The Flying Dutchman review: Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus/Jaap van Zweden

The Flying Dutchman review: Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus/Jaap van Zweden

Much repertory, and many high-profile soloists, came to Hong Kong as something of a package deal; new works in particular often fared better in the Phil’s hands, given the orchestra generally had more rehearsal time. But the single factor that changed the Philharmonic’s fortunes completely was van Zweden’s deep dive into the music of Richard … Read more

Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra’s European tour with Jaap van Zweden makes up for lost time

Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra’s European tour with Jaap van Zweden makes up for lost time

This European tour, the longest in the orchestra’s history, was now being billed as part of its 50th anniversary celebrations. The Hong Kong Philharmonic performed in Singapore to warm up for the European tour. Photo: Aloysius Lim The plan was to begin with a warm-up performance in Singapore, from where the orchestra would fly to … Read more