Thai saxophonist Poh Chaichon Wongkham has become an essential voice in Hong Kong’s music scene since 2017. A prodigy under the tutelage of Koh Mr. Saxman, Poh is known for his soulful tone and versatility, having anchored major local projects like Good Funk Shui and Penthouse. His playing effortlessly bridges lyrical, emotive melodies with the […]
Tsang Tak Hong’s international career has spanned major jazz festivals from Shanghai to Seoul, bolstered by his experience as a sought-after music director and curator for RTHK’s Jazz and Psychology. His work is defined by a rare blend of technical precision and narrative depth. For this performance, Tsang is joined by keyboardist Jezrael Lucero and […]
It is well known that Haruki Murakami is fascinated by jazz. His first book on the subject, Portrait in Jazz, was published in 1998 and features 26 jazz musicians. Every month, Kung @kung.chishing, one of the owners of CODA, selects one of the musicians from the book to share their life and stories. Through this, […]
Eugene Pao is synonymous with Hong Kong jazz. Since the mid-80s, he has collaborated with global legends like Michael Brecker and Bobby McFerrin, serving as both a pioneering guitarist and a cornerstone of the local scene. Joining him is Patrick Lui, a versatile Berklee-trained pianist and composer known for his sophisticated harmonic language and ambitious […]
Kingston Lo has increasingly captured the attention of local audiences with his unique fusion of electronic textures and modern jazz language. Influenced by the sensibilities of Post-Bop, Nu-Jazz, and the contemporary UK jazz movement—drawing inspiration from artists like Alfa Mist and Yussef Dayes—Kingston has cultivated a distinct sonic world. Moving beyond traditional keyboard performance, he […]
Roger Chung, a core member of The Chung Brothers, is a prominent figure in the local jazz and gospel scene. Beyond his acclaimed performances, he is a dedicated music educator who has lectured on jazz history and hosted the long-running radio program In Love with Jazz. He reunites with Filipino pianist Jezrael Lucero, a virtuosic […]
Alan Kwan, a critically acclaimed guitarist and composer, is known for his sophisticated balance of modern jazz, contemporary classical, and world music. A consistent presence on the international stage, he is equally dedicated to education, bridging the gap between performance and legacy-building. Joining him is Eugene Pao, the foundational figure of Hong Kong jazz. Since […]