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When the vast, timeless spirit of Chu Ci (The Songs of the South) meets the grandeur of the Austro-German symphonic tradition, and the poetic spirit of the East embraces Western classics, internationally acclaimed maestro Tan Dun joins forces with the China National Symphony Orchestra to present 9 & 9 concert. This symphonic choral concert brings a dialogue between civilisations spanning thousands of years to resounding life in Hong Kong, where East meets West.
Beethoven's Ninth, with its sweeping musical narrative, gives voice to humanity's great hymn to universal joy and continues to inspire a profound faith in freedom and brotherhood. Tan Dun's Choral Concerto: 9 masterfully reimagines the spiritual world of the ancient people of Chu, transforming the ritual music of ancient sacrificial rites into a modern symphonic poem. It is a heartfelt dialogue with heaven, earth and the divine, as well as a dazzling expression of Eastern aesthetics on the contemporary music scene. In 2026, join us in Hong Kong for this spectacular symphonic event, bask in the radiant brilliance of civilisation and experience the soul-stirring power of music!
Programme
Tan Dun
9 (Choral Concerto) (Hong Kong Premiere)
— Intermission —
Beethoven
Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125
The performance will run for about 1 hour and 50 minutes including a 15-minute intermission.
Members of the audience are strongly advised to arrive punctually. Latecomers and those who leave their seats during the performance will only be admitted and allowed to return to their seats respectively during the intermission or at a suitable break. The presenter reserves the right to refuse admission of latecomers, or determine the time and manner of admission of latecomers.
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 artists.
A major musical highlight of the year comes to Hong Kong, with internationally acclaimed maestro Tan Dun joining the China National Symphony Orchestra for a spectacular programme that brings together Western classical traditions and the poetic tradition of Chu Ci. Together, they take audiences on a magnificent musical journey exploring the human spirit, paying tribute to life and celebrating the power of music.
Beethoven's Overture to The Creatures of Prometheus opens the programme in grand style; two rising string talents perform Mozart's Sinfonia Concertante for Violin and Viola; Tan Dun's Choral Concerto: 9 explores the connections between humanity and nature, tradition and the future through Eastern poetic sensibility and contemporary musical language; and the programme culminates in Beethoven's immortal classic Ode to Joy, celebrating the ideal of universal harmony in grand, resounding music. Bringing impressive international experience to the stage, violinist Nina Wong has performed in leading concert halls around the world, while Yan Lok Hoi has established a strong presence on the Vienna music scene and serves as Principal Viola of the Mozarteum Orchestra of Salzburg. These two local young musicians return home after completing their studies to share the stage. With celebrated works from East and West, distinguished artists and renowned ensembles coming together, this is a concert not to be missed!
Programme
Beethoven
Overture to The Creatures of Prometheus, Op. 43
Mozart
Sinfonia Concertante in E-flat, K. 364
— Intermission —
Tan Dun
9 (Choral Concerto)
Beethoven
Ode to Joy from Symphony No. 9 in D minor, Op. 125
The performance will run for about 1 hour and 30 minutes including a 15-minute intermission.
Members of the audience are strongly advised to arrive punctually. Latecomers and those who leave their seats during the performance will only be admitted and allowed to return to their seats respectively during the intermission or at a suitable break. The presenter reserves the right to refuse admission of latecomers, or determine the time and manner of admission of latecomers.
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 artists.
Feng Ya Song & Ode to Joy — A Transcendent Dialogue between Tan Dun and Beethoven
Pre-concert Symposium
Date: 5 December 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 2:30pm
Venue: The Hall, Hong Kong Museum of Arts
Host：Tan Dun
Guest Speaker：Malte Boecker (Director and Executive Director of the Beethoven-Haus in Bonn, Germany)
Conducted in English. The symposium will run for around 45 minutes.
Admission free on a first come, first served basis.
Concert
Date: 5 December 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 3:30pm
Venue: The Hall, Hong Kong Museum of Arts
Artistic Director: Tan Dun
Performers: Nina Wong, Alvin Chan (Violin), Lawrence Wong (Viola), Nie Jiapeng (Cello)
Programme
Tan Dun
String Quartet Feng Ya Song and works inspired by Beethoven
The concert will run for around 45 minutes.
Admission free on a first come, first served basis.
Honourary Artistic Director / Conductor: Tan Dun
Orchestra: China National Symphony Orchestra
Chorus: China National Symphony Orchestra Chorus
Lead Vocals: Louise Kwong, Liu Niru, Li Yi, Yang Yi (2/12 only)
Tickets available from 28 October at all URBTIX outlets, self-service ticketing kiosks, on internet, by mobile app and telephone.
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).
From 28 October 10:00am to 10 November 11:59pm "2026 Tan Dun WE-Festival" Early Bird Discount
30% off for each purchase of any standard ticket.
From 11 November onwards "2026 Tan Dun WE-Festival" Package Discount
20% off for each purchase of 2 different concerts of 2026 "Tan Dun WE-Festival".
"2026 Tan Dun WE-Festival - Ode to Join" Group Booking Discount
For each purchase of standard tickets for 2026 "Tan Dun WE-Festival", the following concession applies:
20% off for 4 – 9 tickets, 25% off for 10 – 15 tickets, 30% off for 16 or more tickets.
"2026 Tan Dun WE-Festival" Family Package
20% off on each standard ticket purchased with 1 student/senior concessionary ticket for the same performance.
"2026 Tan Dun WE-Festival - Great Music Lover" Discount
By presenting a ticket (printed or digital) or transaction record of "Concert by Gewandhausorchester Leipzig", "Violin Recital by Renaud Capuçon", "Duo Recital by Sol Gabetta (Cello) & Patricia Kopatchinskaja (Violin)" or "Piano Recital by Jan Lisiecki" at URBTIX Outlets, patrons can enjoy a 15% off for purchasing any standard ticket.
Exclusive Offer to Museum Pass Holders
Museum Pass Holders can enjoy 10% off for each purchase of any standard ticket. Please present valid physical or electronic Museum Pass upon purchase tickets at URBTIX outlets.
Patrons can enjoy only one of the above discount offers.
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