[1]. Bernstein: Candide Overture (Transcribed for Symphonic Band by Clare Grundman)
[2]. Milhaud: Suite Francaise,Op 248
[3]. Philip Sparke: Tuba Concerto (2006)
[4]. Malcolm Arnold: Four Scottish Dances,Op 59 (Arranged by John Paynter)
[5]. Percy Grainger: Molly on the Shore

Matthias Rácz will share with you his insights on music and bassoon playing at the Bassoon Masterclass jointly presented by Hong Kong Sinfonietta and The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts.

Programme
Bach
Suite No 1 in G for Unaccompanied Cello, BWV1007

Mendelssohn
Piano Trio No 1 in D minor, Op 49

Join distinguished German cellist Daniel Müller-Schott on stage and enjoy his captivating performance upclose! In this concert, he will perform two of the best-loved works of the repertoire – Bach’s Suite No 1 in G for Unaccompanied Cello, as well as Mendelssohn’s Piano Trio No 1 together with Hong Kong pianist Colleen Lee and Hong Kong Sinfonietta’s Concertmaster James Cuddeford.

Programme
Fazıl Say
Gezi Park 2, Sonata for Piano, Op 52 (2014)

Fazıl Say
3 Ballads (1996-2002)

Fazıl Say
Summertime Variations (2005)

Fazıl Say
Paganini Jazz (1995)

Come take a seat on stage, and immerse in the musical world of Fazıl Say! An extraordinary pianist and composer, Say has collaborated with all of the top American and European orchestras, and has been commissioned to write music for renowned festivals such as the Salzburg and Schleswig-Holstein Festivals. Don’t miss this UpClose opportunity to see Say perform his captivating piano works!

Programme
Satie
Gymnopédie No 1

Debussy
Clair de Lune

Debussy
Préludes, Book 1: Ce qu’a Vu le Vent d’Ouest#

Ravel
Gaspard de la Nuit: Ondine#

Franck
Piano Quintet in F minor

*Guest performer

#Please note that the programme has been changed from Satie’s Gnossienne No 2 to
Debussy’s Préludes, Book 1: Ce qu’a Vu le Vent d’Ouest & Ravel’s Gaspard de la Nuit: Ondine

French pianist David Kadouch has collaborated with many leading orchestras and conductors, and has appeared at such festivals as Verbier, Klavier-Festival Ruhr and La Roque d’Anthéron. He also performs chamber music with acclaimed musicians including Michel Dalberto, Radovan Vlatković, Renaud and Gautier Capuçon, among others. In this concert, Kadouch will perform chamber and solo works written by four French composers of different styles, and share his musical insights with the audience. Come take a seat on stage, and enjoy an evening of French music in a uniquely UpClose setting.

Programme
Bach
Partita in A minor, BWV1013 (adapted for oboe)

Mozart
String Quintet No 4 in G minor, K516 (adapted for oboe & string quartet)

Currently Principal Oboe of Bavarian Radio Symphony Orchestra, acclaimed Spanish oboist Ramón Ortega Quero has collaborated with leading orchestras as a soloist and has performed chamber music with renowned musicians including Janine Jansen and Mitsuko Uchida. In this concert, he will perform two works adapted for oboe, including Mozart’s String Quintet No 4 and Bach’s highly virtuosic Partita in A minor, which was originally composed for solo flute. Come take a seat on stage and immerse yourselves in this UpClose concert experience!

“James MacMillan is the greatest living British composer.”
The Telegraph

“A creator who replaced modernist aridity with communicative directness.”
The New York Times

A renowned contemporary composer and active internationally as a conductor, Sir James MacMillan has established himself as one of the foremost composers of his generation. Drawing influences from his Scottish heritage, strong Catholic faith and social beliefs, MacMillan has attracted international attention for his compositions. Invited as a guest conductor by Hong Kong Sinfonietta, MacMillan will be making his Hong Kong début conducting the orchestra on 8 Sep at HK City Hall.

Few days before the concert, music-lovers will have a close-up encounter with Sir James at Tai Kwun alongside Hong Kong Sinfonietta Concertmaster James Cuddeford as they give invaluable insights into their musical experiences.

With pianist Colleen Lee, Hong Kong Sinfonietta Concertmaster James Cuddeford and Principal Clarinet Johnny Fong performing MacMillan’s chamber works that are rarely heard in HK, it will be a treat for the ears.

Programme: Chamber works by Sir James MacMillan
After the Tryst (1988) for Violin & Piano
Kiss on Wood (1993) for Violin & Piano
Lumen Christi for Piano (1997)
From Galloway (2000) for Solo Clarinet
in angustiis…I for Piano (2001)
Motet III from Since it was the day of Preparation… (2012) for Solo Clarinet in Bb

Programme Beethoven Sonata in E-flat major, Op.27 No.1 Schumann Novellette in B minor, Op.21 No.3 Beethoven Sonata in A major, Op.101 1st movement : Allegretto, ma non troppo 2nd movement : Vivace alla Marcia In collaboration with The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, German Pianist Martin Helmchen will conduct a masterclass to share his insights on music and piano playing. “Superb pianist.”BBC Music Magazine “This was Beethoven playing of great individuality and distinction.”Chicago Classical Review “The world isn’t short of brilliant concert pianists, but Martin Helmchen stands out even in that remarkable crowd.”The Washington Post Martin Helmchen (Piano) 1st Prize, 2001 Clara Haskil Competition at age 19 Has performed with the world’s top orchestras and conductors including Berlin Philharmonic/Blomstedt, Vienna Philharmonic/Gergiev, London Philharmonic/Jurowski, New York Philharmonic & Boston Symphony/von Dohnányi