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Cy Leo

Hong Kongese Harmonicist & Composer

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Cy Leo is a cross genre chromatic harmonica virtuoso, composer, and singer songwriter from Hong Kong. Born from a musical family, he is versatile in both classical and jazz music. His talent in the harmonica has given him widespread international recognition and success. 

 

The artist started his creative musical journey with Krug in 2017, sharing with the House a belief in a non-hierarchical culture that embraces the goodness in various characters and styles. A long-time Krug Lover, he again lent his talent to the House in 2024 for Les Créations de 2011.


 
After joining Cellar Master Julie Cavil for an extended tasting at the Krug Family House in Reims, Leo wrote two compositions for Les Créations de 2011. “Spirited” for Krug 2011 was inspired by the duality of the tasting experience of this champagne: intense but elegant, powerful with finesse. “Vineyard Fantasy” for Krug Grande Cuvée 167ème Édition came from the generosity of the tasting experience and the physical visit of the vineyards and cellars of Krug.

 

 

A talk with Cy Leo

Do you remember your first sip of Krug?
It was during my first creative musical journey with the House back in 2017 – a magical night performing great music with friends while being mesmerised by the craftsmanship of Krug.
What do you have in common with Krug?
Both Krug and I prioritise the quality of our respective crafts and believe in a non-hierarchical culture that embraces the goodness in various characters and styles.
Tell us about your compositions for Les Créations de 2011.
I wrote “Spirited” for Krug 2011 and “Vineyard Fantasy” for Krug Grande Cuvée 167ème Édition.

“Spirited” is a dynamic composition of great contrast with a sentimental musical theme as its introduction and finale that are in stark opposition with the rhythmic section in the middle.
“Vineyard Fantasy” is a composition with a cinematic component that showcases the virtuosity of the instruments.
How did Les Créations de 2011 inspire your compositions?
The inspiration for “Spirited” came from the duality of the tasting experience and story of Krug 2011. It was intense but elegant, powerful with finesse.

The inspiration of “Vineyard Fantasy” came from the generosity of the tasting experience and the physical visit of the vineyards and cellars of Krug.
How do you approach pairing music and champagne?
When I discover a champagne, I concentrate on its character at each phase of the experience. It is also important for me to understand the story of the champagne, which helps me structure the flow of the musical composition. Afterwards, I translate the characters and tension of these narratives into the universal language of music.
What parallels do you see between composing music and crafting champagne?
They both require an in-depth understanding of the craft with an open mind for creative possibilities. It takes knowledge to build the vision, and creativity and openness to make the vision a reality.
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Vineyard Fantasy (Krug Grande Cuvée 167ème Édition)
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