Programme TAN Dun ｜Tea: A Mirror of Soul (Opera in Concert) Tea: A Mirror of Soul, one of five operas by the world-renowned Chinese composer Tan Dun, premiered in Japan in 2002. Inspired by The Classic of Tea by tea master Lu Yu, the opera tells the love story of Seikyo, a Japanese prince, and […]
Programme From the quirky charm of The Grand Budapest Hotel to the enchanting depths of The Shape of Water, French composer Alexandre Desplat’s impeccable scores add a touch of magic to every film he graces. Among a staggering 11 Academy Award nominations, Desplat has emerged victorious twice. He also boasts two Golden Globes and two […]
Programme SAINT-SAËNS｜The Carnival of the Animals WAGNER｜The Ring: An Orchestral Adventure (arr. Henk de Vlieger) Dutch composer and arranger Henk de Vlieger, best known for his masterful arrangement of Richard Wagner’s music dramas into orchestral show pieces. Tarmo Peltokoski returns to Hong Kong stage, performing The Ring: an Orchestral Adventure that retells the epic Ring […]
The charismatic Jussen brothers make their return to Hong Kong with In Unison, a concerto for two pianos composed especially for them by their fellow countryman, Joey Roukens. Featuring a sparkling encounter with HK Phil Principal Timpani James Boznos, this dynamic Dutch duo reaches new heights performing with Dutch Maestro Jaap van Zweden. The first […]
Programme WAGNER｜Tannhäuser: Overture BEETHOVEN｜Violin Concerto BEETHOVEN｜Symphony no. 7 The HK Phil concludes the season with a grand finale, featuring a collaboration between two Musical America favourites: 2018 Instrumentalist of the Year Augustin Hadelich and 2012 Conductor of the Year Jaap van Zweden. Known for his captivating tone and passionate interpretations, Hadelich makes a highly anticipated […]