The internationally acclaimed Hong Kong String Orchestra will make its highly anticipated Australian debut to welcome the Year of the Snake with an unforgettable celebration of music at four capital cities of Australia.
Comprising over 20 ensemble members, HKSO is the first string orchestra from Hong Kong to tour Australia. Known for its exceptional blend of Eastern and Western classical music, the orchestra will delight audiences this time with a captivating program, led by Soloist Yao Jue, that merges cherished Western masterpieces by Vivaldi with traditional pieces that honor the rich cultural heritage of the Lunar New Year.
Audiences can expect a nostalgic touch with iconic Hong Kong music from the 1990s, including music from the popular TV drama Blossoms Shanghai (繁花) , and timeless hits like Beyond’s No More Hesitation (不再犹豫) and Zhang Xueyou’s Stolen Heart (偷心), capturing the charm and energy of Hong Kong’s vibrant pop culture.
Sydney
Sydney Opera House Concert Hall
Sunday 2 Feb 7:30 pm
Prices: Premium $138 / A $118 / B $98 / C $78 / D $58*
BOOK NOWCanberra
Canberra Theatre Centre the Plathouse
Wednesday 5 Feb 7:30 pm
Prices: Premium $108 / A $88 / B $68 / C $48*
BOOK NOWMelbourne
Melbourne Recital Centre
Friday 7 Feb 7:30 pm
Prices: Premium $118 / A $98 / B $78 / C $58*
BOOK NOW*A transaction fee may apply, Concessions are available to holders of an Seniors Card, Pensioners, students. 10% discount for group + 10
HKSO
The Hong Kong String Orchestra (HKSO), led by Artistic Director Yao Jue SBS, BBS, JP., has achieved international acclaim for its unique blend of Eastern and Western influences. Over 10 years, HKSO has nurtured young talent, performed globally in 13 countries and 40 cities, and collaborated with renowned musicians like Tan Dun and Sarah Chang. Notable achievements include a Guinness World Record for the largest string ensemble and performances at major festivals, including the John F. Kennedy Center and the Shanghai Arts Festival.
Yao Jue
Yao Jue, a graduate of Juilliard, the San Francisco Conservatory, and the Shanghai Conservatory, has performed globally at prestigious venues like Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Tchaikovsky Hall. Her acclaimed career spans Asia, Europe, and the U.S., highlighted by awards like the Bronze Bauhinia Star (2017) and University Fellowships from Hong Kong Polytechnic University (2015) and Baptist University (2023). In 1993, she debuted at Carnegie Hall to a full-house audience. She plays a 1713 Stradivarius violin.