VTC Symphony Orchestra & Chorus

The Vocational Training Council ( VTC ) is committed to promoting whole person development for young people. The VTC Symphony Orchestra and Chorus were established in 2005 and 2009 respectively, serving as a unique cultural platform for VTC students, alumni and staff to unleash their musical talents.

Since 2006, world-renowned conductor Dr Henry Shek has been invited as the Artistic Director and Conductor of the Orchestra. Under the baton of Dr Shek, the Orchestra has won favourable reviews for its performances. In addition to giving performances in the Beijing National Centre for the Performing Arts and the Shanghai Concert Hall, the Orchestra also joined hands with international artists such as pianist Mr Choi Sown-le and Finnish soprano Ms Jutta Holmberg to deliver exciting performances to the audience.

Having earned the reputation as the "Music Ambassador of the VTC", the Orchestra and Chorus has been actively performing in various major VTC events, and holding annual concerts presenting a wide-ranging repertoire. In 2017, the Chorus won the Silver Award in Folklore category at the 2018 "Belt & Road" World Choir Festival Competition. In 2022, the Orchestra and Chorus staged a momentous VTC 40th Anniversary Concert, captivated the audience with an awe-inspiring performance. In June 2024, the Orchestra was invited to perform at the VTC-ITE International Student Seminar 2024 Opening Ceremony to foster cultural exchange among students from Singapore and Shenzhen.

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