GE2023-05
Begin / in Music / Again 從音樂/再開始
DJ/Dr. Chi Chung WONG has been hosting his radio show “Chi Chung’s Choice” in HK Commercial Radio/903 since the 1980s. Specialising in international music, local bands and singer-songwriter culture, he has also been curating Music Salon in HKU for years.
Chi Chung is inviting you to share one or a few of your favourite tunes, and co-curate a playlist for each session, while listening to some Vinyl Records in the cosy GE Gatherland, embracing both analog and digital music as well as mind-traveling around the world with music.
Session #1 - 19/09/2023 (Tue)
Begin from Local to Global/From Pop to Indie and more
The boundaries and genres of music are getting much blurry, arts and culture has become more GLOCAL with the rise of Social Media.
What Music echoes you mostly and lately? The catalogue of the late Prof./Ryuichi Sakamoto? The OST of “Barbie”, “Blue Giant”…BTS, Black Pink, New Jeans… Billie Eilish, Blur, YOASOBI, Terence Lam, Gareth T., Moon Tang, Kolor, Tonick…?
Session #2 - 04/10/2023 (Wed)
Begin with Imagination/Relaxation through Jazz Music
It’s not just about improvisation.
Jazz music has integrated a wide spectrum of genres and has its own rich history. Jazz Culture is a vibrant music taste and contemporary lifestyle. More young people are into Jazz these days globally and locally.
Let’s swing from the basics of Jazz and embark on a life changing journey.
Special Outing - 13/10/2023 (Fri)
From HKUers to Livehouse Founders/Jazz Musicians – Visit to Fountain de Chopin
Saying goodbye to your current life and embracing the opportunity to "Begin/Again" can feel daunting. However, we have an inspiring tale to share.
Join us for an intimate exploration as our HKU alumni, Nelson Fung, Dean Li and Brian Mok, reveal their personal transformations from HKUer to full-time jazz musicians, and to founders/key members of a thriving livehouse. Prepare to be captivated by their stories, inspired by their unwavering pursuit of their dreams, and empowered to embark on your own "Begin/Again" journey.
Session #3 - 09/11/2023 (Thu)
Begin Again with Healing Sound and Mindful Music
Chilling and focusing with calming music during the busy exam and assignment periods.
Sharing with music friends and exchange of positive energies.
Preparing for HK’s mega music festival: Clockenflap after exam!
DJ/Dr. Chi Chung WONG has been hosting his radio show “Chi Chung’s Choice” in HK Commercial Radio/903 since the 1980s. Specialising in international music, local bands and singer-songwriter culture, he has also been curating Music Salon in HKU for years.
Chi Chung is inviting you to share one or a few of your favourite tunes, and co-curate a playlist for each session, while listening to some Vinyl Records in the cosy GE Gatherland, embracing both analog and digital music as well as mind-traveling around the world with music.
Session #1 - 19/09/2023 (Tue)
Begin from Local to Global/From Pop to Indie and more
The boundaries and genres of music are getting much blurry, arts and culture has become more GLOCAL with the rise of Social Media.
What Music echoes you mostly and lately? The catalogue of the late Prof./Ryuichi Sakamoto? The OST of “Barbie”, “Blue Giant”…BTS, Black Pink, New Jeans… Billie Eilish, Blur, YOASOBI, Terence Lam, Gareth T., Moon Tang, Kolor, Tonick…?
| Date: | 19/09/2023 (Tue) |
| Time: | 16:30 – 18:30 |
| Venue: | GE Gatherland 240 (MB240, 2/F, Main Building) |
| Registration: | https://hkuems1.hku.hk/hkuems/ec_hdetail.aspx?UEID=90144 |
Session #2 - 04/10/2023 (Wed)
Begin with Imagination/Relaxation through Jazz Music
It’s not just about improvisation.
Jazz music has integrated a wide spectrum of genres and has its own rich history. Jazz Culture is a vibrant music taste and contemporary lifestyle. More young people are into Jazz these days globally and locally.
Let’s swing from the basics of Jazz and embark on a life changing journey.
| Date: | 04/10/2023 (Wed) |
| Time: | 16:30 – 18:30 |
| Venue: | GE Gatherland 240 (MB240, 2/F, Main Building) |
| Registration: | https://hkuems1.hku.hk/hkuems/ec_hdetail.aspx?UEID=90145 |
Special Outing - 13/10/2023 (Fri)
From HKUers to Livehouse Founders/Jazz Musicians – Visit to Fountain de Chopin
Saying goodbye to your current life and embracing the opportunity to "Begin/Again" can feel daunting. However, we have an inspiring tale to share.
Join us for an intimate exploration as our HKU alumni, Nelson Fung, Dean Li and Brian Mok, reveal their personal transformations from HKUer to full-time jazz musicians, and to founders/key members of a thriving livehouse. Prepare to be captivated by their stories, inspired by their unwavering pursuit of their dreams, and empowered to embark on your own "Begin/Again" journey.
| Speakers: | Nelson Fung (@nelson_fung), Dean Li (@deanbubblegum), Brian Mok (@bmok_guitar) |
| Date: | 13/10/2023 (Fri) |
| Time: | 16:30 – 18:00 (Sharing session); Starting from 20:00 (Concert) |
| Venue: | Fountain de Chopin (@fountaindechopin) |
| Quota: | 20 |
| Deposit: | $100 (Refundable upon attendance), Free for joining sharing session ONLY |
| Registration (NEW!): | (For Sharing Session & Concert) https://onlinepytsysprd.feo.hku.hk/event/110609?code=e05ad3c88ea1480e9b128e6d965c81ab (For Sharing Session ONLY) https://hkuems1.hku.hk/hkuems/ec_hdetail.aspx?ueid=90148 |
Session #3 - 09/11/2023 (Thu)
Begin Again with Healing Sound and Mindful Music
Chilling and focusing with calming music during the busy exam and assignment periods.
Sharing with music friends and exchange of positive energies.
Preparing for HK’s mega music festival: Clockenflap after exam!
| Date: | 09/11/2023 (Thu) |
| Time: | 16:30 – 18:30 |
| Venue: | GE Gatherland 240 (MB240, 2/F, Main Building) |
| Registration: | https://hkuems1.hku.hk/hkuems/ec_hdetail.aspx?UEID=90147 |
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Schedule:
| Date | Time | Venue |
| 19 Sep 2023 | 16:30 - 18:30 | GE Gatherland 240 (MB240, 2/F, Main Building) |
| 04 Oct 2023 | 16:30 - 18:30 | GE Gatherland 240 (MB240, 2/F, Main Building) |
| 13 Oct 2023 | 16:30 - 22:30 | Fountain de Chopin |
| 09 Nov 2023 | 16:30 - 18:30 | GE Gatherland 240 (MB240, 2/F, Main Building) |
Bio of Instructor(s) 導師簡介:
 | Dr. Chi Chung WONG 黃志淙博士 (@ccchoice) Dr. Chi Chung WONG is formerly the Head of General Education at HKU (2011-2023). He is also a veteran Radio DJ/Voice Artist/Arts & Cultural Critic/Curator/Educator. Focusing on global music and local pop/indie music culture, he plays an active role in promoting arts/culture/holistic lifestyles through Radio/TV and Social Media. Various cross-cultural curation and projects includes David Bowie’s Mandarin song A Fleeting Moment (1997), Dream Come True 80 Days Around the World (2000), PoPo Song @ Real World Studios (2004), James Wong Study (2005), Centennial Exhibition of Chinese Records (2006), Hong Kong Pop/Performing Culture: Creativity and Dynamics (2007), Farewell Ka Kui 15th Anniversary (2008), Gen-S Concert for Shanghai Expo (2010), and Hong Kong Week in Taipei (2012), Ryuichi Sakamoto's album async (2017), Heritage Museum (HK Pop 60+ : Canto Pop Oral History) (2021). Chi Chung currently hosts the radio music show Chi Chung’s Choice on CR2/903, chants in his mindful music group i_is_one; and rides his new surf, ccc pop/up/space @ Art/Home, and teaches in different campuses, so on so forth. 黃志淙博士曾任香港大學通識教育總策劃 (2011-2023) ，資深電台DJ/聲音藝術家/音樂/文化/策展/教育人。多年來，他致力透過電台電視等媒介推廣本地和國際文化藝術，着眼國際音樂和本地音樂文化，曾策劃多個跨文化項目，包括大衛寶兒的國語歌《剎那天地》(1997)、《八十日環遊世界音樂蜜月》(2000)、《抱抱歌》(2004)、《黃霑書房》 (2005)、《中國唱片百年展》 (2006)、《香港流行演藝文化: 創意與動力展》(2007)、《別了家駒15載》 (2008)、上海世博《唱作世代》音樂會 (2010) 和台北香港週《唱作世代》音樂會 (2012)、坂本龍一 《async》大碟 (2017)、香港文化博物館 (廣東歌口述歷史)(2021)。 斜槓族志淙目前主持商業電台903節目《Chi Chung’s Choice》、 i_is_one靈性音樂組合成員、 ccc pop/up/space@Art/Home策展人、以及在不同校園分享音樂/人生等等…… |