The HKUST 35th Anniversary Music Festival, organized by the School of Humanities and Social Science, was successfully held at the Shaw Auditorium on 19 and 20 September 2026. The festival featured two concerts, Faculty Recital and Rising Stars, bringing together HKUST faculty members, students, alumni, and distinguished guest artists in celebration of the University's 35th anniversary.
The Faculty Recital showcased the artistic achievements of HKUST's music faculty and affiliated artists. The program featured a wide range of repertoire, including chamber music, vocal works, contemporary compositions, audiovisual works, and electronic music by composers and performers from HKUST and beyond. The concert reflected the University's commitment to creativity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and artistic innovation.
The following day, Rising Stars celebrated the remarkable accomplishments of HKUST students and alumni who have continued to pursue music alongside distinguished careers and further professional studies. The program featured vocal, chamber, and instrumental works by composers ranging from Vivaldi and Brahms to contemporary repertoire, highlighting the diversity and excellence of HKUST's musical community.
Together, the two concerts attracted hundreds of audience members and demonstrated the vibrant musical culture that has developed at HKUST over the past 35 years. The festival also provided a platform for meaningful exchange among faculty, students, alumni, and members of the public, reaffirming the University's commitment to nurturing creativity, artistic excellence, and lifelong engagement with the arts.
