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Our University Anthem

Released in 2023, the HKUST University Anthem was created through the concerted efforts of many talented individuals both within and outside of the University. Its melody and original lyrics in Putonghua were chosen by the selection committee from a variety of submissions in response to a call for entries. The Cantonese and English versions were created by talents within and outside of the University. The University Anthem represents the shared identity and innovative spirit of HKUST and fosters a greater sense of belonging and pride among all University members.

For more information on the University’s Anthem, please click here.

Composer: Prof. Kelvin YUEN
Lyricist (English): Ms. Edith SHIH, Dr. Isaac DROSCHA, Mr. Philip YEUNG
Lyricist (Cantonese): Mr. Chris SHUM
Lyricist (Putonghua): Mr. JIA Xianzhang
Arranger: Mr. NG Cheuk-Yin
Producer: Mr. Lawrence TSUI

Special thanks: University Anthem Working Group and Selection Committee
 

 

Lyrics

 

Red bird standing guard beneath the rising sun
That watches o’er the citadels 
of learning all as one

 

Leaping forward till each marathon is run
We're striving for a legacy like none 
we’re children of the sun

 

Fountain of knowledge lifts our flight 
Science and Arts scaling new heights
Engineering Business leading lights

 

Scholars and dreamers heed the call
reaching our goals and standing tall
bringing pride and honor to us all

 

Love for this land our heart imparts 
Spurring us to a brave new start
HKUST the beacon of our heart

 

Download the University Anthem

Download the University Anthem Orchestral version

 

Musicians of the University Anthem Orchestral version

ViolinClarinet
Lai Lai LouieLeung Hei Tung Athena
Leung Yik Hin 
Chan King HimBassoon
Liu Zai Dong MarlonLeung Tak Wing
Wong Yin Lam Anthony 
 Trumpet
ViolaDr. Ken Cheng
Ip, Ivan 
Lau Yuen HeiFrench Horn
Yan Chi HuenAu Yui Ki (1&3)
Wong, BrendanYuen Yu Yung (2&4)
  
CelloTrombone
Chan Pak Chun PatrickSo Kwok To Timothy (1st)
Chung Ching NamChiu Chun Yin (2nd)
Lau Cheuk Wing 
Tam JedidiahTuba
 Lai, James
Double Bass 
Victor LeePercussion
 Kwan Cheuk Yin
FluteWong Kin Hang, William
Ng, JocelynWong Pui Hoi Harrison
 Yiu Cheuk Tung, Shadow
Oboe 
Ngai, EugeneHarp
 Melody Tam
Bass trombone 
Jason Wang 

 

Anthem Singalong