Events & Programs
CLAUDE MONET: 'THE SPIRIT OF PLACE' EXHIBITION
A journey into the world of Claude Monet.
Le French May presented “The Spirit of Place”; a magnificent Monet exhibition in cooperation with Réunion des Musées Nationaux. The Hong Kong community, both young and old, were able to view 18 of
the Impressionist’s fine works, including Water Lilies and Effect of Spring in a setting that recreated many aspects of Monet’s beloved home, Giverny
First Initiative Foundation supported the exhibition in partnership with Le French May and held a gala fundraising dinner at the Hong Kong Heritage Museum, with exhibition viewing a highlight of the evening.
The gala introduced FIF’s original children's picture book set “My Monet” and “Colour Me Monet”, which was donated to more than 1500 local schools and libraries.
MONET, MONET
First Initiative Foundation illuminated the Hong Kong Heritage Museum in a celebratory fundraising evening focusing on FIF’s support of the Claude Monet exhibition.
Weaving international art history and community outreach together, the evening began with a viewing of the “Spirit of Place” exhibition viewing, accompanied by specially created cocktails that reflected the hues of the remarkable artist’s brushstrokes.
Later, patrons gathered for FIF’s unveiling ceremony for “My Monet”, and “Colour Me Monet”, a set of educational children’s books. To celebrate the gala introduction of our project, we invited patrons to sit down for a memorable dinner, with the exquisite exhibition remaining open to guests late into the evening.
VOYAGE WITH ANNE QUEFFÉLEC
Anne Queffélec, an internationally renowned pianist, takes Hong Kong music lovers on a musical journey.
Described as an “exceptional influencer of music”, this was a fantastic evening of music presented by First Initiative Foundation (FIF) and Le French May to the Hong Kong community. Anne Queffélec’s "Voyage", a journey into the poetic world of music and culture, was a fantastic night of music in the community.
As part of FIF’s outreach, Anne Queffélec also presented a masterclass for Hong Kong students and teachers.
ANNE QUEFFÉLEC MASTERCLASS
Anne Queffélec Masterclass focuses on Ravel, Chopin and Debussy.
During the FIF sponsored Masterclass, guests enjoyed Anne Queffelec’s remarkable talent, as she instructed some of Hong Kong’s most talented young musicians. Guests included educators, students and music supporters, as part of First Initiative Foundation (FIF)’s initiative to make international music education more accessible to the community.
This educational opportunity was presented with Le French May, FANCL and the Hong Kong Education Bureau. As part of the FIF outreach, Anne Queffélec also presented a recital open to the public in the Le French May Arts calendar.
