TAIPEI (Taiwan News) — The “Our Lives in Song” concert for senior citizens will be held at the National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts on Friday (Nov. 8).

To gain a deeper understanding of the music and its intended audience, music designer Wei Shi-fen (魏世芬) and the team visited numerous long-term care facilities and senior centers in the city. Interviews with the elderly were conducted to gather insights and inspiration.

Older generations in Taiwan often recall listening to classic songs like “Night in Shanghai” and “I Smile When I See You.” One individual who studied abroad found comfort in the familiar tune of “Top of the World” during their time away from home.

An elderly woman, who had always aspired to study in Japan, often turned to sewing as a form of relaxation. To accompany her sewing, she would listen to soothing Japanese songs, such as “Nada Sousou” and “Another Kind of Homesickness.”

The grand showrooms of the 70s were more than just places of entertainment. They were windows into Taiwan's society, reflecting the customs, trends, and aspirations of the time.

Inspired by this rich history, the concert uses music to tell captivating stories of the past. It brings together the collective memories of the elderly, blending music, visuals, and technology to create an immersive experience.

The concert features conductor Tsai Ming-jui (蔡明叡), singers Chen Ping-ling (陳品伶) and Chou Ting-wei (周定緯), and child singers Tsai Yun-chen (蔡昀臻), accompanied by the National Symphony Orchestra.