東  方  愛  樂  協  會

The Asiatic Philharmonia Society is a non-profit music organization. It is currently comprised of the Asiatic Philharmonia Orchestra  and the Asiatic Philharmonia Chorale.    Maestro Jindong Cai is the Music Director and conductor of the Orchestra and the Chorale.  

The Asiatic Philharmonia Orchestra consists of local professional musicians who are originally from Asia and from other ethnic groups.  The Asiatic Philharmonia Chorale is comprised of several established Bay Area Asian choruses and qualified individual choral singers. 

Missions
 
APS is dedicated to making Chinese/Asian music emerge into the American main stream.    This endeavor will enrich the cultural life in our society as a whole, and will improve the status of the Asian-American community in regards to culture.   APS is devoted to promoting cultural understanding/appreciation and social integration.  Music transcends all boundaries and unites all peoples.

APS supports community activities.   APS will support cultural events, festivals, and functions for good causes, such as benefit concerts and ceremonies.     

APS promotes renowned Chinese/Asian musicians.  China and other Asian countries have emerged strongly in the international music arena.  Their musicians have established remarkable records in various prestigious competitions and performances.  APS is dedicated to utilizing such invaluable assets for high culture performing events, and for music education through master classes.   

Recruitment

The Asiatic Philharmonia Orchestra and the Asiatic Philharmonia Chorale are currently recruiting professional musicians and qualified choral singers respectively.  A resume and an audition will be required of all applicants.