The Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra (HKCO) is an institution deeply routed in tradition and at the same time, fully committed to innovation and improvement in Chinese music. With a view to providing young artists who possess the right potentials with the professional training they deserve, the Orchestra has co-operated with The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts since 2006, and officially established the HKCO Orchestral Academy in 2009. Through the unique and professional training and practical experience provided by the Orchestra, students are trained and equipped to the standard required by the HKCO and other Chinese orchestras. This is an educational endeavour for which the HKCO is seeking collaboration with conservatories in mainland China and overseas to join us as partners, and sponsorships from individuals and corporations in support of education.