Twinkle in the Enchanted WorldLeisure and Cultural Services Department

Curated by renowned composer Ng Cheuk-yin, virtual idol ensemble "Twinkle" being formed by vocalist Aria, violinist Xana, and guitarist Saggi, made their debut in the Hong Kong pop music scene with their first single in September 2023. A year later, these three virtual idols are ready to embark on a new chapter, combining their original pop songs with the exquisite arrangements composed by pianist Joyce Cheung. Experience the harmonious blend of cutting-edge technology and timeless musicianship as Twinkle and Joyce Cheung create a unique sonic landscape that bridges the gap between virtual and physical realms.

Ng Cheuk-yin composes music of different genres ranging from Chinese and Western orchestral music, a cappella theatre, Cantopop to crossover music. He has served as composer or music director for various artists' albums and concerts, including Hins Cheung and Eason Chan. His rich and diversified portfolio of compositions has been recognised with numerous awards, including the Hong Kong Arts Development Award 2011 - Award for Best Artist (Music) by the Hong Kong Arts Development Council, the Best Serious Composition (three times) at the CASH Golden Sail Music Awards, as well as the "Favourite Song" award at the Ultimate Song Chart Awards of the Commercial Radio Hong Kong.

Joyce Cheung is a rising star in Hong Kong's music scene as a jazz pianist. She has served as pianist, arranger, and composer for numerous artists' albums and performances, including Terence Lam, Joey Yung, Chan Fai-young, Janice Vidal, and Yoyo Sham. She has performed alongside British Soul Jazz vocalist Poppy Ajudha at Tokyo Blue Note. Her curated concert "Once in a Blue Moon" featured various singers performing classic pop songs with her new arrangements, receiving widespread acclaim.

More Details: https://www.ekcc.hk/twinkle-in-the-enchanted-world/en/prog.html

- Standing Only
- In Cantonese without surtitles
- The performance is approx. 1 hour 30 mins without interval
- Recommended for ages 6 or above

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"Twinkle in the Enchanted World" is one of the "Unbox EKCC" trial programmes of the East Kowloon Cultural Centre
"Twinkle in the Enchanted World" is a partner event of 2024 youthfest@HK