### Event Description: Kahchun Wong Conducts Mahler's 'Titan'

**Date and Time:** Thursday, 26th September 2024, 7:30 PM  
**Venue:** The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester

Join us for a monumental evening as Kahchun Wong, in his inaugural concert as the Hallé's new Principal Conductor, leads a powerful opening to the 2024-25 season. This event promises to be a captivating experience, featuring Mahler's Symphony No. 1, famously known as the 'Titan' Symphony.

**Programme:**
- **Britten:** The Prince of the Pagodas: Suite (arranged by Colin Matthews and Kahchun Wong)
- **Mahler:** Symphony No. 1

**Pre-Concert Talk:**  
At 6:30 PM in the auditorium, Kahchun Wong and composer Colin Matthews will engage in an insightful conversation, offering a deeper understanding of the evening's programme.

**Runtime:** 100 minutes

**Ticket Information:**  
Prices range from £17 to £50, including fees. Concessions and discounts are available.

**About the Event:**
Mahler’s 'Titan' Symphony is celebrated for its bold departure from convention and its evocative exploration of the human experience. Despite its initial mixed reception, it has become one of the most revered first symphonies ever written. Kahchun Wong, a previous winner of the Gustav Mahler Conducting Competition, brings his unique affinity for Mahler’s works to this performance, promising an unforgettable interpretation.

Additionally, the evening will feature a masterful selection from Benjamin Britten's ballet, The Prince of the Pagodas, arranged by Kahchun Wong in collaboration with Colin Matthews, Composer Emeritus of the Hallé.

**Don't miss this opportunity to witness Kahchun Wong's debut with the Hallé and experience the profound beauty of Mahler's 'Titan' Symphony.**

**Booking:**  
[Book now](#) to secure your tickets for this extraordinary event.

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Kahchun Wong Conducts Mahler's Titan

The Bridgewater Hall

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