Jockey Club Musicus Heritage Stories Concert - Tao Fong Shan

Hong Kong has caught the imagination of many a traveler, but few as much as that of the Norwegian missionary Karl Ludvig Reichelt (1877–1852), who came to China and founded the celebrated Christian center Tao Fong Shan in Sha Tin.

Inspired by the fascinating history of Tao Fong Shan, Musicus presents an unprecedented series of concerts at the celebrated heritage site. The series features pieces by the greatest composer of Reichelt’s homeland, Edvard Grieg, whose work Peer Gynt chronicles a journey from the Norwegian mountains to the North African desert. Musicus’ Artistic Director, cellist Trey Lee, and his award-winning international musicians from Canada, France and Hong Kong will also perform other works inspired by travel––Dvořák’s journey to America, and Kodály’s expeditions around rural Europe collecting examples of folk music.

It promises to be a remarkable experience, also featuring an exhibition of porcelain specially made for this concert series by a veteran porcelain master, and a pre-concert guided tour of the complex. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience incredible music in a setting that resonates with the perseverance of the Norwegian missionary who built this Hong Kong institution.

Concert Program

19.11.2022 (SAT)

Duration of each concert is approximately 30 minutes, without intermission.

Duration of the concert is approximately 60 minutes, without intermission.

*All the content of works are independently produced by the organiser /creative team, and do not reflect the views or opinions of the Jockey Club Musicus Heritage Stories project nor The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust.

Ticketing and Special Notes

• For ages 6 and above.
• Every ticket is entitled to enjoy the concert, the exhibition and a guided tour.
• Free Seating.
• No parking lot will be provided at the concert venue. Audiences are recommended to use the free shuttle bus service for accessing the venue; the meeting point for the shuttle bus is located outside the Tai Wai MTR station at Exit A. Please present your concert ticket to our staff at the meeting point. The 28-seat shuttle bus will depart every 15-20 minutes.
• Each ticket admits one person only. Guided tour will be held before the concert. Please arrive at the venue 15 minutes before the concert with the printed or e- ticket.
• Discount ticket holders must present proof of eligibility on admission. Discount tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to availability.
• Wear a face mask at all time during the event.
• The Presenter shall have the right to use any photos, videos and sound recordings taken during the event.
• No refunds or exchanges can be made after tickets are sold.
• The Presenter reserves the right to change any program and substitute artists should unavoidable circumstances make it necessary.
• The Presenter shall have the rights to make final decision on ticket arrangement and program.
• In case of any changes due to the venue closure or other reasons, details will be announced on the website (  musicussociety.org  ) and  Facebook  of the Presenter.
• In light of the latest COVID-19 situation, the events are subject to change. Please stay tuned for the latest updates on the Presenter's website; and follow the instructions of on-site operation staff.

I. Concert

• Latecomers will not be admitted until a suitable break or the intermission. The Presenter reserves the right to refuse admission and readmission of any latecomers.
• Unauthorized photography, audio and/or video recording, food and beverages are not permitted in the performance venue.

II. Guided Tour

• Guided Tour will be held in Tao Fong Shan Christian Center and will be conducted in Cantonese. Duration is approximately 45 minutes.
• Audiences must follow the instructions of on-site staff members throughout the tour.
• The guided tour covers outdoor areas with stairs; comfortable outfits and shoes with minimal belongings are recommended. Please consider if one is physically capable to participate. To prevent mosquito bites, it is recommended to wear light-colored long-sleeved tops and pants and to use insect repellent, if suitable.