Overview

Eastern Echo promotes the public's interest, appreciation, participation and support of contemporary Eastern instrumental music. Through performances, recordings, outreach and educational programs, the group seeks to enrich the musical life of American audiences by bridging the gap between East and West and between old and new. The current core group features an array of Chinese instruments including dizi, pipa, guzheng, and erhu; electronic effects on synthesizer and keyboard; as well as vocals. We envision a truly progressive endeavor in the realm of Asian-inspired fusion music. The ensemble’s repertoire embraces the diverse influences of all players, from ancient Chinese ballads and ethnic folk melodies to American jazz and rock. And while five distinct voices can be heard, they blend with each other in perfect balance.