Aubade with Joy | Richard Li‘s Solo Classical Vocal Charity Concert at UBC | Part 2 | October 2026

On October 18, 2026, 16-year-old Canadian bass-baritone Richard Li presented Aubade with Joy, his solo classical vocal charity concert, at the prestigious Chan Shun Concert Hall of the UBC Chan Centre in Vancouver, Canada. Presented by Firefly Youth Network, the concert was conceived, produced, and artistically directed by Richard Li, celebrating classical music, youth leadership, and philanthropy under the theme “Music for a More Joyful Tomorrow.” This video features the second half of the concert, showcasing Richard’s performances alongside the Oriental Philharmonic Student Orchestra, Oriental Philharmonic Chamber Choir, and Oriental Philharmonic Choir, under the direction of conductor Tyler Xu. Featuring operatic arias, duets, and ensemble performances, Richard was joined by special guest artists Chen Wang (tenor) and Erin Ilett (soprano), highlighting the beauty of classical vocal music and the powerful collaboration between soloists, orchestra, and choir. Dedicated to BC Children’s Hospital Foundation’s Mighty Music Program, the concert raised CAD $22,653, surpassing its original $20,000 fundraising goal.