
Its unique system of guest conductors allows the Orchestra to promote artistic encounters with the most prominent conductors of each generation.

30".įounded in 1842, the Orchestra has had a very close association with the history and tradition of European classical music for the past 180 years. 90", as well as Strauss's "Thus Spoke Zarathustra, Op. In the second concert on October 25, the programme includes Brahms's "Tragic Overture, Op.

In the first concert on October 24, the Orchestra will present Wagner's "Prelude to Parsifal, WWV 111", Strauss's "Death and Transfiguration, Op. Under the baton of distinguished conductor Franz Welser-Möst, over 100 members of the Orchestra will perform an array of classics from the romantic era. It is also under the exclusive sponsorship of the Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC) as one of the many initiatives supported by the HKJC's approved donation of $630 million to the Government of the HKSAR to mark the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the HKSAR, demonstrating that the HKJC is resolute in pursuing its purpose of acting continuously for the betterment of society, all in support of creating a stronger community together. Tickets will be available from October 10 (Monday) onwards for each concert, as part of the programmes celebrating the 25th anniversary of the establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).

After an 11-year hiatus, the internationally renowned Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra (Orchestra) is returning to Hong Kong to stage two concerts, on October 24 and 25 (Monday and Tuesday) respectively, by invitation from the Leisure and Cultural Services Department (LCSD), giving music lovers an opportunity to experience the acclaimed performances of this premier Orchestra that should not be missed.
