The MPO's 'Star Wars: A New Hope In Concert' orchestral series will take place at Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS in Kuala Lumpur on May 3 and 4, 2026. Photo: Lucas Film Ltd
The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) has unveiled its 2026 concert season – a crowd-pleasing line-up with something for every listener, from tributes to Malaysian music legends and beloved film scores to bold reinterpretations of classical masterpieces.
While pop concerts may often steal the spotlight these days, classical music lovers will want to watch one date above all others: Oct 24, 2026 when the illustrious Sir Stephen Hough – hailed as one of the world’s finest pianists – takes the stage with the MPO under conductor Junichi Hirokami (MPO music director) for an all-Beethoven programme.
