Music also helps to give cities their own distinct culture and individuality. The renowned theatrical performances of Broadway, as well as the Sydney Opera House in Australia allow not only for local, but also for international performances.
Kaohsiung also boasts a bubbling music scene. The Beer Festival at Love River and the Music Festival at Cijin Beach are two classic examples where the sounds of bass and electronic guitars combine with the sounds of the ocean to provide a unique experience for all.
The Taiwanese Government is planning to spend five trillion dollars (NT) over a five-year period in order to develop ten monumental construction projects. The “Asia-Pacific Region Pop Music Centre” is the next big project that has caught everyone's attention. Mayor Chen has called for the help of international designers to create a musical stage in Kaohsiung of similar importance to that of the Sydney Opera House. With such prime geographical advantages, the mayor hopes that through the development of this centre he can attract musical performances from China, Hong Kong, Malaysia, and Singapore, not to mention local Taiwanese performances. |
