Hong Kong Joint School Wind Orchestra, String Orchestra and Choir
Mission
Through orchestral training, we aim to enhance members' instrumental and ensemble skills and cultivate their musical literacy. Simultaneously, we foster their holistic development, molding them into outstanding, well-rounded young individuals who contribute to the betterment of society.
Objectives
To provide students with ensemble training and opportunities for group interaction.
To improve instrumental performance skills through orchestral training.
To develop students' organizational and leadership abilities.
To share music with the community and serve society.
To broaden members' musical horizons through diverse performance opportunities.
To represent Hong Kong in musical exchanges with counterparts from around the world
Feature
nclusive Participation
There are no restrictions regarding instrumental proficiency levels for membership. We welcome anyone with a passion for music, an interest in orchestral training, and a desire to experience life in an orchestra. Our instructors strive to enhance the playing skills of all members, ensuring that students at various levels have the opportunity to receive orchestral training.
Performance Opportunities
The orchestra arranges a variety of performance opportunities to help members gain experience and build confidence.
Orchestral Training Certificates
Members who meet the required attendance criteria will be awarded an annual orchestral training certificate. Additionally, performance certificates will be issued to members following each performance as a record of their participation.
Annual Concert
Our orchestras hold annual concerts every year between July and August, providing members with opportunities to perform. In addition to ensemble performances, members may also participate in solo segments during the concert.
Location
Orchestra: Room 602, 6/F, Fuk Hong Industrial Building, 19 Sheung Yuet Road, Kowloon Bay
Choir: Room 1604, Telford House, 16 Wang Hoi Road, Kowloon Bay
Date
Wind Orchestra: Sundays, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
String Orchestra: Sundays, 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Choir (Primary Section): Sundays, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Choir (Secondary Section): Sundays, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Rehearsal Dates for the 2026–27 Season:
Session 1: 6/9, 13/9, 20/9, 27/9, 4/10, 11/10, 18/10, 25/10, 1/11, 8/11, 15/11, 22/11
Session 2: 29/11, 6/12, 13/12, 20/12, 27/11, 3/1, 10/1, 17/1, 24/1, 31/1, 14/2, 21/2
Session 3: 28/2, 7/3, 14/3, 21/3, 28/3, 4/4, 11/4, 18/4, 25/4, 2/5, 9/5, 16/5
Session 4: 23/5, 30/5, 6/6, 13/6, 20/6, 27/6, 4/7, 11/7, 18/7, 25/7, 1/8, 8/8
Reserve dates: 15/8, 22/8, 29/8
Anniversary Concert:
4 July 2027 (Sunday) – Tentative
Eligibility
Musical Instruments
Strings: Violin / Viola / Cello / Double Bass
Woodwinds: Flute / Clarinet / Oboe / Bassoon / Saxophone
Brass: Trumpet / French Horn / Trombone / Euphonium / Tuba
Percussion
Vocal
Proficiency in playing one of the aforementioned wind instruments; or
Interest in vocal performance; and
Student at a registered primary or secondary school in Hong Kong; or
Member of the Association aged 18 or above.
(Members must provide their own instruments for practice, except for double bass, tuba, and percussion instruments.)
How to Participate
1. Registration is open year-round; auditions for the Choir, Wind Orchestra, and String Orchestra are scheduled monthly.
Complete the online application form (Wind Orchestra) https://forms.gle/19b6NYA827yb6URg7
(String Orchestra) https://forms.gle/1nb6NYA827yb6URg7
(Choir) https://forms.gle/x6KVhNv7QuykxAv6A
2. After applying, an appointment will be arranged for a brief video submission or an in-person audition, and the membership fee for the current term must be paid. (Please prepare a short piece to demonstrate your instrumental or vocal proficiency during the video submission or audition.)
Mailing Address: Room 1604, Telford House, 16 Wang Hoi Road, Kowloon Bay
Fax: 30209514
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Fee
$150 per session / Payment due for a 12-session term ($1,800 per term)
(Group fees will be used to cover general orchestra administration, development, and venue expenses.)
Other Orchestra Training Programs:
Enquiries: 2627 0080 / 5578 3604 (Orchestra Hotline / WhatsApp)
Orchestra Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553746140016
