Concert Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the Return: Long Yu, Jing Wang, and Aristo Sham's Ode to Home and Motherland | Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra

Highlights

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of Hong Kong's return to the motherland, this special concert brings together the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra and the Shanghai Symphony Orchestra. Under the baton of renowned conductor Long Yu, the performance will feature a repertoire of masterpieces that celebrate themes of home and country, highlighting Hong Kong's unique status as a bridge between Eastern and Western cultures. Audience members will witness extraordinary performances by world-class pianist Aristo Sham and HK Phil Concertmaster Jing Wang, experiencing the profound resonance of orchestral music that transcends borders.

Program

The concert features a thoughtfully curated selection of significant works:

• Jean Sibelius: Finlandia, Op. 26 — A powerful depiction of national spirit and resilience.
• Zhao Jiping: Violin Concerto No. 1 — A masterpiece by master composer Zhao Jiping, blending Western concerto structure with distinct Chinese melodic textures.
• Yellow River Piano Concerto — Adapted by Yin Chengzong, Liu Zhuang, Chu Wanghua, Sheng Lihong, Shi Shucheng, and Xu Feixing, this monumental work will be performed by the 'aristocratic' virtuoso Aristo Sham.
• Bedřich Smetana: Má vlast: 'Vltava' — A symphonic poem capturing the beauty of the national landscape.

Performers

The concert features a stellar lineup of internationally acclaimed musicians:

• Conductor: Long Yu (Principal Guest Conductor of the HK Phil)
• Violin: Jing Wang (Concertmaster of the HK Phil)
• Piano: Aristo Sham (Gold Medalist of the 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition)
• Orchestra: Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra & Shanghai Symphony Orchestra

Ticketing

• Performance Date: July 3, 2027 (5:00 PM)
• Duration: Approx. 1 hour 20 minutes (no intermission)
• Age Limit: 6 years old and above
• Ticket Prices: HK$680, HK$540, HK$400, HK$260
• Booking Details: Please visit the HK Phil website for details. For inquiries, please call 2721 2332 or email enquiries@hkphil.org.