Emmanuel Coppey and NHKP Baroque Chamber Orchestra Baroque Brillance: La Voix du Violon

Introduction

French virtuoso violinist Emmanuel Coppey — rising star of the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris (CNSMDP) — makes his highly anticipated Hong Kong debut with the NHKP Baroque Chamber Orchestra, performing Bach’s violin concertos alongside masterworks by Jean-Philippe Rameau, Michel Corrette, Jean-Baptiste Lully, and more. A Queen Elisabeth Competition semi-finalist and First Prize winner of the Barbash Bach International Music Competition, Coppey performs on the rare 1735 Guarnerius violin from the Guttman Collection, celebrated for its radiant tone and extraordinary resonance. His artistry, praised for its elegance, depth, and expressive clarity, has captivated audiences across Europe. Experience Baroque brilliance at its finest.

Programme

Jean‑Baptiste Lully	Marche pour la Cérémonie des Turcs (3’)
Jean‑Philippe Rameau	Entrée de Polimnie from Les Boréades (6’)
J.S. Bach	La Folia (10’)
J.S. Bach	Christmas Concerto, Op. 6 No. 8 (15’)

J.S. Bach	Air on the G String (5’)
J.S. Bach	Violin Concerto in E major, BWV 1042 (18’)
Giuseppe Tartini	Devil’s Trill Sonata (15’)
Michel Corrette	Concerto Comique No. 25 (10’)

Creative Team List

Emmanuel Coppey

Emmanuel Coppey, a London‑based French violinist, an artist of the City Music Foundation and Queen Elisabeth Music Chapel, as well as a member of Frankfurt Ensemble Modern Academy and London Contemporary Soloists. He has collaborated with leading conductors and soloists, and appeared on Belgian national television performing Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at the royal Christmas concert. A sought‑after chamber musician, he has played with renowned artists across Europe’s major festivals. His repertoire spans baroque to contemporary, including all Bach Sonatas and Partitas, which earned him the 2023 Bach Barbash Competition prize. A graduate of the Royal Academy of Music and Paris Conservatory, Coppey now serves as Artist in Residence at the Singer‑Polignac Foundation and performs on a rare 1735 Guarnerius violin from the Guttman Collection.

NHKP

NHKP Baroque Chamber Orchestra

Founded in 2022, the NHKP Baroque Chamber Orchestra is one of Hong Kong’s leading professional ensembles, celebrated for its vibrant interpretations of Baroque music and its commitment to cultural storytelling. Comprising top-tier local musicians, the orchestra blends historical authenticity with modern innovation, captivating audiences across Hong Kong and Europe—including acclaimed performances at the French May Arts Festival and Italy’s Emilia Romagna Concerti series.

With visionary programming and collaborations with world-class soloists, NHKP continues to redefine classical music for contemporary audiences. Highlights include the world premiere of Beautiful Hong Kong, a multimedia tribute to the city’s spirit. As a cultural ambassador, the orchestra elevates Hong Kong’s artistic presence on the global stage.

Music Director and Conductor：Harty Tam

Violin Soloist：Emmanuel Coppey