Dr. Anton D. Luiten is an educator and music critic. Based in Hong Kong, Dr. Luiten writes on western art concerts and reviews international artists. He also works for the International Baccalaureate as a lead educator, examiner and runs workshops on themes such as critical and creative thinking, and international mindedness. He is passionate about curriculum development, affording opportunities for students to nurture their talents, and educating the public on western art matters of historical significance as well as musical interpretation. His goal is to bring greater understanding and appreciation of music to the widest possible audience.
This production brought the work into the 21st century, at least visually, with a more modernised and digitally-stylised telling than their recent attempts.
Structurally intricate and riddled with personal undercurrents, Tchaikovsky’s Symphony no. 5 was handled with a deft touch by conductor Daniel Raiskin.
