Biography
The Conductor
Pok Cheung (Timothy) Tsang is a conductor from Hong Kong, based in the UK.
He is currently the Music Director of VICI Harmonia, a London-based fusion music ensemble, and has previously appeared as a guest conductor with ensembles such as the Hong Kong Bravissimo Wind Ensemble and The MuSeed. He has also served as assistant conductor for the North East Film Orchestra under Lewis Wilkinson. In addition, Timothy has also competed in multiple conducting competitions, highlights include reaching the quarterfinals of the Warsaw Wind Band Conducting Competition recently.
As a music scholar at South College, Durham University, Timothy has been playing an active role in the music scene within the university. He is currently serving as conductor for Durham University Palatinate Orchestra’s chamber orchestra - the Palatinate Ensemble, as well as the Durham University Concert Band, and has conducted performances including a staged production of Hunchback of Notre Dame, as well as works like Beethoven’s Symphony No.5, Absil’s Petite Suite, Holst’s First & Second Suite for Military Band, Marquez’s Danzon No.2, and much more. Timothy was nominated for best musical director in the 2025 Palatinate Awards, for taking the Durham University Concert Band to new heights.
Timothy has studied with renowned conductors including (in chronological order) Dr. Henry Shek, Sean Cheung, Edith Tam, Ondrej Soukup, and Dr. James Weeks. He has also refined his skills by participating in masterclasses with Günter Neuhold, Martin Sieghart, and Lior Shambadal, and with orchestras including the Prague Philharmonia and the Berlin Sinfonietta.
The Saxophonist
As a saxophonist, Timothy has participated in numerous competitions and festivals, including a recent 3rd place finish at the 10th Larissa International Saxophone Festival in Greece. He has also performed as a soloist with various ensembles, including a performance with the Durham University Concert Band in the Durham Cathedral. Timothy obtained a licentiate diploma in saxophone performance (LTCL) at the age of 17, and has studied with (in chronological order) Man-sze Tsang, Joseph Tang, and Prof. Sarah Markham. He has also been mentored by various saxophone maestros in masterclasses, including Prof. Kyle Horch, Prof. Ryszard Zoledziewski, and Prof. Jinho Keem. Timothy was the recipient of the 2025 Ralph Markham Award of Personal Achievement.
The Musician
In addition to his work as a conductor and saxophonist, Timothy Tsang is an active percussionist, appearing in concerts and contests with ensembles including Fishburn Brass Band, Peterlee Brass Band, Durham University Brass Band, and the Hong Kong Bravissimo Wind Ensemble.
Timothy is also very passionate about composing. Having studied with (in chronological order) Dr. Lee Kar-Tai Phoebus, Dr. Alexandros Spyrou, Dr. James Weeks, and Prof. Richard Rijnvos, some of his award-winning works have since been performed by renowned ensembles such as the CONG Quartet. Timothy is also keen on composing wind band music, with some of his wind band works being premiered by the Durham University Concert Band and were well received.
Timothy was also once interviewed by RTHK Radio 4 in the programme ‘Musicians’ Terrace’ about his musical journey.