Ivana Wong Concert Water:Lily
Not many singer-songwriters ever make it to the Hong Kong Coliseum, but when Ivana Wong got her debut opportunity in late October, supported by an LED screen outlining the stage and an accompanying army of 20-strong strings, a rock band and two pianists, she made it her own.
Donning a series of stunning couture dresses, and Christian Louboutin heels, she ensnared us with her melodic tunes, bringing her unique, refreshing style of music – think of a bipolar pixie singing in an upside down fairyland.
As she sang Hope Hand, the audience was in an awe at the delicacy of Wong’s voice and drawn to the fragile and nostalgic mood set by the turning illuminating orb of light- absolutely hypnotizing. When she came in a floral inspired qi po dress and sang She Threw a Match, it sounded like a 1920’s throw back to pre-war Shanghai. Her voice sounded so warm like it was coming out of a gramophone. Completing the evening with this year’s big hit, Apocalypse was a smart and powerful choice. The instrumentals went full force on that number with an appropriate climax. And we cheered especially loud when Wong attempted to gyrate to The Low-Tech Song, a soft indie rock track where she uses her squeals to complement the electric guitar sequence.
As she wobbled around on five inched heels all night, fans yelled, “ Be careful Ivana,” to which she responded, “ I’m already being extremely cautious.” Not known for her movements or dancing abilities, Wong actually broke out in a charming tap dance to compliment her circus parade song, Songbird- full of chime, drums, horns, strings, and whimsy. We couldn’t help but smile.
Arthur Tam
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