Swire Denim Series: Hans Zimmer’s Greatest Hits

EVENT DESCRIPTION

Programme
Film music composed by Hans Zimmer, including The Lion King, Gladiator, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Holiday, The Dark Knight, Inception, and more.

In an illustrious career spanning over 40 years, German film composer Hans Zimmer has scored over 150 films, winning him two Oscars and two Grammy Awards. His music seamlessly combines electronic elements with symphonic textures to great dramatic effect, bringing epic worlds to life onscreen. Immerse yourself in Zimmer’s sonic universe as the HK Phil and conductor Benjamin Northey deliver unforgettable themes from Inception, The Dark Knight trilogy, The Lion King, Pirates of the Caribbean, Gladiator and more.

The concert runs approximately 2 hours with an intermission.

Artists
Benjamin Northey, conductor

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.