Lang Lang lights up Macao with a night to remember

The celebrated pianist’s debut at the Galaxy International Convention Center blended romantic classics, artistic brilliance and Macao’s emergence as a cultural destination

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Celebrated pianist Lang Lang performed a solo recital of 12 Chopin "Mazurkas" during the “Galaxy Music Gala” at GICC, Macao, on January 19.

Published: 9:54am, 24 Jan 2025

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On Sunday, January 19, the Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) in Macao buzzed with sophistication as the world-renowned pianist Lang Lang made his eagerly awaited debut, the “Galaxy Music Gala: Lang Lang and the Macao Orchestra”.

Unfolded as a dazzling and memorable celebration, the evening was celebrated with a repertoire of romantic classics that showcased not only musical mastery but also a sublime fusion of artistry and cultural resonance.

Setting the stage

The evening opened with Shostakovich’s exuberant “Festival Overture”, performed with finesse by the Macao Orchestra under the baton of Lio Kuokman, a highly regarded conductor and musician from Macao.

Lang Lang performs in his first official collaboration with Lio Kuokman.

The piece’s celebratory energy set the tone for what was about to follow – a programme as meticulously crafted as the venue itself. GICC, part of Galaxy Macau’s Phase 3 expansion, provided a fittingly opulent backdrop with its world-class acoustics and refined ambiance.

Lang Lang’s entrance was met with rapturous applause, his presence alone exuding a magnetic charisma. He launched into a solo recital of Chopin’s twelve “Mazurkas”, works imbued with Polish folk influences that showcase the composer’s lyricism and technical ingenuity.