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[9] In 1813, Ching Shih gave birth to a son, Cheung Yu Lin. Well where can people go if they would like to hear you perform online while obviously in this time when touring isn't an option. Following their marriage, Shih "who participated fully in her husband's piracy," was known as Cheng I Sao (鄭一嫂; 'wife of Cheng I'). Cheung Po Tsai changed back to his former name, and was repatriated to the Qing Dynasty government. He said, "It takes the nerves of a bull fighter, the digestion of a peasant, the vitality of a nightclub hostess, the tactic of a diplomat, and the concentration of Tibetan monk to lead the strenuous life of a virtuoso.". But after long hours of working on different aspects of interpreting the music, working on things like phrasing style, tempi, the feeling in the moment are never the same once we get on stage, each concert will be different. [25] From these two sources it seems clear that the Portuguese narrative, not published until twenty years later[26] has significant errors. We visit with Patricia Shih, Associate Professor of Violin here at Baylor. We not only get to know you on the show to get to hear more of your music professionally down the line as we visit with Patricia Shih, Associate Professor of Violin at Baylor and a professional violinists. Spokeo is not a consumer reporting agency as defined by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). She commanded over 300 junks (traditional Chinese sailing ships) manned by 20,000 to 40,000 pirates[1]:71—men, women, and even children. I've had the privilege of working on some of the greatest masterpieces ever written, such as the late string quartets of Beethoven, of Bartók, Shostakovich, Haydn, Mendelssohn, there's such an abundance of incredible repertoire. And now I realize that music is not just a craft to be mastered and executed, it's a Bible of life as the human depth are limited by words. Patricia Shih, internationally renowned violinists and Associate Professor of Violin at the Baylor School of Music our guest today here on Baylor connections. The year did go by seemingly quick and I'm really looking forward to the coming fall. I would say on YouTube and we've done some recordings. Pirates that raped female captives were put to death, but if pirates had consensual sex with captives, the pirate was beheaded and the woman he was with had cannonballs attached to her legs and was thrown over the side of the boat. We are visiting with Patricia Shih, internationally recognized violinists and Associate Professor of Violin at Baylor. Glasspoole concluded that the code "gave rise to a force that was intrepid in attack, desperate in defense, and unyielding even when outnumbered. Shih has toured around the world as both a recitalist and soloist and performed with leading orchestras such as the Royal Philharmonic in England and a variety of leading venues including Carnegie Hall, London's Wigmore Hall and more. The violin is also very aesthetically beautiful instrument. Patricia Shih is an internationally-renowned violinist who has performed as a recitalist and soloist with top global musicians in some of the world’s most prestigious venues. Patricia Shih thanks so much it's great to have you here today on Baylor Connections. Trending News & Rumors for Football, Basketball, Baseball, Hockey, Soccer & More And I will quote from the Greek violinist Jascha Heifetz, he's considered by many the king of violinists. So they basically played together in concert at Weaver Hall in London too. [12] In order to stop her rivals before open conflict erupted, she sought the support of the most powerful members of her husband's family: his nephew Ching Pao-yang and his cousin's son Ching Ch'i. A character loosely based on Ching Shih appears in the 2007 film Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End. Their coalition consisted of six fleets known by the colors of blue, red, green, black, white, and yellow. Then she drew on the coalition formed by her husband by building upon some of the fleet captains' existing loyalties to her husband and making herself essential to the remaining captains. In The Wake of the Lorelei Lee, book 8 of L.A. Meyer's Bloody Jack series, Jacky is captured by Ching Shih and so impresses her that the pirate bestows her with a tattoo of a dragon on the back of her neck to indicate she is under Shih's protection. Our great composers such as Bach and Beethoven, Mozart, were amongst the greatest examples of humanity but again great art. A virtuoso performer, she first publicly performed at the age of four and later studied at the age of 14 under legendary Indiana University violinist and teacher, Josef Gingold. But I'm curious, what drew you into education? For years, the Red Flag Fleet under Ching Shih's rule could not be defeated, neither by Qing dynasty Chinese officials nor by Portuguese or British bounty hunters. But in these first several months here on faculty at Baylor, what stood out to you about the university, its students, the Baylor experience, or any aspect that's really stood out to you? Before this I was performing mostly as a soloist or recital which I greatly enjoyed but delving in chamber music has opened up a really new dimension for me as an artist. And right where we got there it basically got canceled the day before it was to begin. I was given the opportunity by Ross Lapinski . When I picked it up and you can hear the tone of Kreisler's coming out just from the violin, even after many years. On 16 November 1807, Cheng I died in Vietnam at the age of 39. And if becoming a top performer is a purpose then it'll happen given you possess the ingredients, including the necessary consistency and preparation. So since then we started touring and we were very blessed to be given this chance. What are your earliest memories of being captured by music and more specifically by the violin? He really was a genuine humanitarian. I would say Derek, the violin is the greatest discovery of my life and I can't really remember a time without music. [18], In January 1808, the Chinese government tried to destroy her fleet in a series of fierce battles. And I do want to add that both my sisters are also professional and wonderful musicians. There's so many things. Upon being pardoned for her life as a pirate, Ching Shih negotiated for Cheung Po to retain several ships, including approximately 120 to be used for employment on the salt trade. Ching Shih: 65 (Chinese: 鄭 氏; lit. I think they're sold on Apple music. Thank you so much. We had also concerts and festivals here in North America as well which everything's been postponed for now. She also arranged for Cheung Po and other pirates in the fleets to be given positions in the Chinese bureaucracy.[9]. Played by Takayo Fischer Mistress Ching is portrayed as one of the 9 Pirate Lords of the Brethren Court and the powerful leader of the pirate confederation of China. At the same time that the government was attacking her, Ching Shih faced a larger threat in the form of other pirate fleets. It's an honor to be here. And sometimes at the very best it can be the magical. And it was after a very short time of study so I don't remember too much of it. The original seizer received 20% and the rest was placed into the public fund. She was born Shih Yang (石陽) in 1775 in Guangdong province. [10][13]:29[16], Violations of other parts of the code were punished with flogging, clapping in irons, or quartering. So I would say that another key moment would be when I began playing in the Morale String Quartet. [11][failed verification] She started to cultivate personal relationships to get rivals to recognize her status and solidify her authority. And we lived at that time very close to the border. And she teaches at a really prestigious good Mainz Choledochus there, and is the Artistic Director at many festivals in Europe. [9], Once she held the fleet's leadership position, Ching Shih started the task of uniting the fleet by issuing a code of laws. So I would say for instance, musical therapy is a huge thing today because of our aging population and also people's interest in natural medicine. Dr. Kanapshine who's a gynecological surgeon, he's done studies of the very neat positive effects of listening to classical Mozart, music and Mozart devoid at childbirth. 24% are in their 60s, while the average age is 57. That's great. "[15], The fleet under her command established hegemony over many coastal villages, in some cases even imposing levies and taxes on settlements. And I realized afterwards now that his approach was to teach me without me being aware of it. She earned the trust of her lieutenants by sharing her power with them. [22] This amnesty allowed only 60 pirates to be banished, 151 to be exiled, and only 126 to be put to death out of her whole fleet of 17,318 pirates. I'm Derek Smith. Sources differ on Cheng I's motivation for marriage: some argue that he became infatuated with Shih Heang Koo, while others argue that the union was purely as a business move intended to consolidate power. In this Baylor Connections, she shares her appreciation for her instrument, love of music, and why she felt the call to teach. Based on her tremendous influence and achievements as a pirate and commanding the vast fleet of around 1500-1800 ships manned by 80,000 sailors during her peak, she is widely accepted to be the most successful pirate in history.[3][4][5][6][7]. And I would imitate by ear all the melodies which I had heard her play. I mean to be able to perform something like that at the age of four obviously you had an ability right away. Ching Shih[1]:65 (Chinese: 鄭氏; lit. I would say that being part of the Baylor family has been really a tremendous and an all-embracing experience. Although Mr. Gingold had received many awards through his lifetime, in his studio you would see on his wall along with many portraits of great musicians, his treasured Cherry Award from Baylor. He arranged for my sisters and I to play for his manager, Miready Anders, who was then one of or the most prominent manager in North America at the time. 59% of these people are married, and 41% are single. Patricia Shih is an internationally recognized violinists and Associate Professor of Violin in the Baylor University School of Music. 1) Anyone giving their own orders (ones that didn't come down from Ching Shih) or disobeying those of a superior was beheaded on the spot. And I think it takes an entire lifetime to understand it and then even more so. We're going to Germany, Italy, and even St. Petersburg in Russia this summer. Well you came to Baylor last year at the beginning of last semester. There's some in the makings right now including some videos which has to be put on hold. 18.2k Followers, 2,292 Following, 13 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Shi Smith (@shiyunsmith) And I'm just tremendously honored to be here at Baylor. It's a bit inexplicable but I actually think that the instrument becomes alive and after time it takes on the personality of the player, especially if the player possesses a strong personality. So my parents got the hint obviously and bought me my own 1/8 sized violin soon after. However, the Portuguese version does not match in terms of dates or much else two other sources, the Chinese narrative of Yuan Yonglun, the Jinghai Fenji[23] that was translated and published in English in 1831[24] or Richard Glasspoole's narrative of his capture, made as an official report to the East India Company, which appears as an appendix to Neumann's translation and various other contemporary and later sources.

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