Chi Chung Wong
Journey to Music Mecca (UK): David Bowie, The Beatles, Radiohead & More
24/05/2025
17:00 - 19:00
HKD 50
1/F, 1 Jervois Street, Sheung Wan
Introduction
Our favourite musicians from our youth stay with us for a lifetime. Ryuichi Sakamoto’s music continues to inspire many, and it was our privilege to have experienced its power on our trips to Tokyo in January and March 2025. In September, we’ll embark on a journey to another music mecca — the UK — to explore the influence of bands such as The Beatles, David Bowie, and Radiohead. Chi Chung will share his deep connection to British music and bands over the years, recounting unforgettable tales from various music festivals and visits while reflecting on the upcoming excursion. Besides visiting the latest David Bowie exhibition at the V&A, we’ll also attend Radiohead's special exhibit in Oxford, where Chi Chung will share more personal stories and insights.
Each successful registrant attending the event will receive a discount code, allowing them to enjoy a one-time discount of HK$1,000 when they register for any tour within the six months. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
About Our Guest
Chi Chung Wong
Seasoned radio DJ, sound artist, and curator focused on music, culture, and education, Wong currently serves as Curator-in-Residence at the Hong Kong Design Institute, overseeing the V Music Library's vinyl experience. He has also taught at his alma mater, The University of Hong Kong, for over a decade. Since the 1980s, he has promoted diverse music and cultural arts through various media, creating unique conversations and collaborations with numerous world-class masters and emerging local talents.
Chi Chung has curated multiple cross-regional and cultural projects, including David Bowie's Mandarin piece, “Seven Years in Tibet”, "Around the World in 80 Days" (2000), "The Song of Embrace" (2004), "The Writings of Wong Jim" (2005), "A Century of Chinese Records" (2006), "Hong Kong Pop Culture: Creativity and Power Exhibition" (2007), "Farewell, Ah Jau: 15 Years" (2008), and music events at the Shanghai World Expo and Taipei-Hong Kong Week (2012), among others.
Driven by his passion for exploring global cultures and music, he recently embarked on a musical pilgrimage in Tokyo, lcelebrating the works of Ryuichi Sakamoto.