Christoph Poppen x Anneleen Lenaerts: A Ceremony of Harp Carols
The Hong Kong Sinfonietta presents 'A Ceremony of Harp Carols' at Hong Kong City Hall, featuring conductor Christoph Poppen, harpist Anneleen Lenaerts, a cast of vocalists, and the choir NOĒMA in a performance of Britten, Glière, and C P E Bach.
- When
5 Dec 2026 20:00 - 22:00
- Location
Hong Kong City Hall Concert Hall
Hong Kong Island Central Central and Western
5 Edinburgh Place, Central, Hong Kong
- Christoph Poppen · Music Director/Conductor
- Anneleen Lenaerts · Harp
- Louise Kwong · Soprano
- Sophie Gallagher · Mezzo-soprano
- Mirko Ludwig · Tenor
- Fredrick Ho · Bass
- Choir NOĒMA · Choir
- Tickets & pricing
Standard
HKD 580
Standard
HKD 380
Highlights
"A Ceremony of Harp Carols" is an exquisite holiday concert led by Hong Kong Sinfonietta's Music Director, Christoph Poppen. The evening features the world-renowned harpist Anneleen Lenaerts, whose brilliant virtuosity will take center stage. Accompanied by a stellar cast of vocalists and the choir NOĒMA, this concert promises a warming and sophisticated musical journey, perfect for getting into the festive spirit.
Program
The program is curated to offer both depth and seasonal joy, featuring:
- Benjamin Britten: A Ceremony of Carols, Op 28 (arr. Harrison), a quintessential masterpiece for the holiday season.
- Reinhold Glière: Harp Concerto in E-flat major, Op 74, showcasing the majestic and lyrical capabilities of the harp.
- C P E Bach: Magnificat, H772, a stunning work that captures the profound beauty of Baroque choral composition.
Performers
- Conductor: Christoph Poppen
- Harp: Anneleen Lenaerts
- Soloists: Louise Kwong (Soprano), Sophie Gallagher (Mezzo-soprano), Mirko Ludwig (Tenor), Fredrick Ho (Bass)
- Choir: NOĒMA (Artistic Director: Apollo Wong)
Venue & Access
The concert takes place at the Hong Kong City Hall Concert Hall in Central. It is easily accessible via MTR (Central or Hong Kong Station) or various bus and tram routes to Edinburgh Place.
Ticketing
- Ticket Prices: HK$580, HK$380
- Where to Buy: Tickets are available via POPTICKET or URBTIX.
- Concessions: Half-price tickets are available for full-time students, senior citizens, people with disabilities (and their minders), and CSSA recipients. A 10% discount is available for purchases of 4 or more standard-priced tickets.
- General Information: The concert lasts approximately 2 hours, including a 15-minute intermission. Suitable for ages 6 and above. Please collect your physical tickets at the HKS reception outside the concert hall on the evening of the performance starting from 7:00 PM.
