Voice and Strings: Konghou and a Young Countertenor

About

AOPAP Young Artist Series Concert 2

The Australian Orienta Performing Arts Foundation (AOPAF) presents an afternoon of musical discovery, featuring Melbourne countertenor Anderson Mokyiu and konghou performer Zixi Song. Bringing together the expressive beauty of the countertenor voice and the shimmering resonance of the Chinese konghou, this concert celebrates young talent and the meeting of musical traditions.

At just 16, Anderson has established an impressive foundation in classical singing. He received a choral scholarship at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Melbourne, at nine and later became Head Chorister. Beginning vocal studies with Susan Breen-Clarke at 11, he made his operatic debut with Victorian Opera in A Christmas Carol at 12. His achievements include the AMEB Gold Award and First Prize in the Under 17 Open Aria Division of the American Protégé International Vocal Competition, earning an invitation to perform at Carnegie Hall. In 2026, he was appointed a Victorian Opera Youth Ambassador.

Australia-based konghou performer Zixi Song combines Western classical training with a deep commitment to Chinese traditional music. She studied Asian Studies and piano performance at the University of Melbourne before completing a Master of Music Studies in Performance at the Sydney Conservatorium, specialising in konghou. Her teachers include pianist Dr Tamara Smolyar and konghou musician Wu Lin, with additional guidance from harpist Alice Giles.

Zixi has performed at the Sydney Opera House and Melbourne Recital Centre. In 2026, she won the Professional Category Gold Prize at the Dunhuang Cup Australia and New Zealand Regional Competition. Alongside performing, she teaches konghou, harp and piano, sharing Chinese musical traditions with Australian audiences.

Through its Young Artist Series, AOPAF provides a platform for talented musicians to develop their artistry and connect with the community. Join us to celebrate these two distinctive artists, whose different musical journeys offer audiences an opportunity to discover the beauty of voice and strings.

Presented by Australia Orienta Performing Arts foundation

Booking Information

Concession & Discounts

Concession: Senior Card, Government Concession Card, full-time student 15+ with valid ID.
Child: Any person aged between 2 and 14 years.
Under 24 months: Free when held by a carer and not occupying a seat.
Companion Card: Accepted. Please either book online by selecting the Accessibility needs button after clicking the Book Tickets button or contact the Box Office.

How To Book

Anytime
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Mon to Fri 10am - 4pm
Phone: (03) 9262 6555
Box Office:

The Round
379 - 399 Whitehorse Road
Nunawading

Transaction Fee

Online or Phone: $4.00 per transaction (not per ticket)
In Person at Box Office: No fee

Ticket Delivery

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Mail: Tickets sent via mail up to 14 days prior to the event.

Payment Options

Card: Visa, Mastercard and EFTPOS accepted.
Cash: In-person at the Box Office.
Cheque: Accepted up to 7 days prior to the performance. Payable to Whitehorse Tickets
Gift Voucher: Redeemable online, via phone or in-person at Box Office

Seating

Allocations: Seating allocation will be based on, but not limited to, the size of the group, time of booking and final venue configuration so as to be compliant with any restrictions that are in place. This may require allocated seats to be moved to comply with restrictions.
Accessibility: Wheelchair and Companion Cards can now be purchased online. Please select the Accessibility needs button after clicking the Book Tickets button. If there are any concerns, please contact the Box Office immediately and they will happily assist you.