The MUSE Salon: Film Music by Eliot Zhu
HKU MUSE presents a lecture featuring award-winning composer and erhu virtuoso Eliot Zhu, who discusses his artistic journey and approach to film scoring in conversation with Professor Chan Hing-yan.
- When
13 Nov 2026 19:00 - 20:15
- Location
The University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong Island Central Central and Western
The University of Hong Kong (Venue to be confirmed)
- Eliot Zhu · Speaker
- Prof. Chan Hing-yan · Moderator
Highlights
HKU MUSE presents "The MUSE Salon: Film Music by Eliot Zhu," an insightful lecture featuring the acclaimed composer and erhu virtuoso, Eliot Zhu. Known for his cross-cultural musical language, Zhu has created memorable scores for films such as Ne Zha, In Broad Daylight, and the HKFA award-winning Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In. This is a unique opportunity to explore the creative process behind world-class film scoring.
Program
Moderated by composer Professor Chan Hing-yan, Director of the School of Humanities at the University of Hong Kong, this session explores Zhu's artistic journey from his training in London to his success in the international film industry. The discussion will delve into the fusion of Chinese and Western music traditions and how these influences shape the narrative power of his film scores.
Speakers
- Speaker: Eliot Zhu (Composer, Erhu Virtuoso)
- Moderator: Professor Chan Hing-yan (Director, School of Humanities, The University of Hong Kong)
Ticketing & Event Information
- This is a free event with registration required.
- The lecture lasts approximately 75 minutes with no intermission.
- Recommended for ages 10 and above.
- Please arrive on time; latecomers will be admitted at the discretion of the organizers.
