TAIPEI (TVBS News) — Taipei 101 (台北101) and Taipei Music Center (TMC, 台北流行音樂中心) announced Tuesday (Sept. 16) the winners of their collaborative SPARK the MUSIC New Year's Eve Fireworks Music selection project. The prestigious venues selected four original compositions from 234 submissions for a spectacular December 31 showcase that will seamlessly blend musical artistry with pyrotechnic displays. This groundbreaking collaboration represents a new chapter in Taiwan's New Year's Eve celebrations, promising an unprecedented fusion of sound and visual spectacle.
Chia Yeong-chieh (賈永婕), chairwoman of Taipei 101, conveyed both excitement and pressure regarding this year's ambitious fireworks display, emphasizing her commitment to achieving a creative breakthrough. She acknowledged the personal significance of the project, noting the deep meaning this year's celebration holds for her. The four selected compositions explore diverse themes including the age of exploration, the democratic era, the island of technology, and diverse land, featuring works by talented composers Lai Mu-en (賴慕恩), Lin Hwa-lin, and Chang Fu-lung.
Kay Huang (黃韻玲), chairperson of TMC, emphasized the collaboration as a profound exploration of Taiwan's rich musical creativity and artistic potential. She expressed particular admiration for compositions inspired by the theme of the age of exploration, finding them especially compelling and innovative. Huang also reflected on her personal experience of watching fireworks with her young child, highlighting how such moments foster feelings of reunion and symbolize fresh beginnings for families across Taiwan.
Huang revealed her intention to invite these talented creators for future film scoring projects, potentially expanding their artistic horizons beyond the fireworks collaboration. Anticipation continues to build for this unique New Year's Eve celebration, as the innovative partnership promises to deliver a memorable fusion of sound and visual spectacle. The ambitious project serves as a powerful showcase of Taiwan's vibrant creative spirit and artistic innovation on the global stage. ◼