appalachian Spring
  • Leonard Bernstein – Three Dance Episodes from On the Town

Why Attend An Evening of Dance Music

  • Experience a high-energy yet elegant programme driven by rhythm and movement
  • Enjoy a balanced mix of well-known masterpieces and modern classics
  • Hear classical music in a fresh, accessible, and engaging context
  • Witness the expressive power of dance-inspired music without choreography
  • Experience an intimate chamber performance that highlights clarity, precision, and musical connection


Whether you are a seasoned concertgoer or new to orchestral music, An Evening of Dance Music offers a compelling and welcoming concert experience.

Early Bird 20% OFF until 8th March 2026. 
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Meet the Artists

Maestro: Kevin Field*

Kevin Field is a highly respected conductor known for his musical leadership, clarity of interpretation, and wide-ranging repertoire. With a career spanning orchestral, operatic, and theatrical works, he is particularly admired for programmes that combine classical tradition with rhythmic vitality and expressive depth.

For An Evening of Dance Music, Field brings his nuanced approach and dynamic energy to a programme driven by movement and dance-inspired rhythms. His collaboration with the Tutan Chamber Ensemble reflects a shared commitment to precision, musical storytelling, and engaging performances that connect directly with audiences.

Tui Jia Jun Shi Yue Piano Soloist

Shi Yue - Piano

Shi Yue (Tui Jia Jun) is an accomplished classical pianist and emerging music educator recognised for his musical achievements across Asia. He is a two-time Gold Award winner at the Asia Piano Competition (Malaysia) and Second Prize laureate at its finals in Seoul. His accolades also include prizes at the Hong Kong International Music Competition, the Putra International Piano Concerto Competition, and the Aswara International Classical Piano Competition.

He has performed at distinguished venues including the Fazioli Piano Hall in Singapore and the Tainan Music Festival in Taiwan. In 2025, he received the Malaysia Outstanding Educator Award from Asia Pacific International and has since served as a jury member for the Blüthner International Competition in Johor, reflecting his continued commitment to performance and music education.

Tutan Chamber Ensemble

Tutan Festival Orchestra

The Tutan Chamber Ensemble is a flexible collective formed under Tutan Entertainment, bringing together accomplished musicians with a shared vision of presenting orchestral and chamber repertoire with clarity, energy, and artistic integrity. The ensemble focuses on thoughtfully curated programmes that highlight both classical masterworks and distinctive thematic concepts.

For An Evening of Dance Music, the Tutan Chamber Ensemble explores works shaped by rhythm and movement, performed in an intimate chamber setting that allows for precision, transparency, and expressive connection. Under the direction of Kevin Field, the ensemble brings vibrancy and nuance to a programme where dance traditions are transformed into compelling concert works.