In Memory of Lim Kek-tin (1933-2021)
The Hong Kong Philharmonic Society wishes to express its deepest condolences to the family of Lim Kek-tin, our very first Concertmaster, who passed away on 18 September 2021.
Mr Lim was Concertmaster of the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra back in 1971, at a time when the orchestra was an amateur ensemble.
When the orchestra became fully professional in 1974, Mr Lim led it through the transition, and stayed on until the 1982/83 season.
The youngest brother of our first Music Director, Maestro Kek-tjiang, Lim Kek-tin was born into an Indonesian-Chinese family in 1933.
He grew up with four siblings, who all trained to be professional musicians.
Mr David Cogman, the Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Society, expressed his gratitude to Mr Lim for his dedication in the early days which helped turn the HK Phil into what it is today. Russell Kan, former violinist of the HK Phil who retired last season,had worked with Mr Lim, and recalled: “He was a very humble person, very kind, polite and gentle. A respectable senior!”
Our sincere gratitude and respect go to Mr Lim. He is solelyd missed.