JADE ensemble was first commissioned and developed by QPAC in partnership with Sounds Across Oceans (SAO).
JADE is an initiative established out of QPAC and SAO’s desire to bring passionate Brisbane musicians from multiple cultural backgrounds together. Not only does JADE embody the diversity and evolving cultural landscape of Brisbane, more importantly the ensemble creates inspiring, uplifting and original music fused with Western classical and traditional Asian elements.
Consisting of four core musicians, JADE features Indigenous didgeridoo musician David Williams, Japanese koto master Takako Haggarty, Nepalese Tabla virtuoso Dheeraj Shrestha, and Australian guitarist Dr Anthony Garcia.
The ensemble also collaborates and works with guest artists, internationally and locally.
Queensland Performing Art Centre – JADE
