Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra Promotes Chinese Music for Nearly Half a Century, Commissions New Works to Expand Younger Audiences

The Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra has worked for nearly 50 years to bring Chinese music to a wider audience, including people who never thought of entering a concert hall. Executive Director Chin Man-wa said the orchestra has long ensured Chinese music is not seen as distant, formal or difficult to understand, commissioning new works, exploring different musical styles and developing programmes aimed at younger audiences.