Our Story
Finding Inspiration in Every Turn
Founded in 2025, Nova Wind Orchestra is a family of musicians who believe that everyone is a star. Our mission is to unite players of all ages—through our Junior Group for young musicians and our Senior Group for those 50 and above—in a supportive community that grows together. We provide professional training with heart, fostering a love for music in a nurturing environment where every voice shines.
From beginners to seasoned players, our wind and percussion musicians come together in rehearsals filled with collaboration and joy. We offer countless opportunities to perform, from local concerts to exciting music tours, ensuring every member has a stage to dazzle. Whether you’re a young talent or a seasoned musician, Nova Wind Orchestra is your home to create, connect, and celebrate the magic of music.
Nova Winds於2025年創立，是一個堅信「人人皆是明星」的音樂家大家庭。我們的目標是凝聚不同年齡的樂手，透過青少年組（Nova, Nova-Protostar）及35歲以上成人組（Nova- Solar），在一個充滿支持的社群中共同進步。我們以真心提供專業指導，在溫暖的環境中培育對音樂的熱情，讓每位成員的才華都能綻放光芒。無論是初學者還是經驗豐富的樂手，我們的管樂與敲擊樂手在充滿合作與快樂的排練中相聚。我們提供多樣化的演出機會，從本地音樂會到精彩的音樂旅程，讓每位成員都有機會在舞台上大放異彩。不論你是年輕的音樂新星還是資深的音樂愛好者，Nova Winds 是你創作、交流並感受音樂魅力的溫暖之家。
Meet The Team
Music Director, Conductor
Edith Tam
a distinguished hornist and conductor, captivates audiences as a founding member of Viva! Pipers since 2014 and leader of Le Gai Ensemble, blending classical, pop, and jazz at prestigious venues like the French May Arts Festival and St. John’s Cathedral. Her conducting spans the Hong Kong Polytechnic University Orchestra’s Albert Au Concert (2018), the solo theatre production Woman in Red, and a charity concert with Tokyo’s Classicarts Chamber Orchestra, alongside international masterclasses in France, the Netherlands, and Tokyo. Edith also conducts corporate workshops for Team Building Asia’s Orchestrate! program and mentors Hong Kong’s next generation of conductors. As an educator, she inspires students at various schools, fostering a love for music, while in her free time, she enjoys hiking with her dogs, Coffee and Luffy.
Woodwind Coach
Janice Ho
a Carnegie Mellon University graduate specializing in oboe performance, has built a distinguished career in Hong Kong as a professional oboist, project organizer, and tutor. From 2013 to 2015, she served as an Assistant Music Officer with the Music Office, conducting the Hong Kong Children Symphonic Band and later working as a woodwind coach for various bands. Passionate about chamber music, Ho organized various acclaimed concerts associated with Le French May and Lumieres Hong Kong. As a founding member of Le Gai Ensemble, she contributed to their successful 2018 Le French May performance and their 2024 debut under maestro Phillip Fournier, which captivated audiences with its virtuosic French repertoire. In 2019, Ho showcased her versatility by performing alongside Hong Kong singer Kay Tse in “Kay …Isn’t Me.”
Collaborate Artist
Artwork by Kylie Chan
Kylie Chan,
a Hong Kong-based freelance illustrator, blends traditional Chinese techniques with modern themes in her distinctive artwork. Holding a BFA in Illustration from Camberwell College of Arts in London and an MFA from Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles, her creations are deeply influenced by her cultural heritage and personal experiences. Kylie’s versatile portfolio includes zines, ceramics, textiles, and limited-edition prints. Using Chinese calligraphy brushes, she infuses her designs with fluidity and movement, vividly capturing both ordinary and fantastical moments to tell engaging stories through her art.