Little Friends
Music Discovery 2026
15-25 July | Hong Kong Academy, Sai Kung
Music and Science
Baby Harp
Performance
Music Ensemble
Chinese Drum
Dance
Creative Arts
General Information
Little Friends Music Discovery offers a supportive and engaging environment for children to explore various musical instruments in an inspiring environment amidst the scenic natural surroundings of Sai Kung. The children develop creativity, feel the beauty of arts, participate in a music ensembles and learn teamwork through other group activities.
Key Information:
Date: 15 - 25 July 2026
Venue: Hong Kong Academy, Sai Kung
Activities: Explore instruments
(Percussion, Chinese drum, harp and others), Music Ensemble, Dance, Creative Arts, Music and Science, Performance
Up to 24 students (12 max per class)
Student Requirements:
Age between 4 - 7 years old as of 31 December 2026
Curiosity in music
Priority to Hong Kong ID holders
Final Concert
25 July 2026, 11am: Final Concert at Theatre, Hong Kong Academy, Sai Kung; followed by Lunch Reception in the Grand Ballroom at WM Hotel, Sai Kung.
Cost
All costs of Little Friends – Summer Academy 2026 will be borne by LINA Foundation.
Last Day of Enrolment
29 March, 2026
Key Dates
Student Application Deadline
29 March 2026
Student Allocation Announcement
End of April 2026
Little Friends Music Discovery in Hong Kong Academy, Sai Kung (no classes on 18 - 19 July)
15 – 24 July 2026
Final Concert at Theatre, Hong Kong Academy, Sai Kung; followed by Lunch Reception in the Grand Ballroom at WM Hotel, Sai Kung
25 July 2026, 11am
Daily Schedule
Creative Arts, Dance and Music Appreciation
10:00 – 10:50
Music Ensemble: Playing instruments (Baby Harp, Xylophones and others)
11:00 – 11:50
Music Ensemble: Fun with Chinese Drums and Percussion
12:00 – 12:50
*Bus Service provided between designated MTR stations of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, New Territories and Hong Kong Academy, Sai Kung
**10-minute-snack breaks between lessons (please provide 2 portions of snacks for children)
Faculty Information
EARLY CHILDHOOD
MUSIC EDUCATION
Manchi NG
Kalms NG
MUSIC AND ARTS
Wini LAM
BABY HARP
Queenie TONG
CHINESE PERCUSSION
Jason LEUNG
How to Apply
Submit applications online via a Google Form.
A Gmail account is required for the application.
Fill in the Google Form.
Prepare early to avoid upload delays close to the deadline.
-
Little Friends - Music Discovery 2026
Important Information for Parents & GuardiansDear Parents and Guardians,
Welcome to the Little Friends - Music Discovery 2026! Please take a moment to review the following information about this year’s Little Friends - Music Discovery.
LITTLE FRIENDS MUSIC DISCOVERY FEES & ATTENDANCE
All costs of Little Friends - Music Discovery 2026 will be borne by LINA Foundation Limited.
Unfortunately, we cannot arrange make-up classes for missed sessions due to scheduling constraints.
WEATHER ARRANGEMENTS
Little Friends - Music Discovery continues during Typhoon Signal No. 1 or Amber Rainstorm warnings.
Little Friends - Music Discovery is suspended if Typhoon Signal No. 3 or above or Red/Black Rainstorm warnings are issued by 5.30 am.
If severe weather develops during the Little Friends - Music Discovery, we'llkeep all participants safe and will contact parents/guardians to arrange pickup.
While we understand weather cancellations are disappointing, replacement sessions cannot be provided.
TRANSPORTATION
If your child misses the Little Friends - Music Discovery bus, please arrange alternative transport to the venue.
Transportation reimbursements are not available.
OUR TEACHING TEAM
Occasionally, we may arrange qualified substitute teachers due to unforeseen circumstances.
All substitutes will be equally qualified and passionate about music education.
PHOTOS AND VIDEOS
We love capturing memories! Photos and videos may be taken throughout the Little Friends - Music Discovery – including lessons, rehearsals, performances and concerts – and may be used for:
Our internal documentation and archives
Our website
These materials help us preserve wonderful moments. Where photos or videos are shared publicly – for example on our website – we will not display your/your child’s name unless you have given us separate permission to do so.
Please also note that anything we post online may be accessible globally and stored by third-party platforms on servers outside Hong Kong.
If you prefer yourself/your child not be photographed or filmed at all, just let us know in writing to info@linafoundation.hk at least 48 hours before the Little Friends - Music Discovery starts.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Parents/guardians are kindly asked to inform us of any medical conditions, allergies or special needs prior to the start of the Little Friends - Music Discovery.
In the event of an emergency, we will seek appropriate medical care and contact the participant’s designated emergency contacts.
All medical information will be kept strictly confidential.
OUR LITTLE FRIENDS - MUSIC DISCOVERY COMMUNITY
We welcome all participants regardless of background, ability or beliefs.
We foster a caring, inclusive environment where every participant can thrive.
We encourage respect and kindness among all participants.
Should any challenges arise, we'll work together with you to find the best solution.
PRIVACY
We take your privacy seriously! All personal data collected in connection with the Little Friends - Music Discovery 2026 is handled in accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (Cap.486) of Hong Kong. Here is what you need to know:
What we collect and why: We collect registration details, emergency contact information, medical information as well as photos and videos. These are used only for the purposes described in these Terms – running the Little Friends - Music Discovery safely, keeping records and the publication purposes set out in the Photos and Videos section above.
Who sees your data: Only those directly involved in running the Little Friends Music Discovery – such as our teaching and administrative teams – will have access to your information. Medical details are kept strictly confidential and shared only where necessary for your child’s safety. Photos and videos may be shared publicly only as described in the Photos and Videos section above.
Your Choice: Some information is essential – basic registration details (such as your/your child’s name, date of birth, and contact information) are required for enrollment, and without these we would be unable to register your child’s participation. We also ask that you share any relevant medical conditions, allergies, or special needs with us before the Little Friends - Music Discovery begins – this is not a legal obligation, but it is an important one for your child’s safety, and we may not be able to take responsibility for incidents arising from conditions that have not been disclosed to us. All other permissions in these Terms – including the use of photos and videos for publication – are entirely optional, and you can opt out at any time as described above.
Access and correction: You are welcome at any time to ask us what personal data we hold about you/your child, or to correct anything that is not quite right.
Just reach out to our Office Manager:
Email: info@linafoundation.hk
Phone: +852 2154 7559
By enrolling in the Little Friends - Music Discovery 2026 and through your child’s attendance, you acknowledge that you’ve read and accepted these Terms and Conditions.
Kind regards,
LINA Foundation Limited