Biography

Pok Cheung (Timothy) Tsang is a conductor and saxophonist from Hong Kong, currently 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. Timothy has been playing an active role in the music scene within Durham University; he is currently serving as conductor for DUPO’s Palatinate Ensemble and the Durham University Concert Band, and was nominated for best musical director in the 2025 Palatinate Awards. Timothy began his studies in conducting under Dr. Henry Shek at age 16, and has since studied with renowned conductors like Sean Cheung, Edith Tam, Dr. James Weeks and Ondrej Soukup. He has also refined his skills by participating in multiple conducting workshops and masterclasses, under the guidance of renowned conductors such as Günter Neuhold, Martin Sieghart, and Lior Shambadal, with orchestras such the Prague Philharmonia and the Berlin Sinfonietta. 

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. Under the guidance of Man Sze Tsang, Timothy started playing the saxophone at the age of 12 and obtained a licentiate diploma in saxophone performance (LTCL) five years later. He has also been mentored by various saxophone maestros in masterclasses, including Prof. Kyle Horch, Prof. Ryszard Zoledziewski, and Prof. Jinho Keem. Timothy is currently studying with Prof. Sarah Markham, and was the recipient of the 2025 Ralph Markham Award of Personal Achievement.

Additionally, Timothy found enthusiasm in composing under the guidance of Dr. Lee Kar-Tai Phoebus, and some of his award-winning works have since been performed by renowned ensembles such as the CONG Quartet. Moreover, 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 interviewed by RTHK Radio 4 in the programme ‘Musicians’ Terrace’ about his musical Journey.