A virtuosic pianist, mathematical genius, and prolific composer, Kit Armstrong is one of a kind who has captivated audiences worldwide with his original approach to music. He also displays remarkable gifts for science and languages, and is a protégé of Alfred Brendel, who ascribes to him “an understanding of the great piano works that combines freshness […]

The award-winning duo, violinist Isabelle Faust and pianist Alexander Melnikov, has established an unbreakable rapport over the years, sharing electrifying and beautiful musical dialogues with music lovers worldwide. Join this 3-day cycle and experience "the most stimulating and fascinating accounts" (BBC Magazine) of Beethoven's masterpieces! 31 MAR | FRI | 8PM (Details)No. 1 in D major, […]

Following the success of Beethoven 32 Piano Sonatas in 2017 at HKU, Konstantin Lifschitz will join forces with Alexei Volodin for four concerts featuring piano solo and two piano works next month. Best friends since their childhood days at Moscow’s Gnessin Academy, the two internationally acclaimed pianists will share with us the joy of playing […]

From Bach's Well-Tempered Clavier to Messiaen’s Quartet for the End of Time, as well as many complete cycles in between, MUSE’s programme curation aims to inspire a deeper appreciation of classical music through in-depth exploration of monumental works. On György Ligeti’s 100th anniversary, we take a closer look at his creative psyche through four masterpieces, […]

György Ligeti (1923-2006) was one of the most celebrated avant-garde composers in the latter half of the 20th century. On the occasion of Ligeti’s centenary, we present four of his chamber gems: Sonata for Solo Cello (1948/1953) is a Hungarian diptych that combines love-struck lyricism with whimsical virtuosity; Musica ricercata (1951-1953) and String Quartet No. […]

Eight years after Berliner Barock Solisten graced the Grand Hall stage with the Complete Brandenburg Concertos, our friends return to HKU in October with Diyang Mei, First Principal Viola of the Berliner Philharmoniker since 2022 and the first-ever Chinese member of the orchestra in its 141-year history. The ensemble will present a series of Italian […]

Adopting the creed "search for roots in tradition, find ways in the avant-garde", composer Doming Lam was a maverick pioneer, and one of the very few among his generation of Chinese musicians to have earned an entry in the authoritative Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians. By way of five chamber works from different stages […]

“Schubert’s completed piano sonatas take us on a unique and heart-wrenching journey through the last 12 years of his life. From the charming lyricism of the early sonatas to the transcendent creativity of the late masterpieces, via harrowing moments of despair as his health started to decline. His sonatas express with directness and sincerity some […]

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Quatuor Hanson, winner of the Concours de Genève and the prestigious Diapason d’Or and Choc de Classica awards, is set to captivate audiences in their highly anticipated Hong Kong debut. Their programme will feature works by three visionary composers, each representing a significant milestone in the evolution of chamber music: Haydn’s unconventional B-minor String Quartet, […]

In its original etymology, ‘kung fu’ refers to any skill acquired through extensive learning and dedicated practice. It is also where martial arts and jazz converge, in which both exhibit the pursuit of mastery and meaningful exchanges. In the second ‘Impromptu’ series, Hong Kong jazz pianist and composer Patrick Lui and his band will captivate […]