CityUHK Student ArtFest 2026 Opening Concert: Beyond the Strings
Date
23 October 2026
Location
Auditorium, 4/F, Jockey Club One Health Tower
Organiser
Student Development Services, Cultural and Sports Committee
Category
Arts & Cultural Development
Description
CityUHK Philharmonic Orchestra and three distinguished local string virtuosos kicked off the CityUHK Student ArtFest 2026 with an unforgettable evening of music in CityUHK’s brand-new Auditorium!
The concert began with the CityUHK Philharmonic Orchestra’s performance of Mozart’s Overture and March from La Clemenza di Tito (K.621), setting the stage with its magnificent energy and instantly captivating the audience. The evening continued with inspiring collaborations between the Orchestra’s student musicians and distinguished guest performers: Ms Amelia Chan, Concertmaster of the City Chamber Orchestra of Hong Kong, and Mr Justin Siu, Founder and Leader of the Hong Kong Tango Orquesta and jazz double bassist. Together, they presented a series of string quartet and cello quintet programmes, including Slavonic Dances by Czech composer Antonín Dvořák and Rain by Ryuichi Sakamoto, showcasing the expressive beauty and versatility of string music.
The concert reached its climax in the second half as the two guest performers joined hands with Ms Jiali Li, Co-Principal Viola of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, and the CityUHK Philharmonic Orchestra to perform Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante in E-flat Major (K.364). The youthful passion of the CityUHK students blended beautifully with the refined artistry of the professional performers, creating a truly memorable musical experience. Their captivating performance filled the auditorium with warmth and emotion, earning enthusiastic applause from the audience and setting a brilliant tone for this year’s CityUHK Student ArtFest!