{"data-model-common":[{"name":"lang", "value":"en"} ,{"name":"detail-page-free", "type":"replicant", "value": [ ]} ,{"name":"programmeDescription", "type":"text", "value":"Classical Music Lecture Series 1: "Paganini 24 Caprices"<br /><br />Speaker: Jimmy Shiu<br />Violin Demonstrator: Wang Liang<br /><br />Paganini&rsquo;s mysterious and legendary life earned him the nickname &lsquo;the Devil&rsquo;s Violinist&rsquo;. His caprices demand such daunting technical prowess that they are rarely heard in concert halls. "Paganini 24 Caprices" is a rare treat, offering music lovers not only the chance to experience the complete set of 24 Caprices up close, but also a deeper understanding of these masterpieces through technical analysis, tips for appreciation and Q&amp;A. Truth be told, the brilliance of "Paganini 24 Caprices" extends far beyond mere technical virtuosity.<br /><br />20 May 2026 (Wed)<br />Lecture 1: Caprices No. 1-6<br /><br />27 May 2026 (Wed)<br />Lecture 2: Caprices No. 7-12<br /><br />3 Jun 2026 (Wed)<br />Lecture 3: Caprices No. 13-18<br /><br />10 Jun 2026 (Wed)<br />Lecture 4: Caprices No. 19-24<br /><br /><br />Classical Music Lecture Series 2: "Romantic Piano Concertos"<br /><br />Speaker: Jimmy Shiu <br /><br />Paganini was an early advocate of Romanticism; and Paganini&rsquo;s caprices have a part to play in awakening the aspiration for virtuosity in the 19th century, aptly showcased by pianists in concerto performances. On top of virtuosity, the series will cover a lot more including:<br /><br />-Why concerto? &mdash; An outline of the history of the concerto with emphasis on the keyboard<br />-General framework of classical piano concertos<br />-New features of romantic piano concertos in<br />&nbsp; -Form<br />&nbsp; -Orchestration<br />&nbsp; -Counterpoint<br />&nbsp; -Expression of non-musical content<br />&nbsp; -Roles of the soloist and the orchestra<br />-Development of the piano, the orchestra, and the concert hall in the 19th century<br />-The rising of star pianists!<br /><br />17 Jun 2026 (Wed)<br />Lecture 1: Introduction and the Early Romantics<br />　Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 5 in E-flat, "Emperor"<br />　Mendelssohn: Piano Concerto No. 1 in G minor<br /><br />24 Jun 2026 (Wed)<br />Lecture 2: Two Charismatic Pianists<br />　Chopin: Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor <br />　Liszt: Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-flat<br /><br />8 Jul 2026 (Wed)<br />Lecture 3: The Two A minor Concertos<br /><span>&nbsp; &nbsp; Schumann: Piano Concerto in A minor</span><br /><span>&nbsp; &nbsp; Grieg: Piano Concerto in A minor</span><br /><br />15 Jul 2026 (Wed)<br />Lecture 4: Two Symphonic Concertos<br />　Brahms: Piano Concerto No. 1 in D minor &amp; No. 2 in B-flat<br /><br />22 Jul 2026 (Wed)<br />Lecture 5: Bravura East and West!<br />　Tchaikovsky: Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor<br />　Saint-Saens: Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor<br /><br />29 Jul 2026 (Wed)<br />Lecture 6: Romantic of the 20th Century<br />　Rachmaninov: Piano Concerto No. 2 in C minor &amp; "Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini"<br /><br />(Information provided by the speaker)<br /><br />Conducted in Cantonese.&nbsp; Free seating.&nbsp;"}]}