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True Colors Symphony (TCS) nurtures the musical talent of the differently-abled and provides them with various platforms to shine. Being the largest all-inclusive orchestra in Hong Kong, we encourage interactions between people of different backgrounds. Our members include children, teenagers, adults, senior citizens, ethnic minorities, the visually-impaired, hearing-impaired, physically-impaired, students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or other special educational needs. Advocating “Be True, Be Colors” and strongly believes that social inclusion is reciprocal.
Education is to lead out one's potential to show us what they are capable of instead of what they are expected to be. We are convinced that the world needs more empathy for a better place and positive values are to be instilled in children at a young age. Every one of us should be given the opportunity to experience and the exposure to interact with people who are different.
TCS has reached several milestones, expanding its impact online and spreading the message of inclusion to more people on one hand, and exploring new performance platforms for musicians with different abilities on the other. Various chambers were formed, involving players with different abilities, pop, and professional musicians. They performed in two of our music videos, one of which was fully supported by Sony Music Entertainment Hong Kong, Sony Hong Kong, and Hong Kong Disneyland. We also collaborated with Hong Kong Arts Festival – No Limits and the renowned composer Yin Ng this year. Led by the internationally sought-after conductor Wilson Ng, we performed the world premiere “Playground” together with experienced Jazz musicians and players of Chinese and ethnic instruments online to celebrate uniqueness and diversity.
Music Angel Orchestra
Music Angel Orchestra was launched in January 2019 under the support of Centum Charitis Foundation and other passionate patrons from the community. Music Angel Orchestra has entailed regular weekly rehearsals with professional music instructors and certified therapists for local students with autism and special educational needs. Students are granted more exposure and opportunities which boost their social skills and self-confidence through the program.
Chamber Group
Five chamber groups, i.e. piano strings, wind/ brass chamber, pop band, TCS mixed chamber, MAO chamber were formed to reach out to the international audience. The chamber groups have collaborated with Sony Music and Hong Kong Disneyland on an MV project and were invited by Hong Kong Arts Festival – No Limits to perform for the world-premiere “Playground” with local musicians.
Piano Trio
The Piano Trio is an inclusive chamber ensemble that brings together three exceptionally talented musicians — the visually impaired soloists, violinist Yijie Ding and erhu player Enhua Yang, alongside pianist Emas Au. This ensemble highlights the talents of differently-abled musicians, showcasing their resilience and artistry. The trio regularly performs at concerts, community events, and corporate performances, offering a unique and inspiring experience.
Piano Strings
The Piano Strings chamber brings together a diverse group of emerging talents, including students with autism such as Jayden Pang, Hugo Pang, and Hardy Li. Through performances at concerts, events, and gigs, the group showcases their musical talents in a supportive and inclusive setting. The ensemble’s mission is to help these gifted individuals build a strong foundation for a sustainable career in music, while making an impact in the community through various public performances and collaborations.
Annual Concert
True Colors Symphony (TCS), which is the largest inclusive orchestra in Hong Kong, promotes the idea of “Be True, Be Colors” and it is our differences that make us shine. It aims to promote true inclusiveness, harmony, and respect for people from all walks of lives in our society and members of the symphony included people with visual or hearing impairment, physical disabilities, autism, intellectually challenges, senior citizens, ethnic minorities, youth, and families.