| Composer/Presenter | James MacMillan |
| Piano | Colleen Lee (HKS Artist Associate 2010/2011) |
| Violin | James Cuddeford |
| Clarinet | Fong Hiu-kai Johnny |
Programme
| James MacMillan | After the Tryst (1988) for Violin & Piano |
Kiss on Wood (1993) for Violin & Piano |
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Lumen Christi for Piano (1997) |
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From Galloway (2000) for Solo Clarinet |
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in angustiis…I for Piano (2001) |
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Motet III from Since it was the day of Preparation… (2012) for Solo Clarinet in Bb |
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 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.
James MacMillan (Composer)
In the past three decades, MacMillan’s achievement and musical language have attracted signification admiration and acclaim in the music industry, setting an example for young modern composers to follow. After the extraordinary success of The Confession of Isobel Gowdie at the BBC Proms in 1990, his works have since been performed and broadcasted around the world. His major works include the percussion concerto Veni, Veni, Emmanuel, which has received close to 500 performances, a cello concerto for Mstislav Rostropovich and four symphonies. His interpreters include Evelyn Glennie, Colin Currie, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Vadim Repin, Leonard Slatkin, Andrew Davis, Marin Alsop, London Symphony Orchestra, New York and Los Angeles Philharmonics, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra and The Sixteen. Also internationally active as a conductor, he was Principal Guest Conductor of the Netherlands Radio Chamber Philharmonic until 2013 and Composer/Conductor of the BBC Philharmonic from 2000 to 2009.
“James MacMillan is the greatest living British composer.”
The Telegraph
“A creator who replaced modernist aridity with communicative directness.”
The New York Times
Featured artists:
5 September 2018 (Wednesday)
7:30pm
Tai Kwun JC Cube
View Map Price:Free admission (registration is required)
The Tai Kwun entrance nearest to JC Cube is located on Arbuthnot Road (Bauhinia House Gate). CLICK HERE for details.
Programme Partner
With support from
| Duration: | The performance will last for approximately 60 minutes without intermission. |
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| Language: | In English |
| Age Limit: | Recommended for ages 6 and above. |
| Programme Enquiries: | 2836 3336 / info@hksinfonietta.org |
| Remarks: | Hong Kong Sinfonietta reserves the right to change the programme and artists |
