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The Works

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The Nutcracker
Birdcage Making
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Textile Art
Bach's St. John Passion
Mr. Doodle
Home and Memory
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Ear Up Music Festival
Chan Kwan-Lok
Andy Schaub
Chucky Li
Algorithmic Image Systems
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Cantonese Musical

RTHK' s The Works focuses on Hong Kong's arts and cultural scene. The Works features news and reviews of visual and performing arts, design, literary and other “ works ” . Added illumination comes from interviews with leading performers and producers, interspersed with updates on events affecting the development of the territory 's artistic and cultural life. There's also in – most weeks – a live ... more

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Regular viewers may remember that in May we featured the opening concert in the Leisure and Cultural Services Department’s “Hong Kong Artists” series. Well, cellist Alex Lau recently completed a recital in the same series. He’ll be with us later to t... more

Weaving takes on many forms. Many think of it primarily as a way of producing fabrics, but it can also be applied to other materials and uses, even furniture. Throughout history, in most societies, weaving has not only had clear practical uses but ha... more

Chinese gongbi painting is a school of painting that dates back roughly 2000 years and is characterised by fine, detailed brushstrokes. Multiple thin layers of ink are used to create smooth, realistic and detailed works, usually depicting figures, st... more

Singer-songwriter Elly C’s musical style has been described as lo-fi, ambient R&B, and indie pop. She’ll be with us later on the show to introduce her recently released single, “Lexapro”. But first, we’re going to introduce you to the work of a very ... more

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Kevin Guffy
Guitarist and vocalist participating in the Hong Kong Blues Festival
Musician
Episode: The art of weaving, Isamu Noguchi@White Cube & in the studio: Blues Fest - Kevin Guffy
Barnard Chan
Chinese artist and co-founder of Breakthrough Art Studio
Breakthrough Art Studio
Episode: The art of weaving, Isamu Noguchi@White Cube & in the studio: Blues Fest - Kevin Guffy
Cecilia Lai
Co-founder of Breakthrough Art Studio, involved in rattan weaving
Breakthrough Art Studio
Episode: The art of weaving, Isamu Noguchi@White Cube & in the studio: Blues Fest - Kevin Guffy
Samuel Chan
Percussionist known for fusing traditional and modern percussion styles
Episode: Gongbi painter Cherie Cheuk, Canton Modern@M+ & in the studio: percussionist Samuel Chan
Cherie Cheuk
Artist specializing in Chinese Gongbi painting
Allison Fine Arts
Episode: Gongbi painter Cherie Cheuk, Canton Modern@M+ & in the studio: percussionist Samuel Chan
Yvonne Feng
Artist known for her exploration of bodily experiences and societal narratives in her paintings.
Episode: Yvonne Feng, HKDI Emerging Design Talents & in the studio: Singer-songwriter Elly C
Elly C
Singer-songwriter with a musical style encompassing lo-fi, indie pop, and R&B.
Episode: Yvonne Feng, HKDI Emerging Design Talents & in the studio: Singer-songwriter Elly C
Lora Chow
Composer, instrumentalist, and soprano known for her original compositions inspired by nature
Independent
Episode: Artist Leo Wong, Cine Memories of the War of Resistance@HK Film Archive & in the studio: Lora Chow
Leo Wong
Ceramic artist specializing in floral porcelain works inspired by historical poetry
Independent
Episode: Artist Leo Wong, Cine Memories of the War of Resistance@HK Film Archive & in the studio: Lora Chow

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Ben Peltier
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Ben Che
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Ben Chay
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Apple Podcasts
#146
Italy/Arts/Performing Arts
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#2
Brazil/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#49
Brazil/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#78
Russia/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#116
South Korea/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#211
Hong Kong/Arts/Performing Arts

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The art of weaving, Isamu Noguchi@White Cube & in the studio: Blues Fest - Kevin Guffy
Q: How would you describe the sound of blues music?
Kevin Guffy describes it as full of heart and feeling, emphasizing its deep emotional roots.
The art of weaving, Isamu Noguchi@White Cube & in the studio: Blues Fest - Kevin Guffy
Q: What inspired you to pick up the guitar?
Kevin Guffy shares that he was always plunking on the guitar and was inspired by music he heard, including The Beatles.
The art of weaving, Isamu Noguchi@White Cube & in the studio: Blues Fest - Kevin Guffy
Q: How do you decide on a set list for the blues festival?
Kevin Guffy mentions that he incorporates traditional blues standards into his set list.
The art of weaving, Isamu Noguchi@White Cube & in the studio: Blues Fest - Kevin Guffy
Q: What can you tell me about the festival and what are you doing in this festival?
Kevin Guffy discusses participating in the Hong Kong Blues Fest on October 17th and 18th.
Artist Leo Wong, Cine Memories of the War of Resistance@HK Film Archive & in the studio: Lora Chow
Q: Tell me about the Pursuits from the Roots and where that's coming from musically for yourself?
The album is a music diary expressing my inner feelings through intimate and personal piano compositions.

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Content revolves around the dynamic arts and cultural landscape of Hong Kong, featuring discussions and insights from artists, performers, and cultural critics. Topics range across the visual and performing arts, including music, theater, literature, and design, with guests sharing personal stories and artistic journeys. Notable themes include the migrant experience, historical narratives, and contemporary societal issues, emphasizing the importance of creativity in reflecting local identity and heritage. The series often includes live performances, further enriching the dialogue surrounding the arts.

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1. Kevin Guffy
2. Barnard Chan
3. Cecilia Lai
4. Samuel Chan
5. Cherie Cheuk
6. Yvonne Feng
7. Elly C
8. Lora Chow

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