Standard Chartered Global Private Bank Proudly Sponsors: Yo-Yo Ma Plays Elgar | Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra
Renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma will join the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Yu Long, at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall to perform Elgar's Cello Concerto alongside other classical masterpieces.
- When
25 Jan 2027 19:30 - 21:10
- Location
Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall
Kowloon Tsim Sha Tsui Yau Tsim Mong
10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
- Tickets & pricing
Zone A
HKD 2080
Zone B
HKD 1480
Zone C
HKD 880
Zone D
HKD 680
Highlights
Legendary cellist Yo-Yo Ma returns to Hong Kong for an unforgettable performance with the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra. Conducted by the acclaimed Yu Long, this concert promises an evening of profound musical expression, headlined by Elgar's iconic Cello Concerto. This collaboration represents a significant dialogue between artistic mastery and deep emotional resonance.
Program
The concert program features a compelling selection of works. The centerpiece is Elgar's emotionally charged "Cello Concerto in E minor, Op. 85," renowned for its depth and beauty. The evening also includes Elgar's stirring "Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1," a staple of the BBC Proms. Additionally, the orchestra will perform Vaughan Williams' "English Folk Song Suite" and Chen Qigang's "Instants d'Opéra," a piece that brilliantly integrates the colors of traditional Chinese opera into a modern orchestral framework.
Performers
- Cello: Yo-Yo Ma
- Conductor: Yu Long
- Performance: Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra
Venue & Access
- Venue: Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall
- Date: 25 January 2027
- Time: 19:30
- Note: The concert runs for approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, including an intermission. Suitable for ages 6 and above.
Ticketing
Tickets are available at HKD 2080, 1480, 880, and 680. For specific details regarding priority booking and public ballot sales, please refer to the official channels of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra.
