The Ecological Grandeur of Wuri
In ancient times, the Wuri region was a melting pot of indigenous Pingpu tribes. Large-scale cultivation began during the Qing Dynasty, gradually forming Han Chinese villages.
This land is rich in history, culture, and ecology. The nearby Fazi River was once teeming with aquatic resources, and even today, remnants of traditional laundry pavilions can be found along its banks. The Wu River, which forms the border with Changhua County, is an essential route for the annual pilgrimage of the local Mazu deity. Furthermore, the nearby breweries and tourist night markets have become prominent attractions, bringing a diverse and lively atmosphere to the region.
Arriving Station Music ”Preferred”
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The Maple Trees of Wuri
- Work Title: The Maple Trees of Wuri
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Creative Concept:
The Wuri district retains a microcosm of Taiwan's early agricultural society. Walking through the Maple Tree community of Wuri, one can deeply feel the warmth of human connection, see children playing with neighbors in the fields after school, and discover grocery stores filled with various snacks, all reflecting the bustling scenes of early Taiwan.
In composing this piece, I utilized a 5/4 time waltz style combined with instruments like the piano, accordion, and guitar. My aim was to meld the rural scenery of Taiwan into the music, bringing to life the memories and spirit of Wuri from days gone by.
- Composer: Hong-Ting Lai
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Composer Profile:
A Taiwanese composer currently residing in Norway, this artist specializes in film scoring, multimedia music production, sound design, orchestral, chamber, and jazz music compositions.
They have contributed to numerous film music productions, including award-winning scores for the animations "The Line" (2008) and "The Boy Who Changed a Light Bulb" (2012) at both local and European film festivals. In 2014, they collaborated with German television channel ZDF Arte on the silent film "Das Cabinet des Dr. Caligari" and served as the commissioned composer for the silent film project "Wenn die Filmklebrin gebummelt hat" in 2015, with a premiere at the Berlin Comic Opera House. They have also worked extensively with the German Film Academy on film scoring projects.
After completing a Master's in Film Music from the State Music Academy in Freiburg, Germany, and a Bachelor's in Applied Music from the University of Tainan, they were awarded a scholarship for excellent overseas students by the Ministry of Education in Taiwan in 2013. They were selected as the composer for the "Dahu Park" station of the Taipei Metro in 2018 and won the second Taiwan Pioneer Music Contest for film scoring in 2021. Their works have been presented in China, Germany, Switzerland, Greece, Bulgaria, and Bolivia.
Apart from composing, they also have rich experience in performance and teaching, securing second and third places at the Taichung Jazz Festival Band Competition in 2010 and 2011, respectively. They have taught at Taichung Youth High School's Music Department and Tainan University of Applied Sciences' Popular Music Department, holding lectures and workshops at various colleges and universities.
Arriving Station Music “Selected”
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Setting Out Together
- Work Title: Setting Out Together
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Creavite Concept：
Situated near the train station, Wuri Metro Station lies at the heart of a peaceful residential area, surrounded by a diverse tapestry of urban life that includes educational institutions, tourist-friendly night markets, and a brewery. Wuri Train Station serves as the nexus connecting these vibrant aspects of the area. The musical backdrop for this setting creatively integrates the rhythmic sounds of trains on tracks with the energetic strums of a guitar, reflecting the dynamic essence of the region. This melody, resonating through the metro, symbolizes the upgraded transportation network in Wuri.
- Composer: 吳子齊
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Composer Profile:
A distinguished graduate of the National Taiwan University's Drama Department and the National Taipei University of Arts' IMPACT Music Program, this multifaceted individual excels as an actor, musician, filmmaker, and screenwriter. Their diverse musical portfolio ranges from theater scores and musical compositions to pop music songwriting. Notably, their work was featured in the 2017 World Stage Design's Sound Kitchen and their song "That World" was selected for the 2018-2019 "Singing in the South" Taiwanese songwriting competition.