Hong Kong Chapter of the American Guild of Organists
– Presents –
SUMMER ORGAN ACADEMY
Join us for the fun to explore the various pipe organs!
This week-long summer organ day camp is a hands-on introduction to the pipe organ designed for participants aged 12-18. The camp will include:
– Daily organ lessons (groups of 3 or 4) on pipe organs – Daily practice time allocated to each participant – Workshops on a variety of topics, including an introduction to the mechanism of a pipe organ – Explore the pipe organs in Hong Kong – Final Students’ Concert
The Summer Organ Academy is for you if you …
– would like to learn to play the organ, “The King of Instruments” – want to learn how a pipe organ works – have already developed basic keyboard skills (Grade 6 piano or above) – want to improve your organ technique – want to meet other young people with similar musical interests – want to be inspired
DATE, TIME & VENUE [1] Day Camp (Lessons, Practice Sessions & Excursions): Date: 17 – 21 August 2026 (Mon – Fri)
Time: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Venue: The main campus of the Summer Organ Academy will be held at the chapel of SKH Tang Shiu Kin Secondary School. (6/F, 9 Oi Kwan Road, Wan Chai.) Private lessons and practice sessions in groups of 3 or 4 will be held each morning at various locations. Assignment of the group and location will be announced upon the conclusion of the recruitment period.
[2] Final Students’ Concert: Date: 23 August 2026 (Sun)
Time 8:00pm
Venue: Concert Hall, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts
FEES
Registration fee is HK$3,000. The registration fee includes tuition, practice time, and materials. Students will be responsible for their own lunches and public transportation fees for visits to other instruments.
20% discount is given to AGO Hong Kong Chapter’s Young Organist members.
Join us for this year’s Members’ Recital! Come to experience the extraordinary talent of our Chapter members and be enchanted by the wonderful sounds of organ.
The Recital will feature works by J. Alain, J.S. Bach, L. Boëllmann, M. Dupré, C.M. Widor and more.
The next chapter in our Inaugural Organ Series is here.
We are thrilled to present the next performance in our Inaugural Organ Series, featuring the extraordinary Professor Shen Fanxiu, Associate Professor of Organ at the prestigious Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing.
In a visionary collaboration, Professor Shen will be joined by the celebrated pipa virtuoso, Ms. Yu Yuanchun.
Together, they will perform a sonic tapestry unlike any other. The programme will also feature a stunning pipa concerto with organ accompaniment—a fusion that highlights the astonishing versatility of both instruments and the creative brilliance of the performers.
The Final Round of the 2025 Young Organist Competition was successfully held on 4 January 2026 (Sunday) at 3pm on the C.B. Fisk Op. 158 organ at the Elizabeth Hung Wong Activity Room, 2/F, The Jockey Club Campus of Creativity (JC³), Hong Kong Baptist University.
The three Finalists had delivered a high level of organ playing at the Competition. The Judging Panel had carefully weighed the merits of each finalist. Following a lengthy and thorough discussion, the Panel reached a unanimous decision that no First Prize was awarded. Three Finalists were awarded the Second Prizes.
✷ Second Prizes (HK$6,000): Ms. Jasmine Ngai, Ms. Dorothy Tse & Ms. Olga Wong
We extend our warmest congratulations to the prize winners and express our sincere appreciation to all participants for their outstanding performances and dedication to the art of organ music.
The Hong Kong Chapter is deeply grateful for the jury members of the Final Round. Judges of the Final Round included Professor David Higgs (The Eastman School of Music, USA), Professor Dong-ill Shin (Yonsei University, Korea), Professor Johnny M. Poon (Hong Kong Baptist University) and Ms. Elizabeth Hung Wong (Dean of the AGOHK).
In addition, the Chapter is also extremely appreciative of the tremendous support from the donors of the “2025 Young Organist Competition”. Our donors include:
C.B. Fisk, Inc. – First Prize (HK$10,000)
Ms. L.K. CHAN – Second Prize (HK$6,000)
Ms. CHOI Kit Yu – Third Prize (HK$3,000)
For enquiries, please email to agohongkong@gmail.com
Competition Committee, Hong Kong Chapter of the American Guild of Organists
Hong Kong Chapter of the American Guild of Organists is pleased to announce that 3 young organists have been chosen to compete in the Final Round of the “2025 Young Organist Competition”.
Based on their excellent performances and recommendations of judges in both the Preliminary Recording Round and live Semi-Final Round, Ms. Jasmine Ngai, Ms. Dorothy Tse and Ms. Olga Wong are chosen to compete in the Final Round, in which each of them will perform a live 35-min programme on 4 January 2026 (Sunday) at 3pm on the C.B. Fisk Op. 158 organ at the Elizabeth Hung Wong Activity Room, 2/F, The Jockey Club Campus of Creativity (JC³), Hong Kong Baptist University. The Final Round is open to audiences aged 6 or above with free admission, please register your ticket at https://forms.gle/muiKURehvRN28Cxr6.
The Hong Kong Chapter is deeply grateful for jury members of the Semi-Final Round. Judges for the Semi-Final Round included Professor David Higgs (The Eastman School of Music), Professor Dong-ill Shin (Yonsei University, Korea) and Ms. Elizabeth Hung Wong (Dean of the AGOHK).
In addition, the Chapter is also extremely appreciative of the tremendous support from the donors of the “2025 Young Organist Competition”. Our donors include:
C.B. Fisk, Inc. – First Prize (HK$10,000)
Ms. L.K. CHAN – Second Prize (HK$6,000)
Ms. CHOI Kit Yu – Third Prize (HK$3,000)
For enquiries, please email to agohongkong@gmail.com
Competition Committee, Hong Kong Chapter of the American Guild of Organists
Organized by Hong Kong Chapter, The American Guild of Organists (AGOHK), the ✶AGOHK Organ Festival✶ will be held from 30 December 2025 (Tue) to 5 January 2026 (Mon) at the Hong Kong Baptist University.
You are cordially invited to participate in these masterclasses, recitals, and the 2025 Young Organist Competition during the festival. Internationally acclaimed organists featured in this upcoming festival include David Higgs (Professor & Chair of the Organ Department, Eastman School of Music, USA), Dong-ill Shin (Professor of Organ & University Organist, Yonsei University, Korea) & Stephen Kennedy (Assistant Professor of Sacred Music, Eastman School of Music, USA).
✶✶✶ Masterclasses ✶✶✶
[1] Masterclass by Dong-ill Shin: Organ Repertoire
Date: 3 January 2026 (Sat)
Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Venue: Elizabeth Hung Wong Activity Room, 2/F, Jockey Club Campus of Creativity, Hong Kong Baptist University, 30 Renfrew Road, Kowloon Tong
[2] Masterclass by Stephen Kennedy: Improvisation on Art Works & Literature
Date: 4 January 2026 (Sun)
Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm
Venue: Elizabeth Hung Wong Activity Room, 2/F, Jockey Club Campus of Creativity, Hong Kong Baptist University, 30 Renfrew Road, Kowloon Tong
[3] Masterclass by David Higgs: Organ Repertoire
Date: 5 January 2026 (Mon)
Time: 8:00pm – 10:00pm
Venue: Elizabeth Hung Wong Activity Room, 2/F, Jockey Club Campus of Creativity, Hong Kong Baptist University, 30 Renfrew Road, Kowloon Tong
Hong Kong Chapter of The American Guild of Organists is pleased to announce that 5 young organists have been chosen to compete in the Semi-final Round of the “2025 Young Organist Competition”.
Based on their excellent performances in the preliminary recording round, the 5 semi-finalists are Samuel Cheng, Lois Leong, Jasmine Ngai, Dorothy Tse and Olga Wong. They will each perform a live 30-min program on December 30, 2025 (Tue) at the Elizabeth Hung Wong Activity Room, 2/F, The Jockey Club Campus of Creativity (JC³), Hong Kong Baptist University.
Congratulations to our semi-finalists! The Hong Kong Chapter is also deeply grateful for jury members of the preliminary recording round. Judges for the preliminary recording round are Jennifer Chou (Australia) and Hatsumi Miura (Japan).
Competition Committee, Hong Kong Chapter of The American Guild of Organists
Objective Hong Kong Chapter, The American Guild of Organists, is announcing the 2025 Young Organist Competition. The goal of this triennial competition is to promote organ music, encourage excellence in organ performance, and recognize young talented organists in Hong Kong. Educational Partner Academy of Music, Hong Kong Baptist University Eligibility – The applicant must be born on or after January 1, 1990 – The applicant must be a permanent resident of Hong Kong, or holder of a valid Hong Kong Identity Card – The applicant must be a current member of the American Guild of Organists throughout the competition period – Previous First Prize Winner of this competition is not eligible to enter this competition
Join us for an unforgettable evening on Friday, 24 October 2025, at 8 PM at the Creative Hub as we unveil the stunning C. B. Fisk, Inc., Opus 158 organ to the public!
Experience a captivating recital by the talented Ken Cowan, celebrating the beginning of a new chapter. Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in exceptional music and be part of a historic moment.
To register and reserve your seat, please check the link in our bio. Mark your calendars and join us to witness this exciting new beginning!
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