Simon Trpceski in Double Rachmaninov - Hong Kong Philharmonic presents all of Rachmaninov’s works for piano and orchestra with Macedonian pianist Simon Trpceski. $120-$380 from www.urbtix.hk, 2734-9009. Fri-Sat, Jan 29-30, 8pm. Concert Hall, Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui.

China Philharmonic Orchestra
Conducted by Professor David Gwait and backed by a 100-strong orchestra, violinist Lim Kek-han will perform pieces by Verdi, Bruch and Tchaikovsky. $80-$150 from www.urbtix.hk, 2734-9009. Sat, Jan 30, 8pm. Cultural Activities Hall, Tsuen Wan Town Hall, 72 Tai Ho Rd., Tsuen Wan.

Ning Feng Plays Brahms
“Violin wizard” Ning Feng will mesmerize audiences with Brahms and Stravinsky. $140-360 from www.urtbix.hk, 2734-9009. Thu, Mar 4, 8pm. City Hall Concert Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central.

Sounds Great 5
Jason Lai, Hong Kong Sinfonietta’s Artist Associate, plays “Sounds Great,” a series of classical music masterpieces featured in movies. $80-220 from www.urtbix.hk, 2734-9009. Sat, Mar 13, 8pm, Yuen Long Theater Auditorium, 9 Yuen Long Tai Yuk Rd., Yuen Long; Sun, Mar 14, 3pm, Tuen Mun Town Hall Auditorium, 3 Tuen Hi Rd., Tuen Mun; Fri, Mar 19, 8pm, City Hall Concert Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central.

HK PICKS
Yundi Li & the HKPO and Yundi Li in Recital
Chinese pianist Yundi Li, who won International Frederick Chopin Piano Competition at the age of 18, helps celebrate the 200th anniversary of Chopin. $180-680 from www.urtbix.com, 2734-9009. Fri-Sat, Feb 5-6; Mon, Feb 8, 8pm. Concert Hall, Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui.

Ode to Beethoven 
Four acclaimed singers and the Opera Hong Kong Chorus will join the Hong Kong Sinfonietta to perform the monumental Beethoven’s Symphony No 9. $100-$380 from www.urbtix.hk, 2734-9009. Fri-Sat, Feb 5-6, 8pm. City Hall Concert Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central.

The Sound of Love
Hong Kong’s acclaimed jazz talents, guitarist Eugene Pao and vocalist Angelita Li, will create a romantic night as Valentine’s Day approaches. $350 (includes a drink). Sat, Feb 6, 9pm. Dada Bar + Lounge, 2/F, The Luxe Manor, 39 Kimberly Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui, 3763-8778, www.dadalounge.com.hk.

Seasons of Liz
Through jazz and song, singer Liz Merendino explores the seasons of one woman’s life. Mon-Tue, Feb 11-12, 9:15pm. $150-$180 from www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288. Fringe Club, 2 Lower Albert Rd., Central.

HK PICKS
Music About China IV
The romantic Lantern Festival is celebrated with a “Chinese Valentine’s Day Concert” by the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra, featuring conductor and the Art Director of HKCO Yan Hui-chang. Free pre-concert talk on Fri, Feb 26, 7:30pm at AC2, 4/F Administration Building, Cultural Centre. $120-300 from www.urbtix.hk, 2734-9009. Sun, Feb 28, 8pm. City Hall Concert Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central.

Stage

Marcovaldo
Theatre du Pif presents a piece based on a modern literary classic about an incorrigible schemer. Fri-Sat, Jan 22-30, 8pm (closed Sun). $130-$160 from www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288. Fringe Theatre, 2 Lower Albert Rd., Central.

Donizetti’s La Fille du Regiment
A comic opera in two acts sung in French with Chinese and English subtitles, about an abandoned girl and her upbringing. $150-$600 from www.urbtix.hk, 2734-9009. Fri-Sun, Jan 29-31, 8pm; Sat, Jan 30, 3pm. City Hall Concert Hall, 5 Edinburgh Place, Central.

The Merchants of Bollywood
Charting the world’s most prolific film industry, this lavish Bollywood show is all about dance, glamour, glitter and music. $395-$795 from www.hkticketing.com, 3128-8288. Feb 2-14, Tue-Fri, 8pm; Sat, 2:30pm and 8pm; Sun, 2:30pm and 7pm. Lyric Theatre, Academy for Performing Arts, 1 Gloucester Rd., Wan Chai.

HK PICKS
Firecracker
Hong Kong Ballet presents “Firecracker,” a revision of “The Nutcracker” that’s sure to ignite the stage. $180-500 from www.urbtix.com, 2734-9009. Fri-Sun, Feb 5-7, 7:30pm; Sat-Sun, Feb 6-7, 2:30pm. Studio Theater, Cultural Centre, 10 Salisbury Rd., Tsim Sha Tsui.

Wali Collins
One of the top comedians from New York City, Wali Collins’ television credits include Comedy Central, “The Chapelle Show” and “Late Show with David Letterman.” $250 entry. Thu, Feb 4, 8:30pm (at Champs Bar, 209-219 Wan Chai Rd., Wan Chai); Fri, Feb 5, 10pm; Sat, Feb 6, 9pm. Take Out Comedy, 34 Elgin St., Central. Tickets and info 6220-4436, www.takeoutcomedy.com.

The Ark
“L’Arsenal à Musique” is a Canadian production celebrating life with a combination of music, animation, theater and circus arts. $140-$180 from www.urbtix.hk, 2734-9009. Thu-Fri, Feb 4-5. Sai Wan Ho Civic Centre, No.111, Shau Kei Wan Rd., Sai Wan Ho.