Event Overview

Part of the Fantasia Big-shot Lectures Series (2021), this event explores the therapeutic power of music and sound. It combines expert dialogue with an immersive sound experience to examine how music influences emotions and promotes well-being.

Event Details

• Date: November 27, 2021
• Time: 16:00–18:00
• Location: 10 Fantasia-A Creative Industries Incubator, C01 (3F), 10 Calçada da Igreja de S. Lázaro, Macau
• Admission: Free (Registration required)
• Quota: Limited to 20 people (aged 8 and above)
• Registration Deadline: November 25, 2021

Event Structure

The event is divided into two main parts:

Part One: Lectures & Dialogues A panel discussion featuring four experts from diverse fields:

• Li Bing (Alice): Music critic, piano instructor, and researcher. Discusses the origins of music, its impact on emotions, and its relationship with religion.
• Jia Lei: Lead Sheng player of the Macao Chinese Orchestra. Introduces the art and development of the traditional Chinese Sheng instrument and shares musical experiences.
• Cai Chunzi (Vivian): Local yoga teacher and Ayurvedic sound therapist. Explains what therapy is, how it works in the modern world, and the origins and effects of Himalayan Singing Bowls.
• Dr. Meng Shu: Visual artist and curator. Introduces visual art creation and the concept of Art as Therapy.

Part Two: Sound Experience An immersive performance led by presenter LILI (Li Wanzhen), together with Jia Lei and Cai Chunzi. The audience will be guided into a state of relaxation and meditation while listening to two original sound mandalas. Participants will also have the opportunity to experience the vibrational healing effects of singing bowls.

The entire lecture lasts approximately 100 minutes, offering a tranquil and exploratory journey into the ancient yet contemporary field of music therapy.

Featured Presenters & Guests

• Presenter: LILI (Li Wanzhen) President of the Tao of Joy Macao Association, spiritual music composer, Ayurvedic sound therapist, and certified yoga teacher.

• Honored Guest: Li Bing (Alice) Music critic, piano instructor, and Deputy Director of the Publicity Department for the Central Conservatory of Music Macao Alumni Association.

• Honored Guest: Jia Lei Lead Sheng player of the Macao Chinese Orchestra, teacher at the Macao Conservatory, and Vice President of the Central Conservatory of Music Macao Alumni Association.

• Honored Guest: Cai Chunzi (Vivian) Indigenous Macau yoga teacher, Ayurvedic sound therapist, and Chief Supervisor of the Tao of Joy Macao Association.

• Academic Host: Dr. Meng Shu Visual artist, curator, and art educator, who also served as the event planner.

How to Register

Registration closed on November 25, 2021. Methods included:

• Visiting the designated website (link was active from November 17)
• Calling 28354582 during office hours (Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00–13:00, 14:00–18:00)
• Registering in person at 10 Fantasia-A Creative Industries Incubator

Organizers

• Organizers: Creative Industries Promotion Association of St. Lazarus Church District; 10 Fantasia-A Creative Industries Incubator
• Co-organizers: Tao of Joy Macao Association; Central Conservatory of Music Macao Alumni Association
• Sponsor: Macao Foundation
• Event Planner: Dr. Meng Shu
• Designer/Coordinator: Judy