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National Chengchi University (NCCU) published a press release covering Irene’s talk, “From Musicians to Musicpreneurs.” 

KALOS was spotlighted alongside other forward-looking companies redefining value in Asia’s creative and cultural sectors at 2025 Meet Taipei Startup Expo.

International conservatories and music schools. It is an invaluable tool for students and aspiring musicians looking for higher education and training. The directory includes essential details like institutional profiles, programs offered (e.g., performance, composition, musicology), and contact information for admissions offices.

The international orchestras from around the world. It is intended for musicians seeking professional opportunities, performance information, or simply to research leading ensembles. You can find details on their current seasons, major performance venues, and, critically, contact information for general inquiries or auditions.

Nicole Yim graduated from the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA) with First Class Honours, and is on the Dean’s List.

Hong Kong-born flautist Cathy Tsang is a versatile orchestral musician based in London. She recently worked with BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Welsh National Opera.

We’re looking for passionate young talents to join our growing team. Four new positions are now open:

Become a KALOS Creator and unlock everything you need to grow your music career

Theme: Going Pro — Launching Your Music Career — Date : 1-4, February 2026

Find strategies about growing your network in the classical music world. Read about collaborations, networking and community building that open doors to new stages and audiences.

Learn how to communicate your artistry — on stage, online, and in every opportunity you take. This section covers everything from performance storytelling to portfolio presentation, public speaking, and audition preparation.

Learn how to think beyond performance. Discover articles that help you strengthen your creative entrepreneur mindset and understanding of the music industry.

Born in Macao, Kristen Kong Wai Kio is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Music degree at The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts under the tutelage of Professor Eleanor Wong.

Lisa Ulrich-Gödel interviewed Irene and wrote an article titled "A Conductor of Possibilities”, explaining how a concert by the Vienna Boys' Choir changed Irene’s life.

What does it really take to thrive as a 21st-Century musician? In June 2025, Irene explored this and more in her interview with Arabella Fenyves of Radio Klassik Stephansdom.

Explore another interview of Irene in Vienna regarding the mission behind KALOS and the idea of “Music Unities”, with Reinhard Felbinger from ORF Teletext.

KALOS is becoming part of the global conversation on the future of classical music. In May, 2025, Irene was interviewed by Hadschi Bankhofer on Guten Morgen Wien, Radio Wien, ORF.

An interview of Prof. Melody Yiu, Research Assistant Professor at CUHK’s School of Architecture, where she explained how the Ground Music Project brought classical music into community spaces.

Ground Music Project has seamlessly blended architectural expertise with a musicpreneur programme.

With streaming platforms and social media, it's now easier than ever for artists to share their music to a broad global audience and reach their fanbase directly! Artists can now build their own careers without relying on the traditional gatekeepers. This decentralisation means that artists have more control over their own careers, and introduces more diversity and innovation to the industry. We're seeing more and more independent artists breaking through and making a name fo