17 February, 2010
The Weekender: Our don't miss list for Hong Kong
John Lee on the riq, Taiwanese folk-pop idol Crowd Lu, and OK Go
Re-tradition John Lee Frame Drum Concert
Self-taught percussionist John Lee will play a variety of traditional instruments from around the world, including the riq from Egypt and the African kalimba. As well as new compositions, there will be pieces from his latest album "Yi Tian."
February 19, 20, McAulay Studio, Hong Kong Arts Center.
more via John Lee Frame Drum
Nodame
Hong Kong Philharmonic's popular concert series was inspired by the Japanese manga "Nodame Cantabile." This weekend's programme features the work of six composers including Maurice Ravel's "Piano Concerto in G" and Chopin's "Nocturne in C sharp minor" with 13-year-old piano prodigy Mona Asuka Ott.
February 19, 20, Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall.
more via Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra
community
The exhibitors of “excavation” and “regeneration” invite the public to participate in “community.” Sound artist Aenon Loo will premiere a composition and visitors can Build Your Own Booth and conduct your own archaeological investigations. Activities for children will be available. It is also the last 10 days of the Bi-city Biennale, which closes on February 27.
February 21, West Kowloon Waterfront Promenade.
more via Facebook, Hong Kong & Shenzhen Bi-City Biennal of Urbanism\Architecture
Self-taught percussionist John Lee will play a variety of traditional instruments from around the world, including the riq from Egypt and the African kalimba. As well as new compositions, there will be pieces from his latest album "Yi Tian."
February 19, 20, McAulay Studio, Hong Kong Arts Center.
more via John Lee Frame Drum
Hong Kong Philharmonic's popular concert series was inspired by the Japanese manga "Nodame Cantabile." This weekend's programme features the work of six composers including Maurice Ravel's "Piano Concerto in G" and Chopin's "Nocturne in C sharp minor" with 13-year-old piano prodigy Mona Asuka Ott.
February 19, 20, Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall.
more via Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra
Captain Lu Oh Yeah!!!
Taiwan folk-pop singer-songwriter Crowd Lu in Hong Kong for one weekend only.
February 20, 21, HITEC.
tickets through HK ticketing
The exhibitors of “excavation” and “regeneration” invite the public to participate in “community.” Sound artist Aenon Loo will premiere a composition and visitors can Build Your Own Booth and conduct your own archaeological investigations. Activities for children will be available. It is also the last 10 days of the Bi-city Biennale, which closes on February 27.
February 21, West Kowloon Waterfront Promenade.
more via Facebook, Hong Kong & Shenzhen Bi-City Biennal of Urbanism\Architecture
OK Go
The People's Party brings Chicago rock band OK Go to Hong Kong. They're best known for catchy tunes and that viral treadmill video which won them a Grammy. See below.
February 24, Grappa's Cellar.
tickets via Grappa's Cellar, White Noise Records
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