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“Jazz Appreciation from Legends” Lecture Demonstration Series
6 June 2025 (Friday)
Lecture 1: John Coltrane
As one of the most influential and acclaimed figures in the history of jazz, Jazz saxophonist John Coltrane's "Giant Steps" defies traditional harmonic patterns of jazz music, and demands exceptional technical mastery from its players. With demonstration performances, the speakers will guide audiences to appreciate Coltrane's works, and explore his influence on jazz music.
13 June 2025 (Friday)
Lecture 2: Ella Fitzgerald
Ella Fitzgerald is known as the "First Lady of Jazz". Her improvisational vocal technique of "Scat Singing" has inspired other singers to build up their unique styles by adding improvisational elements to their performances. The speakers will introduce Fitzgerald's interpretation style in different works, allowing audiences to experience her unique display of improvisational flair and "Swing" style.
20 June 2025 (Friday)
Lecture 3: Paul Desmond
Jazz saxophonist Paul Desmond, a core member of the famous Dave Brubeck Quartet, is regarded as one of the icons of "Cool Jazz". The speakers will highlight Desmond's contributions across different jazz music genres. With live demonstrations, audiences will be allowed to enjoy his warm and lyrical saxophone style.
4 July 2025 (Friday)
Lecture 4: Chet Baker
Chet Baker was an accomplished jazz trumpeter and vocalist, with a magnetic voice and superb brass technique, favouring heartfelt melodic expression over technical showmanship. Through demonstration performances, the speakers will give audiences a taste of the raw emotions of the jazz superstar that defines his timeless appeal.
11 July 2025 (Friday)
Lecture 5: Bill Evans
Bill Evans was a renowned jazz pianist of the 20th century. Trained in classical music from an early age, he was later influenced by impressionist composers, resulting in his distinctive musical style. The speakers will introduce Evans' compositions featuring waltz, impressionism and complex melodic lines through lecture and demonstrations, guiding audiences into the musical world of the jazz piano poet.
18 July 2025 (Friday)
Lecture 6: Kenny G
Kenny G is one of the most widely recognised jazz saxophonists of the 1990s. His works blends elements of traditional jazz, R&B (rhythm and blues) and pop music, and his instrumental piece "Songbird" has been soared up the Billboard charts. The speakers will introduce how Kenny G's catchy melodies and expressive tones achieve commercial success, and his contribution to the contemporary jazz music.
1 August 2025 (Friday)
Lecture 7: Herbie Hancock
Jazz musician Herbie Hancock's musical style is a fusion of traditional jazz, "Funk", "Fusion Jazz" and electronic music elements, inspiring the next generation of musicians to explore and experiment in cross-genre musical combinations. Through live demonstrations, the speakers will elaborate how Hancock seamlessly integrates electronic textures with classical jazz that expands the possibilities of "Fusion Jazz" while presenting his personal charisma to audiences.
8 August 2025 (Friday)
Lecture 8: Pat Metheny
Inspired by The Beatles, Pat Metheny developed a deep passion for the guitar. His affiliated group, the Pat Metheny Group, has been active in the jazz scene for over three decades, striving to blend different music genres and foster the diversity and popularity of jazz music. The speakers will introduce Metheny, one of the most outstanding jazz guitarists in the world today, by demonstrating his compositions that integrate folk, rock, world music and other elements.
15 August 2025 (Friday)
Lecture 9: Miles Davis
Jazz trumpet legend Miles Davis emphasised improvisation in musical performance. His simple yet profound musical expression has inspired other musicians to explore the possibilities of improvisation. His music is a fusion of jazz, "Bebop", "Blues" and other avant-garde elements. The speakers will revisit the musical journey of the jazz superstar and explore how his music shaped the genres that followed.
29 August 2025 (Friday)
Lecture 10: Louis Armstrong
Louis Armstrong, the trumpeter and vocalist known as the "Father of Jazz", was one of the first artists to display individual improvisation on recordings. His classic "What a Wonderful World" brought jazz music to a wide audience. In the final lecture, the speakers will elaborate on Armstrong's contribution of integrating jazz elements into the pop music of his time, as well as the development of jazz music.
(Information provided by the speaker.)
Each lecture will run for about 1 hour 30 minutes. Conducted in Cantonese (Free seating).
The programme does not represent the views of the Leisure and Cultural Services Department.
The presenter reserves the right to change the programme and substitute speaker.
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Lecture Hall, Hong Kong Space Museum
$120
DATE06.06.2025 (Fri)
19:30
19:30
13.06.2025 (Fri)
19:30
19:30
20.06.2025 (Fri)
19:30
19:30
04.07.2025 (Fri)
19:30
19:30
11.07.2025 (Fri)
19:30
19:30
18.07.2025 (Fri)
19:30
19:30
01.08.2025 (Fri)
19:30
19:30
08.08.2025 (Fri)
19:30
19:30
15.08.2025 (Fri)
19:30
19:30
29.08.2025 (Fri)
19:30
19:30
PRICE
$120