July 12th 20:00 – 22:00
Summer Night French String Duets · Bastille Night Concert
Special performance features a program closely tied to the spirit of Bastille Day
🇫🇷 Bastille Day commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison on July 14, 1789—a historic moment that marked the beginning of the French Revolution. This powerful uprising stood for the fight against tyranny and the pursuit of liberty, equality, and fraternity, becoming a lasting symbol of democracy around the world.
At Vavin, a brand deeply connected to French heritage, we celebrate this meaningful day each year with cultural events that invite everyone to explore the richness of French history and art from different perspectives.
This year, we are proud to present a special French string duet concert. All guests will enjoy a free glass of wine upon entry, along with access to an exclusive wine list and specially curated menu for the evening.
The two featured musicians will perform stirring works including La Marseillaise, the French national anthem, and Do You Hear the People Sing? from the musical Les Misérables, based on the classic novel by Victor Hugo. The program also includes a selection of timeless French classical pieces and romantic chansons.
Join us this July for a heartfelt evening of music and culture as we raise a glass to the spirit of France.
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날짜: July 12th, Saturday
시간: 20:00 – 22:00
Entry Fee: $900 (with 1 free glass of wine)
장소: Vavin 酒盒子 – Wine Cellar & Shop
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‖‖ Double Bass | Yen CHENG ‖‖
Yen CHENG earned the prestigious “Premier Prix de la Contrebasse” with highest honors (“Mention très bien à l’unanimité”) from the Conservatoire National de Région de Boulogne-Billancourt in Paris, France, where she studied under renowned double bassist Daniel Marillier, principal bassist of the Opéra Bastille.
In 1994, she performed as a soloist with the Sewanee Symphony Orchestra in the United States, presenting Serge Koussevitzky’s Double Bass Concerto No. 3.
With a wealth of performance experience and a versatile musical style, her repertoire spans classical, contemporary, tango, and more. In addition to solo recitals, she actively performs in chamber ensembles and symphony orchestras. Over the years, her performances have taken her across Taiwan and abroad, establishing her as one of Taiwan’s most prominent and active double bassists.
‖‖ Violin | Yun-Chieh LEE ‖‖
After graduating from Taipei National University of the Arts, Yun-Chieh LEE pursued further studies in Paris, where she was awarded the highest performance diplomas from the Conservatoire à Rayonnement Régional de Paris, the Conservatoire de Versailles, and the Conservatoire de Rueil-Malmaison, all with top honors and unanimous praise from the juries.
Deeply passionate about chamber music and ensemble playing, she actively engages in various musical styles—from classical and theatrical to contemporary music. Her enthusiasm for Argentine tango led her to study and perform in Paris as a member of the Gennevilliers Tango Orquesta.
Since returning to Taiwan in late 2017, she has devoted herself to violin performance and teaching. She is also a member of the Contemporary Music Workshop at the National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts (Weiwuying).
‖‖ Concert Narrator | Johnny CHANG ‖‖
Johnny CHANG holds a Doctorate in Music Composition and Arranging from the Juilliard School in the United States. He is the founder and Managing Director of “Do Music Productions”, a consultant for Warner Chappell Music, and currently serves as Chairman of the Knowledge Association.
With extensive experience in concert direction, music production, and artist collaborations, Johnny is also a seasoned host and speaker for lectures and music events. He has directed numerous large-scale concerts and cultural programs, blending musical insight with engaging storytelling.
〈La Marseillaise〉
La Marseillaise, the French national anthem, was composed in 1792 by Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle during the French Revolution. Originally titled “War Song for the Army of the Rhine,” it was written to inspire revolutionary troops marching to the eastern front to fight against Austria.
That same year, volunteer troops from Marseille entered Paris singing the song, stirring patriotic fervor. The song soon gained national popularity and was renamed La Marseillaise. In 1795, it was officially declared the national anthem.
Although it was banned during the Napoleonic era and under the restored monarchy, it was reinstated as the national anthem with the rise of the Third Republic.
With its rousing melody and defiant lyrics, La Marseillaise symbolizes the French people’s enduring commitment to liberty, equality, and resistance against tyranny. To this day, it remains one of the most powerful and historically significant national anthems in the world.
〈Do You Hear the People Sing?〉 — from Les Misérables
“Do You Hear the People Sing?” is one of the most iconic songs from the musical Les Misérables, based on the classic novel by Victor Hugo. The music was composed by Claude-Michel Schönberg, with lyrics by Alain Boublil and Herbert Kretzmer.
In the musical, the song is sung as student revolutionaries rally the people to rise up. Its stirring melody and powerful lyrics have made it a timeless anthem of resistance, justice, and the fight for freedom.
Though the story is set during the June Rebellion of 1832—not the French Revolution of 1789—the song resonates with the same ideals of democracy, human dignity, and popular uprising.
Today, the song is often sung or referenced in political protests and social movements around the world, standing as a cross-cultural anthem for liberty and collective hope.
Based in Taipei, Vavin was founded by a French-Taiwanese team, bringing together professionals with backgrounds in fine dining service and expertise in importing wines selected by Michelin-starred restaurants.
Our cellar features a curated collection of over 500 labels from around the world. We are proud to collaborate with some of Taiwan’s top restaurants, including earnestos, A Cut, Impromptu by Paul Lee, Restaurant A, L’Atelier par Yao, and more.
It is our great pleasure to share with wine lovers a handpicked selection of exceptional wines—many of which are rarely seen in the Taiwan market.
