ABOUT

As a clarinettist, Jack Lau has appeared in Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestre symphonique de Montréal, Orchestre 21, Orchestre de l’Université de Montréal, Ensemble de musique contemporaine de l'Université de Montréal, Hong Kong Youth Symphony Orchestra. He has performed in different countries, in cities such as Daqing, Harbin, Hong Kong, Montréal, Phoenix, Quebec City and Yekaterinburg.

Within the realm of clarinet playing, Jack Lau possesses a particular affinity for the bass clarinet and is an esteemed member of The Bass Clarinet Association of Canada. Driven by his curiosity and passion for exploring the innovative potential of the bass clarinet, Lau collaborates closely with acclaimed composers such as Camilo Mendez, Eason YH Chan, Lauryn Vania Kurniawan, and has premiered numerous solo and chamber pieces dedicated to this versatile instrument.

Lau received his Bachelor’s degree from Hong Kong Baptist University and Specialized Graduate Diplomas from Université de Montréal where he studied with Lorenzo Antonio Iosco, Lau Wai, André Moisan. He had also taken lessons from Shih-Wei Lin, Andrew Simon and Jean-Marc Volta.

Recognized for his exceptional talent, Jack Lau has been honoured with several scholarships and awards, including the Luc Vinet scholarships, HKBU Honour Students Recital Awards, Second Prize in 2019 Buffet Crampon Clarinet Competition Ensemble open class, Grand Champion in Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows, and the Gold Award in Schools Creative Music Showcase.

Performance Experience

Performing Artist

2023 International Low Clarinet Festival

Principal Clarinet, Bass Clarinet

Orchestre 21

Bass Clarinet

Orchestre Symphonique de Montréal,

Side-By-Side program

Freelance Utility and Bass Clarinet

Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra

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