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World-Renowned Pianist Lang Lang Debuts at Galaxy International Convention Center with the Macao Orchestra for a Night of Romantic Classics

MACAU SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 January 2025 - On Sunday, January 19, the internationally acclaimed piano virtuoso Lang Lang, alongside the Macao Orchestra, captivated audiences at the Galaxy International Convention Center ("GICC"), one of Asia's most iconic and advanced MICE destinations, with a grand symphony of romantic classical music.

Lang Lang carefully curated pivotal works from his artistic journey and 2025 tour, presenting masterpieces by Chopin and Rachmaninov through both solo and concerto performances. The nearly two-hour sold-out performance concluded with Lang Lang's heartfelt encore of "Jasmine Flower".

Lang Lang Returns to Asia with a Stunning Reinterpretation of Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 2 After a Decade.
Lang Lang Returns to Asia with a Stunning Reinterpretation of Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No. 2 After a Decade.


Presented under the banner of "Galaxy Music Gala: Lang Lang and Macao Orchestra", the event was organized by Galaxy Macau™, with the Bank of China (Hong Kong) as the preferred credit card partner. It kicked off with Shostakovich's "Festival Overture" performed by the Macao Orchestra under the baton of the esteemed conductor Lio Kuokman. Following this vibrant introduction, Lang Lang delivered a mesmerizing solo performance of Chopin's 12 pieces of "Mazurkas", with expressive technique and enchanting style, Lang Lang brought to life Chopin's vibrant, Polish folk-inspired music, evoking the joy and rhythm of a traditional village dance. The Macao Orchestra then presented Mascagni's Intermezzo from "Cavalleria Rusticana", showcasing their exceptional performance skills under Lio's direction. The tense and abrupt melodies held the audience in suspense, touching the hearts of every listener.

Lang Lang performed a solo recital of 12 Chopin's
Lang Lang performed a solo recital of 12 Chopin's "Mazurkas," which was extremely infectious and enchanting.

The evening reached its peak with Lang Lang's extraordinary collaboration with the Macao Orchestra on Rachmaninov's "Piano Concerto No.2", enveloping the audience in an atmosphere of profound romance and passion. Lang Lang's seamless partnership with the orchestra allowed the audience to experience a rich and complex emotional journey through the music, culminating in a breathtaking climax. Many concertgoers, including aspiring young musicians accompanied by their parents, left the venue inspired, with one attendee remarking that the experience lingered in their heart long after the final notes faded.

Lang Lang, together with the Macao Orchestra, jointly performed Rachmaninov's
Lang Lang, together with the Macao Orchestra, jointly performed Rachmaninov's "Piano Concerto No. 2," pushing the atmosphere to a climax.

In a heartfelt moment, Lang Lang shared his long-standing passion for Rachmaninov, revealing that this was his first performance of the concerto in Asia in nearly a decade. His fresh interpretation, imbued with new insights and emotional resonance, was a special dedication to the audience in Macau. Notably, this concert marked Lang Lang's first formal collaboration with conductor Lio Kuokman, a rising star in classical music. Chasing back for his connection to Macau, which began with his first solo recital in 2003, Lang Lang praised the city's growing cultural vibrancy, particularly with its increasing presence of international orchestras, making it a hub for the high-standard performances. Reflecting on his debut at the GICC, Lang Lang described the experience as particularly special. In such a spacious venue, the sound was focused and immersive, allowing him to feel the collective breath of the audience during his performance.

Witnessed by Mr. Francis Lui, Chairman of Galaxy Entertainment Group, Lang Lang stamped his handprint and gifted it to Galaxy Macau, marking the perfect conclusion to the entire performance itinerary.
Witnessed by Mr. Francis Lui, Chairman of Galaxy Entertainment Group, Lang Lang stamped his handprint and gifted it to Galaxy Macau, marking the perfect conclusion to the entire performance itinerary.

As one of the Phase 3 projects at Galaxy Macau, GICC features a world-class event venue, continuing to be a beacon of first-rate arts, sports, and exhibition events from 2023. The "Galaxy Music Gala: Lang Lang and Macao Orchestra" not only enriched Macau's cultural tapestry but also reinforced the city's reputation as a "City of Performing Arts," delivering an unforgettable performance to its audience.

Tons of music fans came in admiration, and numerous young musicians came with their parents to experience the works of the master up close.
Tons of music fans came in admiration, and numerous young musicians came with their parents to experience the works of the master up close.

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ABOUT GALAXY MACAU INTEGRATED RESORT

Galaxy Macau™, The World-class Luxury Integrated Resort delivers the "Most Spectacular Entertainment and Leisure Destination in the World". Developed at an investment of HK$43 billion, the property covers 1.1 million-square-meter of unique entertainment and leisure attractions that are unlike anything else in Macau. Eight award-winning world-class luxury hotels provide close to 5,000 rooms, suites and villas. They include Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau, Broadway Hotel, Raffles at Galaxy Macau, Andaz Macau. Unique to Galaxy Macau, the 75,000-square-meter Grand Resort Deck features the world's longest Skytop Adventure Rapids at 575-meters, the largest Skytop Wave Pool with waves up to 1.5-meters high and 150-meters pristine white sand beach. Two five-star spas from Banyan Tree Spa Macau and The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Macau help guests relax and rejuvenate.

As the dining destination in Asia, Galaxy Macau offers a wide variety of gastronomic delights, exquisite experiences and ingredients of the finest quality with over 120 dining options from Michelin dining to authentic delicacies.

Embark on a delightful and rewarding journey at Galaxy Promenade, the one-stop shopping destination boasting some of the world's most iconic luxury brands. Be the first to get the latest limited-edition items; explore fascinating pop-ups by coveted labels and revel in fabulous shopping rewards and privileges. Our VIPs are entitled to a highly-curated experience with dedicated personal shoppers at guests' service, and be invited to exclusive luxury brand events. A different caliber of privileges and rewards also await. Discover the joys of fashion and stand at the forefront of style and sophistication—Galaxy Promenade has everything guests need to stay ahead of the style game.

Galaxy Cinemas takes immersive movie experiences to the next level with the latest audio-visual technology, ultra-luxurious facilities and bespoke services; CHINA ROUGE, one-of-a-kind deluxe lounge that evokes the glitz and glamor of Shanghai's golden era with entertainment in luxury and style; and Foot Hub presents the traditional art of reflexology to make you feel more relaxed and revitalized. For Authentic Macau Flavors & Vibrant Asian Experiences, Broadway Macau – just a 90-second walk via a bridge from Galaxy Macau, has over 35 Authentic Macau & Asian Flavors at its Broadway Food Street. The 2,500-seat Broadway Theatre plays host to world-class entertainers and a diverse array of cultural events.

Meeting, incentive and banquet groups are also well looked after with a portfolio of unique venues in Galaxy Macau and a professional service staff. Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) is the latest addition to the Group's ever-expanding integrated resort precinct and will usher in a new era for the MICE industry in Macau. GICC is a world- class event venue featuring 40,000-square-meter of total flexible MICE, and a 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena – the largest indoor arena in Macau.

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