The Gift of Christmas: NOĒMA Sings Rutter

The University of Hong Kong Grand Hall, Lee Shau Kee Lecture Centre, Centennial Campus, The University of Hong Kong, Central and Western

NOĒMA is a leading chamber choir dedicated to advancing Hong Kong’s choral scene. Comprising some of the finest local choral musicians, the group has quickly become one of the city’s premier ensembles under the dynamic leadership of Artistic Director Sanders Lau, who founded the choir in 2022. NOĒMA is known for its innovative and thought-provoking […]

Isabelle Faust and Alexander Melnikov: Four Modernist Visions

The University of Hong Kong Grand Hall, Lee Shau Kee Lecture Centre, Centennial Campus, The University of Hong Kong, Central and Western

Renowned for their extraordinary musical partnership and profound interpretations, Isabelle Faust and Alexander Melnikov captivated Hong Kong audiences in 2023 with their complete cycle of Beethoven’s Violin Sonatas. The Gramophone Award-winning duo returns after three years with a fresh and compelling programme, reimagining the modernist spirit of the early 20th century through works by four […]

Makoto Ozone

The University of Hong Kong Grand Hall, Lee Shau Kee Lecture Centre, Centennial Campus, The University of Hong Kong, Central and Western

Makoto Ozone is a unique force in both jazz and classical music, blending sound worlds and a host of influences into his performances. Born in Kobe, Japan, he was self-taught in jazz, under his father’s guidance, first on the organ, then piano. Makoto Ozone has an extensive discography, releasing over 30 albums under his name […]

Philippe Manoury: The Palpitations of Discourse

The University of Hong Kong Grand Hall, Lee Shau Kee Lecture Centre, Centennial Campus, The University of Hong Kong, Central and Western

An evening dedicated to the intricate and evocative chamber music of celebrated French composer Philippe Manoury (b. 1952). Manoury will be in Hong Kong as part of his residency at HKU Music, where he serves as the 2026 Rayson Huang Scholar. This concert—the culminating event of his residency—offers a rare and privileged glimpse into the […]

Leonkoro Quartet

The University of Hong Kong Grand Hall, Lee Shau Kee Lecture Centre, Centennial Campus, The University of Hong Kong, Central and Western

The Leonkoro Quartet is an ensemble framed by brothers Jonathan and Lukas Schwarz on first violin and cello, while Amelie Wallner on second violin and Mayu Konoe on viola form the inner voices. Leonkoro—from Esperanto: “lionheart”—is no accidental reference to Astrid Lindgren’s children’s book about two brothers, a story that sets a heartfelt sense of […]

HK PHIL × HKU MUSE: Tarmo Peltokoski & Chen Reiss

The University of Hong Kong Grand Hall, Lee Shau Kee Lecture Centre, Centennial Campus, The University of Hong Kong, Central and Western

Soprano Chen Reiss will join Finnish conductor, pianist, and composer Tarmo Peltokoski for an outstanding performance on July 5, 2026. Programme SCHUMANN Frauenliebe und -leben BERG Sieben frühe Lieder MAHLER Rückert-Lieder Artists Tarmo Peltokoski, piano Chen Reiss, soprano