“Embracing the Heritage of Cantonese Music” Yu Qiwei and His Protégés in Concert

Cantonese music, also known as "Guangdong music", originated in the Pearl River Delta area of Guangdong Province.  It started off as entr’acte music in folk ditty singing shows and drama productions.  Riding on the growing popularity of the recording, broadcasting and film industries in coastal cities in the early 20th century, Cantonese music developed in leaps and bounds.  At that time, Hong Kong was one of the leading hubs of Cantonese music with the residency of renowned musicians such as Lui Man-shing, Wan Chi-chung and Wong Yuet-sang.  Music societies, saloons and Chinese nightclubs increased in great numbers in Hong Kong, making Cantonese music, with its blend of East and West, a unique local popular culture.  Today, Cantonese music is no longer the mainstay of popular culture, but there are still many artists who continue to spread the historical and cultural heritage of this folk music tradition.  Yu Qiwei, a maestro in contemporary Cantonese music, has been a beacon in the field with his consummate performing techniques on the gaohu.  He has also been teaching young musicians in Hong Kong for many years, thus helping the torch of Cantonese music to be passed from generation to generation.  In this concert, Yu will perform a select programme of Cantonese music with his former students and mentees, in true spirit of continuing an invaluable legacy.

15/10: Sha Tin Town Hall

29/10: Hong Kong City Hall

The performance will run for about 2 hours including a 15 minute intermission.  Ticketing details to be announced afterwards.

Audience is strongly advised to arrive punctually.  Latecomers will only be admitted during the intermission or at a suitable break.

The programme does not represent the views of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.  The presenter reserves the right to change the artists and programme.  

【Change of Performer】

As cellist Tan Cong will not be able to participate in both performances on 15 & 29 October, the concerts will be performed by Zhou Xintong.  Thank you for your attention.

With kind permission of The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts: Xu Lingzi

With kind permission of the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra: Zhang Chongxue, Wong Sum-ho, Mak Ka-yin, Li Xiaoding, Wong Kam-pui and Chan Hiu-fung

The presenter reserves the right to change the artists and programme.  

“Embracing the Heritage of Cantonese Music” Yu Qiwei and His Protégés in Concert

DATE

VENUE

PRICE

15.10.2022
(Sat, 8pm)

Auditorium, Sha Tin Town Hall

$220, $160, $120

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29.10.2022
(Sat, 8pm)

Concert Hall, Hong Kong City Hall

$280, $220, $160

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DATE

15.10.2022
(Sat, 8pm)

VENUE

Auditorium, Sha Tin Town Hall

PRICE

$220, $160, $120

BUY NOW

DATE

29.10.2022
(Sat, 8pm)

VENUE

Concert Hall, Hong Kong City Hall

PRICE

$280, $220, $160

BUY NOW

Tickets available from 5 September at URBTIX outlets, on Internet, mobile ticketing app and credit card telephone booking.

Half-price tickets available for senior citizens aged 60 or above, people with disabilities and the minder, full-time students and Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) recipients (limited tickets for CSSA recipients available on a first come, first served basis).

Group Booking Discount

For each purchase of standard tickets for ‘Embracing the Heritage of Cantonese Music – Yu Qiwei and His Protégés in Concert’, the following concession applies:

10% off for 4-9 tickets; 15% off for 10-19 tickets; 20% off for 20 or more tickets.

Package Discount

10% off for each purchase of standard tickets of ‘Embracing the Heritage of Cantonese Music – Yu Qiwei and His Protégés in Concert’ (15/10 and 29/10 concerts).

Patrons can enjoy only one of the above discount offers.

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