Programme
Sibelius: Finlandia, op. 26
Glazunov: Violin Concerto, op. 82
Sibelius: Symphony No. 1, op. 39

Finnish Conductor Okko Kamu was the first prizewinner of the First International Karajan Conductor Competition in 1969, since when he embarked upon an extensive international career. During the last three decades he has collaborated with renowned orchestras and artists from all over the world. Maestro Kamu presents the two best known compositions of Sibelius as well as Glazunov’s only Violin Concerto, performed by acclaimed Chinese violinist Qian Zhou. The winner of the Marguerite Long/Jacques Thibaud Competition (1987) is described by Strad magazine as “a significant world-class artist.”

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Programme
Rossini: Overture to opera The Barber of Seville
Bizet: “Prelude” and “Song” from L’Arlesienne Suite No. 1
Koda’ly: “Song” from Ha’ry Ja’nos Suite

Koda’ly: “Intermezzo” from Ha’ry Ja’nos Suite
Performed by: Macao Philharmonic Association
The Macao Orchestra
Offenbach: “Barcarolle” from opera The Tales of Hoffmann
Massenet: “Meditation” from opera Thai”s
Faure’: “Sicilienne” from Pelle’as et Me’lisande, op. 78
Performed by: Macao Youth Symphony Orchestra […]

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Liszt
Totentanz (Piano and Orchestra)
Piano Concerto No. 1
Les Pre’ludes
Piano Concerto No. 2

Franz Liszt was not only the most influential pianist of the 19th century, he was also a prolific composer who penned over 350 works, reformed piano techniques, and created the symphonic poem. His music for piano and orchestra have long been a staple of the […]

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2nd International Hotel Equipment & Supplies Expo

a2zMacau on November 12th, 2006

Now embarking on its second year in Macau, “Hotel Expo” invites respective organizations, associations and worldwide industry suppliers to showcase their facilities, equipment and supplies for the hotel, catering & hospitality industry.
To enhance the diversity of the event and facilitate the exchange of professional ideas, a series of special activities, including product demonstrations and seminars, […]

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Dr. Sun Yat-Sen and Macau

a2zMacau on November 12th, 2006

A Photographic Commemoration on the Occasion of the 140th Anniversary of his Birth.
In celebration of Dr. Sun Yat-sen’s 140th birthday this year, the Macau Government Tourist Office will host the territory’s largest ever photography exhibition on this historical figure, with over 130 photographs on display.
In addition, the Macau Government Tourist Office - in conjunction with […]

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Viewfinder on Asian Film

a2zMacau on November 12th, 2006

The Hong Kong Asian Film Festival - highlighting the best of Asian talent - ended last month but the Macau Cultural Centre has selected nine movies from the Festival to screen in the territory for the benefit of local movie buffs. Artistic, original and enjoyable, each movie adopts a special theme to impart its own […]

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Crazy Paradise Go! Go! Go!

a2zMacau on November 12th, 2006

One of the highlights of this year’s Grand Prix off-track activities will surely be the “Crazy Paradise — Sentiments of Southern Europe” street performances in the St. Lazarus district by talented local artists. An open bar, coffee shop and booths selling attractive handcrafts will also generate an atmosphere of European culture and art — so […]

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