Maestro van Zweden and the HK Phil begin an epic two-year exploration of Mahler’s symphonies. The journey starts with this rendition of the composer’s First Symphony—“a sound of nature,” as he himself described it. Often nicknamed “Titan,” it’s so big that it requires augmented orchestral forces. Watch for seven horn players—standing—with the bells of their instruments turned up, proclaiming the breathtaking, jubilant finale.

Offering the perfect foil to Mahler, Tianwa Yang (“heart-meltingly beautiful…impeccable technique.” BBC Music Magazine) captures Mozart in full compositional flower … his Fourth Violin Concerto, graceful and lyrical.

Details at www.hkphil.org

Star actress and singer Lea Salonga has thrilled audiences worldwide as Disney princesses Jasmine and Mulan, toured as the title character in the enchanted rags-to-riches fairytaleCinderella, and on Broadway starred in Les Misérables and created the role of Kim in Miss Saigon. Back by popular demand after her sold-out performances two seasons ago, Lea joins the HK Phil in a magical concert of hits you know and love.

Details at www.hkphil.org

With highlights from the Sun Yat Sen Symphonic Suite, the HK Phil's National Day Celebration honours the 150th birthday of one of the legendary forefathers of modern China. Sometimes called the “People’s Composer,” Xian Xinghai wrote works that vividly marry Chinese folk music with Western harmonies. The composer’s much-loved, most enduring work, The Yellow River Cantata—set to the poetry of Guang Weiran—combines the forces of a full orchestra with the addition of Chinese instruments—chorus, vocal soloists, and a speaker, all bringing this heritage work to life.

Details at www.hkphil.org

Internationally acclaimed cello superstar Yo-Yo Ma returns to HK for the Phil's opening concert, partnering sheng virtuoso Wu Tong for Zhao Lin's Duo, a concerto that imaginatively cross-references Chinese and Western musical traditions, plus Dvorak's 'Silent Woods' and Bizet's Symphony in C.

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A dance-drama from Hong Kong Dance Company Children’s and Youth Troupes in collaboration with the Hong Kong Children’s Choir  discusses love and expectations between parents and children: a cast of 200 young  dancers and singers invite the audience to listen to the secrets of growing children, as told through dance, song and theatre.