Author: Ellen Ng

Macao Chinese Orchestra Presents Cantonese Music Concert “Harmonious Cantonese”
Multiple Premieres in Macao Paying Tribute to Cantonese Music Master Liu Tianyi

To commemorate the 115th anniversary of the birth of Cantonese music master Liu Tianyi, the Macao Chinese Orchestra will present a special concert of Cantonese music titled Harmonious Cantonese. Originally scheduled for 29 November (Saturday) at the Dom Pedro V Theatre, the concert will now take place on 28 November (Friday) at 8:00 p.m. at the Theatre, Level 4, Macau Tower Convention and Entertainment Centre. The concert will be conducted by Hong Kong’s young conductor Kin Szeto, featuring the renowned Hong Kong chamber ensemble Windpipe Chinese Music Ensemble, with Yu Qiwei, a contemporary Cantonese music master and disciple of Liu Tianyi, serving as Artistic Advisor.

Recognised as one of the great masters of Cantonese music, Liu Tianyi was an exceptional performer of gaohu and guzheng, as well as a prolific composer who left behind numerous timeless classics. Centred on the maestro’s illustrious musical career, the concert will feature several of his representative works, including Firework Show, Cherishing the Memory, and Fish Frolic in the Water in Springr, paying musical tribute to the legacy of his artistry. The programme will also include a selection of other Cantonese music pieces—many being premiered in Macao—such as New Rendition of Early Cantonese Music and Cantonese Medley, showcasing both the rich traditional depth and innovative spirit of the genre.

To complement the performance, two thematic lectures have been arranged. The first, titled Liu Tianyi and His path in Cantonese Music, will be held at 4:00 p.m. on 1 November at the Macao Literature House, delivered by Professor Pak Tak-yun, Head of the Music Department of The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts. The second, Everlasting Cantonese Music, will take place at 4:00 p.m. on 29 November at the Theatre Hall of the Macao Academy for Performing Arts, featuring huqin performer Tung Tsz-ching and the Windpipe Chinese Music Ensemble. Interested participants are welcome to register via the official Facebook page “Macao Chinese Orchestra” or the WeChat official account “澳門中樂團 OCHM”.

Harmonious Cantonese is presented by the Cultural Affairs Bureau, organised by Macao Orchestra Company, Limited, and supported by the Bank of China Macau Branch. Tickets are now available through the Macao Ticketing Network, priced at MOP 200 and MOP 150. 24-hour ticketing hotline: (+853) 2855 5555; online booking: www.macauticket.com.

source: Cultural Affairs Bureau（IC）Publication date: 30/10/2025

The Macao Chinese Orchestra presents Season Closing Concert “Auspicious Arrival” with programme of Chinese music classics performed by renowned artists

The Macao Chinese Orchestra 2024-25 Season Closing Concert “Auspicious Arrival” will be held on Saturday 26 July, at 8:00 p.m., , at the Macao Cultural Centre Grand Auditorium. Led by the Orchestra’s Music Director and Principal Conductor, Zhang Lie, the performance will feature celebrated jinghu virtuoso Wang Caiyun, yangqin soloist Liu Yinxuan, and soprano Cui Rui. Together, they will perform a stirring programme blending Chinese music classics with the legendary essence of Peking Opera, showcasing the exquisite artistry of respected musicians.

This concert will bring together several distinguished artists who will perform several of timeless classical works. Yangqin soloist Liu Yinxuan will perform the Yangqin Concerto “Rhapsody”, by renowned composer Wang Danhong, which showcases the boundless expressions of the instrument and rich musicality with diverse techniques. Jinghu virtuoso Wang Caiyun will collaborate with the orchestra to perform Spirit of Beijing by Wu Hua, unleashing the unique artistic flair of the jinghu with masterly techniques. Soprano Cui Rui will present “Farewell My Concubine”, a national symphonic poem composed by Guan Xia, reinterpreting the epic tale of Xiang Yu and Consort Yu with distinctive vocals inspired in Chinese opera, breathing new life into this Chinese cultural treasure.

The Macao Chinese Orchestra 2024-25 Concert Season is organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau, coordinated by Macao Orchestra Company, Limited, and supported by BOC Macau. Tickets for Closing Concert are now available via the Macau Ticketing Network at MOP380, MOP250, MOP180 and MOP120. 24-hour ticketing hotline: (853) 2855 5555; online ticketing:  www.macauticket.com。

Source：Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) Published on：10th July 2025 at 17:12

Macao Chinese Orchestra “Blossom and Flourish” Elite Concert – “Little Soloists” Audition

1. Introduction:

Melodies dance, and new resonance emerges. The Macao Chinese Orchestra has always been committed to discovering, nurturing, and supporting young musical talents. To further this mission, the Orchestra is launching the “Little Soloists” audition campaign as part of the 2024-25 “Blossom and Flourish” Elite Concert. This initiative provides a valuable platform for young music enthusiasts in Macao to collaborate with a professional orchestra and showcase their exceptional potential. This audition specifically targets outstanding young performers of Chinese wind instruments, aiming to further enrich Macao’s Chinese music scene, enhance public appreciation of the art form, and preserve the cultural heritage of traditional Chinese instruments.

 

The Macao Chinese Orchestra “Blossom and Flourish” Elite Concert will take place at 8:00 PM on April 20, 2025, at the Macao Cultural Centre Grand Auditorium. The concert will be conducted by Ge Yanan, a young conductor of the China National Traditional Orchestra, and will feature Zhang Haiyue, the first-prize winner of the 14th Chinese Golden Bell Award for Erhu Performance, along with other talented young musicians from both Mainland China and Macao.

We look forward to your participation—let’s bring new energy and vitality to the music scene together!

2. Eligibility:
Applicants must be full-time primary or secondary school students in Macao who have a passion for Chinese music and demonstrate strong performance abilities in one of the following Chinese wind instruments: Dizi (bamboo flute), Sheng (mouth organ), or Suona (double-reed horn).
3. Selection Dates:

The audition process consists of two stages:

  1. Preliminary Selection: March 8, 2025 – Evaluation based on submitted application materials.
  2. Final Selection: March 22, 2025 – Live audition. (Applicants unable to attend will be considered to have forfeited their application.)

 

4. Required Application Documents (to be submitted in PDF format):

  1. Completed application form (Click to download form)
  2. Copy of a valid identification document and student ID card issued by the Education and Youth Development Bureau of Macao (both front and back sides)
  3. Copies of certificates or awards (if available)
  4. Personal performance video link (Upload the video in MPEG-2 or MP4 format to YouTube as “Unlisted.” Recommended specifications: High-definition 16:9 aspect ratio, resolution of 1280 x 720. A valid video link must be included in the application email.)

 

5. Application Guidelines:

  1. Application Fee: Free of charge.
  2. Submission Deadline: Applicants must submit all required documents and the personal performance video link via email to [email protected] by 11:59 PM on March 8, 2025. A confirmation email will be sent upon successful submission.
  3. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
  4. All application materials will be used solely for this audition process. The information will be kept confidential and will not be returned.
  5. Applicants must ensure that all submitted information is accurate and complete. The organizer reserves the right to disqualify any applicant if there is reasonable doubt regarding the authenticity of the provided information.
  6. After an initial screening of application materials, eligible applicants will proceed to the preliminary selection. Finalists will be notified by March 12, 2025.
  7. Personal Performance Video Requirements:
  • The video must feature one self-selected piece, performed in its entirety.
  • The performance must be at least 5 minutes long.
  • The video must be recorded within the past three months.
  • The performance must be a solo performance with no accompaniment. The video must clearly show the performer’s face, hands, and instrument, with the highest possible sound quality.

 

6. Announcement of Results:
The selection results will be officially announced after evaluation by the judging panel. If no candidates meet the artistic standards required, no selection will be made. Applicants shall not dispute the final decision.

 

7. Contact Information:

  • Macao Orchestra Company Limited (Macao Chinese Orchestra)
  • Email:[email protected]
  • Phone: (+853) 6856 6809
  • Address: Macao Chinese Orchestra Office, 5th Floor, Government (Coloane) Administration Building, No. 108 Hong He Road, Coloane, Macao

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8. Remarks:

  • Macao Orchestra Company Limited holds the final interpretation rights for this audition process.
  • All submitted application materials will be treated with strict confidentiality and used solely for audition purposes.

Macao Chinese Orchestra presents Family Musical Theatre Concert – offering a fantastic musical journey

Organised by the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC, from the Portuguese acronym) and coordinated by the Macao Orchestra Company, Limited, the family musical theatre concert “Musical Magic Wand – Looking for the Beautiful Gem of the Winds” will be held on 29 May (Sunday), at 4pm, at the Broadway Theatre, Broadway Macau, featuring the resident conductor of Shanxi Provincial Sing and Dance Theatre, Guo Ming. Tickets are now available through the Macau Ticketing Network.

In this concert, wind musicians of the Macao Chinese Orchestra will present different styles of repertoire. Through the lively performance by the Big Mouse Kids Drama Group and the combination of the elements of music, drama and education, the concert integrates folk wind music and drama, in order to bring a refreshing experience to parents and children. The concert not only demonstrates the charm of Chinese music, but also takes the audience on a joyful and fantastic musical journey.

The Galaxy Entertainment Group Foundation is the venue sponsor of the family musical theatre concert “Musical Magic Wand – Looking for the Beautiful Gem of the Winds” as a special art partner. The duration of the concert is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes, including one intermission. Tickets for the concert are available through the Macau Ticketing Network, at the prices of MOP200, MOP160, MOP140, and MOP120, with various discounts available. The concert is suitable for audiences aged 3 and above. 24-hour ticketing hotline: 2855 5555. Ticketing website: www.macauticket.com.

For more information about the programmes of the Macao Chinese Orchestra Concert Season, please contact the Macao Chinese Orchestra through tel. no. 8988 4101 during office hours, subscribe to OCHM’s official WeChat account or visit the Orchestra website at www.icm.gov.mo/ochm.

IC has been strictly following the anti-epidemic guidelines of the Health Bureau and implementing appropriate measures for cultural activities. In cooperation with the epidemic prevention work of the SAR Government, audiences must wear face masks, undergo body temperature checks, present a valid “Venue QR code” (also known as “Venue code”) and “Macao Health Code” of the day, maintain social distancing, and follow the anti-epidemic and crowd control measures on-site.

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