Rolex Proudly Presents: Jonas Kaufmann Opera Gala

EVENT DESCRIPTION

Experience the sheer vocal prowess and charisma of “the world’s greatest tenor” (The Telegraph) in his long-awaited Hong Kong debut! Hailed as one of the world’s most significant and versatile tenors of his generation, the German-Austrian Jonas Kaufmann has graced the stages of all leading opera houses, performing in over 70 operas. This concert showcases favourite arias from some of Kaufmann’s signature roles, including Cavaradossi in Tosca, Radamès in Aida, Don José in Carmen, and Calaf in Turandot.

The concert runs approximately 90 minutes with an intermission.

Artists
Jochen Rieder, conductor
Jonas Kaufmann, tenor

19 FEB 2025 (Wed) 8:00pm
22 FEB 2025 (Sat) 8:00pm

ABOUT THE ARTIST / ORGANISER

The Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra (HK Phil) is one of the leading orchestras in Asia. The annual schedule focuses on symphonic repertoire, with conductors and soloists from all over the world. The HK Phil runs an extensive education programme, commissions new works, and nurtures local talent. The most recent recording project is Wagner’s Ring Cycle following the first-ever performances in Hong Kong of these four operas. In 2019, the HK Phil received the prestigious Gramophone Orchestra of the Year Award – the first orchestra in Asia to receive this distinction. With Music Director Jaap van Zweden since 2012, the HK Phil has toured to Europe, Asia, Australia, and on numerous occasions to Mainland China. Yu Long is the orchestra’s Principal Guest Conductor, while Lio Kuokman is the Resident Conductor of the HK Phil.