On March 10 at 3:00 PM, music enthusiasts gathered at University of Macau Moon Chun Memorial College to experience a captivating concert, “Macao Musicales: An Afternoon of Homegrown Compositions.” This event showcased the musical prowess and creativity of six talented Macao composers, with performances by guest artists, staff, and students from MCM College.

The concert featured a diverse range of musical compositions, spanning from classical to contemporary genres. Each piece highlighted the unique artistic expressions of the homegrown composers. The audience was treated to an afternoon filled with exquisite melodies, harmonies, and rhythms that reflected the cultural tapestry of Macao.

The concert program included works by the following Macao composers: (click link to listen)

Coro Perosi:

*Doming Lam: Lullaby;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGLvphHaaGQ&ab_channel=CollegeMCM

*Young Lam : Our Thanksgiving Song (v. 2022);

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dskeym23bG0&ab_channel=CollegeMCM

*João Ng : Sing the Nature

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzmrQrw_gfY&ab_channel=CollegeMCM

*Evonne Lei:

Three pieces inspired by Wislawa Szymborska 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFLveW22Xnc

Fragrance of Chinese Tea

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1tG4moMcHA&feature=youtu.be

*Addison Wong:

Dances for Violin, I

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVM8HUB3N_o

We Three Kings (arranged)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gGAcf1wWVWM

Mechanism and Meaning (words by Hau-Wai Chang)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GqS3x_ZlxIs

*Henry Ip:

“Dukkha”, Clarinet sonata

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qQ-TrJkfKw&ab_channel=CollegeMCM

Thriving Tea Trade

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QxvFAooRbrk&ab_channel=CollegeMCM

The concert not only showcased the immense talent of Macao’s musicians but also served as a platform to promote and support the local music community.

From Left: Mr João Ng, Mr Young Lam, Ms Evonne Lei, Prof Kwok-Cheung Cheung, Mr Addison Wong, Dr Henry Ip

Group photo with all composers and performers

Event organizing committee