Know Your Piano Concertos | Hong Kong Sinfonietta [International Arts Carnival 2026]

Program Overview

The piano possesses an unmatched ability to convey deep emotion and complexity, often engaging in an intense dialogue with the symphony orchestra that reveals the full scope of a composer's imagination. "Know Your Piano Concertos," a feature of the International Arts Carnival 2026, is curated and conducted by Hong Kong Sinfonietta Laureate Music Director Yip Wing-sie. This concert aims to demystify the piano concerto format, offering audiences an accessible yet profound exploration of the genre.

Featured Artists

The concert features a stellar lineup, headlined by renowned pianist Rachel Cheung. Beyond performing Chopin’s masterful first concerto, Rachel will share personal insights and memorable anecdotes from her experiences at the prestigious Chopin International Piano Competition. The program also highlights emerging talent, featuring two rising pianists discovered in the 2025 "Piano Star Search"—Lin Ka-wang and Lo Sum-yau—who will perform concertos by Grieg and Mozart, respectively.

Program Highlights

The concert will showcase three significant piano concerto masterpieces:

• Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor, K466 (Movement I: Allegro) — Performed by Lo Sum-yau
• Grieg: Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 16 — Performed by Lin Ka-wang
• Chopin: Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor, Op. 11 — Performed by Rachel Cheung

Venue & Access

The concert will take place at the Hong Kong City Hall Concert Hall. Located in the heart of Central, the venue is easily accessible via the MTR Central Station, connected by the elevated pedestrian walkway system. The Concert Hall is celebrated for its excellent acoustics, making it an ideal setting for this repertoire.

Ticketing

Tickets are currently available via URBTIX. Pricing tiers are set at HKD 450, 320, and 200. Interested patrons can purchase tickets through the official URBTIX website or at any designated URBTIX outlet.