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Known as ‘The Father of New Music in Hong Kong’, composer Doming Lam passes away at the age of 96.
Introduction by: Oliver Chou, music critic
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The publication of ‘The Hong Kong Oratorio Society – 65 Glorious Years’ becomes the first account of a local performing arts group to present details of its 300 plus concerts since its founding in 1956.
Introduction by:　Oliver Chou, music critic
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Andrew Ling, the Principal Viola of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra succeeds Yip Wai-hong, the founder of the Pan Asia Symphony Orchestra as its new Music Director.
Introduction by:Andrew Ling
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To commemorate the 50th anniversary of CU Chorus, the book ‘CU Chorus: The First 50 Years’ is being published. It records the history and development of the Chorus, as well as cultural activities within the University and Hong Kong.
Introduction by: Sarah Lee, Chief Editor of CU Chorus: The First 50 Years
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‘WILD (The Musical)’, a Broadway-style musical production by the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong receives its UK premiere at the FUSE International Festival in London. The production receives 5-star reviews.
Introduction by: Leanne Nicholls, Founder & Artistic Director of the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong
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Composer Chan Kai-young spearheads the organization of ‘From Constraints to Creativity: A Conference on Cantonese Contemporary Music’ at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, promoting the development of Cantonese choral music.
Introduction by: Chan Kai-young
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The screenings of ‘To Be Continued’, a documentary featuring the life of late entertainment tycoon Harry Odell, has re-discovered this forgotten name who brought world-class musicians to perform in Hong Kong as early as the 1950s.
Introduction by: Haider Kikabhoy, film director
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‘CASH Golden Sail Music Awards’ introduces the ‘Best Young Composer’s Serious Composition’ award to motivate local serious music creations and attract more young composers to participate in the music creative industry.
Introduction by: May Lee, Head of Corporate Communications of CASH
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Ramiel Leung is the winner of the 1st HK International Chromatic Harmonica Competition. This multi-faceted musical event also includes master classes, concerts, workshops, a forum, an exhibition and an open stage, fostering the appreciation of harmonica culture in Hong Kong.
Introduction by: Ho Pak-cheong, Chairman of the Steering Committee of the 1st Hong Kong International Chromatic Harmonica Competition
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The 2nd Hong Kong International Conducting Competition, organized by the Hong Kong Sinfonietta, receives 194 applications from 45 countries/regions worldwide, with Venezuelan conductor Rodolfo Barráez winning 1st Prize and Orchestra Prize.
Introduction by: Christoph Poppen, Music Director of the Hong Kong Sinfonietta
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Hong Kong Sinfonietta announces the appointment of German conductor Christoph Poppen as Music Director from the 2023/2024 season, as the orchestra continues to expand the horizons of classical music for the local audience and abroad.
Introduction by: Christoph Poppen, Music Director of the Hong Kong Sinfonietta
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The Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra invites 90-year-old composer He Zhanhao to conduct his Butterfly Lovers Gaohu Concerto in Hong Kong. It is also the first time for the fourth generation of eco-gaohu to debut in concerts.
Introduction by: Tracy Huang, Head of Marketing and Development of the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra
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Hong Kong double bass player Thomas Lai wins 2nd and Audience Prize at the 2023 ARD International Music Competition in the double bass category.
Introduction by: Thomas Lai
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Musicus’ ‘Jockey Club Musicus Heritage Alive’ project wins Star of Outstanding Award at the 2022 Global Awards for World Heritage Education Innovative Cases under the auspices of UNESCO.
Introduction by: Wendy Chung, General Manager of Musicus Society
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The Yip’s Children’s Choral & Performing Arts Centre celebrates its 40th anniversary. Concert series include the Asian premiere of children’s opera ‘The Snow Queen’.
Introduction by: Nina Yip, Choral & Musical Division Supervisor of the Yip’s Children’s Choir
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Young scholar Lin Ka-chun researches on the history and development of wind music in Hong Kong. It is the first study of its kind and a relevant concert and forum are also held to raise the public’s awareness on the development of such.
Introduction by: Lin Ka-chun
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Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism appoints Tan Dun as the Ambassador for Cultural Promotion. He is to invite local artists to participate in cultural exchanges in Mainland China and overseas, as well as initiating the ‘Tan Dun WE – Festival’.
Introduction by: Leon Chu, music critic
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The Hong Kong Arts Development Council puts in its agreement terms when appointing its examiners, that national security should be protected when applications are being assessed.
Introduction by:　Lau Hang-on, art critic
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Established by The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, the Greater Bay Area Youth Orchestra provides professional training and coaching to selected young musicians in the GBA area. The Orchestra gives its debut and first concert tour in the summer.
Introduction by: Cecilia Tang, Communications Office of HKAPA
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Co-written by Bell Yung and Sonia Ng, the book ‘A Hong Kong Legend: The Blind Mastersinger Dou Wun of Traditional Cantonese Songs’ is being published. The book accounts great stories of legendary ‘dishui nanyin’ master Dou Wun.
Introduction by: Bell Yung
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