Bernard Hui

Bernard graduated from Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA) and Chinese Mission Seminary respectively. He acquired Bachelor of Music (Honor), Professional Diploma and Master of Divinity. Studying at HKAPA, he majored in piano performance, pipe organ performance and electronic music. Thereafter, he dug deep into keyboard improvisation pedagogy and jazz piano. Over the years, his improvisation skill has gained applauding feedback. As a performer of gracious artistic spirit, Bernard is active and vibrant on stage. He has given performance over many different places ranging from the Cultural Centre, City Halls of different districts and HKAPA. As well, he has also performed with different local choirs and orchestras. Feeling honored, he was invited by the renowned conductor Yip Wing-sie to be the organ soloist for the inauguration of the Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra in Guangzhou in 2003. Next year, he was honored again to play as the organ soloist for the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra’s concert “The Wonderful World of Reeds”. His marvelous and distinguished performing style and talent has acquired public recognition. With strong enthusiasm and passion, Bernard founded Aleatory Jazz Ensemble with his fellow jazz artists in 1996 with a heart for promoting keyboard improvisation and jazz music in the local culture. His jazz band has given live show over many different places in Hong Kong with impressive performance since its establishment. Moreover, he also gives speech on church music in different churches in an effort to uplift the quality of church music in worships.