Winter Concert 2023Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Shaw Auditorium, HKUST, The HKUST Center for the Arts, University Philharmonic Orchestra, HKUSTSU

Experience the magic of the Winter Concert! The University Philharmonic Orchestra, HKUSTSU will join hands with the University Choir, HKUSTSU to present to you a musical feast filled with holiday cheers. Under the baton of Dr. Ken Cheng, you will open the door to classical and modern music, and enter the musical world composed of charming and festive melodies. The orchestra will perform musical masterpieces such as "Themes from Studio Ghibli Animation", Wagner's "Ride of the Valkyries", and Tchaikovsky's "The Nutcracker" to bring you a wonderful performance. Join us now for the grand musical celebration and create unforgettable memories!

[Program]

LEROY ANDERSON
A Christmas Festival

LEROY ANDERSON
Blue Tango

J. STRAUSS
Feuerfest

RICHARD WAGNER
Ride Of the Valkyries

FRITZ KREISLER
Praeludium and Allegro
[Violin Solo by Gwyneth Wong]

JOE HISAISHI
arr. Prof. Ivan Ip
Themes from Studio Ghibli Animation

TCHAIKOVSKY
Nutcracker Suite, Op. 71a

JOHN RUTTER
orch. setting by James Lai
Look at the World
[Guest: The University Choir, HKUSTSU]

ROGER EMERSON, PAUL LAVENDER
Holiday Favourites
[Guest: The University Choir, HKUSTSU]

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Organizer: University Philharmonic Orchestra, HKUSTSU
Conductor: Dr. Ken Cheng
Guest of Honor: The University Choir, HKUSTSU
Sponsored by: Student Enrichment Activities Support (SEAS) Scheme

After deduction of ticketing expenses, the proceeds will be used to support events at Shaw Auditorium organized by HKUST students

Program duration is approximately 115 minutes, intermission included
Recommended for ages 4 and above
Audience is recommended to arrive 15 minutes before the event starts
Latecomers will only be admitted at a suitable break
The organizer reserves the right to change the program, artists and seating arrangement should unavoidable circumstances make it necessary