Lunar New Year Concert
Presented by Ausfeng
Details
Hong Kong String Orchestra’s Australian Debut: A Celebration of the Year of the Snake.
Celebrate Lunar New Year with the internationally acclaimed Hong Kong String Orchestra in their Australian debut welcoming the Year of the Snake. Led by virtuoso Yao Jue, this 25-piece ensemble brings their masterful fusion of Eastern and Western classical music to life, performing beloved works by Vivaldi alongside traditional pieces.
Don’t miss this special celebration in 2025.
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Artists
Yao Jue Artistic Director of Hong Kong String Orchestra (HKSO)
Hong Kong String Orchestra (HKSO)
Founded by Virtuoso Yao Jue, BBS, JP, Hong Kong String Orchestra (HKSO) strives to groom home-grown musical talent. Over the past ten years, the Orchestra has touched the lives of music lovers through its concert series and overseas exchange tours. The Orchestra continues to aim for artistic excellence and enjoys successful artistic collaborations with an array of international musicians, including Tan Dun, Sarah Chang, Qin Li-wei, Hayley Westenra, Andrés Cárdenes, and Lio Kuok-man. By cultivating bonds between gifted players and international maestros, the Orchestra reaches new heights of artistic endeavor.
Program
Li Huanzhi
The Spring Festival Prelude
Antonio Vivaldi
The Four Seasons (Excerpts)
Concerto No.1 ‘Spring’
I. Allegro
II. Largo
Concerto No.2 ‘Summer’
III. Presto
Concerto No.3 ‘Autumn’
I. Allegro
Concerto No.4 ‘Winter’
I. Allegro non molto
II. Largo
III. Allegro
Venue
Booking Information
Friday 7 February 2025 7.30pm
Duration: 2 hours (incl. interval) Please note, running times are approximate and subject to change.
Tickets
Premium $118 ($106.20 Concession)
A reserve $98 ($88.20 Concession)
B reserve $78 ($70.20 Concession)
C reserve $58 ($52.20 Concession)
GROUP 10+ & STUDENT
Premium $106.20
A reserve $88.20
B reserve $70.20
C reserve $52.20
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