Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra combines traditional instruments with an international sound

Colin Clarke
Monday, August 19, 2024

The HKCO's triannual International Conducting Competition for Chinese Music aims to identify the best emerging talent within the artform. Colin Clarke explores how the competition presents repertoire steeped in tradition – with a global twist

Taiwanese conductor Huang Wei–chieh brought his extensive understanding of Chinese music, and his experience as an Erhu player to the podium, winning the competition overall (Image courtesy of HKCO)
Taiwanese conductor Huang Wei–chieh brought his extensive understanding of Chinese music, and his experience as an Erhu player to the podium, winning the competition overall (Image courtesy of HKCO)

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