City sounds often revolve around the pressures of daily life. But we invite you to embark on a journey with us, deep into the heart of the forest. Open your ears and let your heart resonate with the harmonies of nature.

Through years of unwavering dedication to wildlife and plant conservation, Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden (KFBG) has become a haven of rich biodiversity. Within this precious natural sanctuary, you'll be captivated by the breathtaking ‘soundscape’ that unfolds. Picture the undulating mountainous terrain, where birdsong, insect chirps, soft whispers of the wind and the gentle rustle of falling leaves come together in a symphony of nature's melody. Guided by these captivating sounds, we'll venture through the upland areas of KFBG, immersing ourselves in the very essence of this nurturing land, and embracing the ceaseless rhythms of happiness.

Along the way, you'll encounter an array of fascinating ferns and chance upon blossoming flowers that paint the seasons with vibrant colours. You might also catch the soothing murmurs of flowing rivers and the soaring calls of majestic eagles and songbirds.

Let the melodies of nature soothe your spirit and bring serenity to your mind, body and soul. As you participate in our half-day forest interactive music concert, you'll rediscover the art of listening – truly listening – to the messages conveyed by the land. Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature and let the forest infuse you with revitalising energy, fostering the holistic well-being and happiness of our environment.

Content

• Mindful sound walk in nature
  Walk slowly uphill to explore the forest and the inner self, with guidance from the sounds of a waterfall, streams, birds and insects
• Acoustic music jamming
  Join a music jamming in celebration of nature and humankind
• Exploration of the sounds of nature and musical instruments
  Dive into music and immerse yourself in the forest with musical instruments collected from all over the world
• Contemplation of nature
  Relax your mind and body with a meditative musical performance in the setting of the forest

*School Programme Catalogue: Please click HERE for the learning objectives and related subjects.

Facilitator
Kawa Wong
Multi-instruments player (Indian bansuri flute, frame drum, Indian kanjira drum, Brazilian pandeiro drum, Shakuhachi flute, jaw harp, throat singing and other instruments). Recognised for playing live meditative music for concerts/sound bath/yoga/mindfulness sessions with acoustic instruments. He believes touching music is through playing in the present, and by mindful listening, one can bring a harmony of sounds to the surroundings.
@kawainflow @flow.lifecircle

Date
Monday to Sunday
Now accepting applications for September 2024 or later.

Time
Half-day: 10:00am - 1:00pm / 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Venue
Kadoorie Farm and Botanic Garden

Language
Cantonese

Target Audience
Secondary school (S4-S6), Adults

Capacity
12 - 22 per class
*There must be at least one adult for every 12 students

Fee
HK$600 per head 
*20% off for registered schools and charity organisations
*Including admission fee and activity fee.

Note

• Please note that there is some mild exertion involved with walking uphill, this workshop is probably not suitable for people who have heart problems, high blood pressure or knee problems.
• Payment is not refundable after acceptance, unless the programme is cancelled due to inclement weather or under-enrolment.
• Parking will not be available. Please take public transportation. 

Application
Please CLICK HERE to submit your online application. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. 

Enquiry
Contact Alice Lam at 2483 7276 or email to alice.lam@kfbg.org

Related Links
Kawa Introduce Music Journey 
Music Journey Preview

Related Links

• ​​Kadoorie Earth Programme (KEP) is an initiative co-created by KFBG and its network of collaborators and volunteers. By integrating the various strands of KFBG’s nature conservation, sustainable living and holistic education programmes, it provides life-transforming learning experiences that reconnect people with themselves, each other and the rest of nature and enable them to cultivate resilience in the face of global challenges.
• Nature Art Programmes: Immerse yourself in silent contemplation of nature. Deepen your awareness of beauty and connect with nature through art. KFBG organises a variety of different art workshops including Zentangle drawing, sketching, wood art and exhibitions, to guide participants, with or without artistic background, to create nature art.
• Nature Education Programmes: Become animal detectives and explore the mysteries of wild animals. Use different senses to discover the beauty of plants. Learn about the significance of forest, trees and even soils through field visits, experiments, and woodwork, to reconnect with nature.
• Group Guided Tours: Led by trained environmental interpreters, the content includes experiential and hands-on activities. We encourage a passion for nature, conservation and ecology by nurturing an appreciation of the natural world.