Swire Symphony Under the Stars 2024

EVENT DESCRIPTION

Programme

The HK Phil hosts its iconic free annual outdoor music extravaganza, Swire Symphony Under The Stars, in autumn every year. This popular event attracts over 15,000 people every year, who enjoy this concert with a programme of orchestral favourites performed by the HK Phil under the night sky – complete with fireworks – with the city’s spectacular skyline as the backdrop. Bring you family, friends and a picnic, and experience a truly Hong Kong event.

Artists
Elim Chan, conductor
Chiyan Wong, piano
Lin Jiang, horn

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.