Jaap van Zweden reflects on his transformative tenure as music director of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra, likening the orchestra's evolution to driving a Ferrari, emphasizing skill, versatility, and the pursuit of excellence. He discusses nurturing musicianship over replacement and his one regret of not staging a Mozart opera.
An artistic reconstruction of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart surprisingly resembles Ken Barlow, a legendary character from Coronation Street. This likeness has captivated fans and sparked online amusement, merging historical and popular culture.
