Music

“James MacMillan is the greatest living British composer.”
The Telegraph

“A creator who replaced modernist aridity with communicative directness.”
The New York Times

A renowned contemporary composer and active internationally as a conductor, Sir James MacMillan has established himself as one of the foremost composers of his generation. Drawing influences from his Scottish heritage, strong Catholic faith and social beliefs, MacMillan has attracted international attention for his compositions. Invited as a guest conductor by Hong Kong Sinfonietta, MacMillan will be making his Hong Kong début conducting the orchestra on 8 Sep at HK City Hall.

Few days before the concert, music-lovers will have a close-up encounter with Sir James at Tai Kwun alongside Hong Kong Sinfonietta Concertmaster James Cuddeford as they give invaluable insights into their musical experiences.

With pianist Colleen Lee, Hong Kong Sinfonietta Concertmaster James Cuddeford and Principal Clarinet Johnny Fong performing MacMillan’s chamber works that are rarely heard in HK, it will be a treat for the ears.

Programme: Chamber works by Sir James MacMillan
After the Tryst (1988) for Violin & Piano
Kiss on Wood (1993) for Violin & Piano
Lumen Christi for Piano (1997)
From Galloway (2000) for Solo Clarinet
in angustiis…I for Piano (2001)
Motet III from Since it was the day of Preparation… (2012) for Solo Clarinet in Bb