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Preview: SSO National Day Concert by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

The 1915 Raffles MarchComposed by A. Dietz, former Director of the Orchestra at the Raffles Hotel. Dietz himself is a mystery, with little is known of him, not even his first name. The work is known to have been performed on 13th September 1922 at the hotel, in a special concert reported in The Straits Times the day before. And in 2017, more than a century … Continue reading Preview: SSO National Day Concert by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Dream Academy’s Broadway Beng: An Interview with Sebastian Tan

In many ways, Broadway Beng seems eternal. Having debuted in 2006, the dapper, Hokkien-spouting, Broadway/West End musical-lovin’ ‘beng’ has become something of a national icon in his own right, winning the hearts of countless aunties, xiao mei meis and men alike with his swagger and charm. But unlike an icon such as say, James Bond and how the character changes actors every few years, Broadway Beng can and will … Continue reading Dream Academy’s Broadway Beng: An Interview with Sebastian Tan

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Neon Lights 2019: Mumford & Sons Announced as Headline Act For 23rd November

Singapore’s premier music and arts festival Neon Lights returns to Fort Canning Park this November, playing for two days (23rd and 24th November 2019) and bringing some of the world’s most exciting acts to Singapore. The first artist to join this year’s host of international and global musicians is Brit and Grammy-Award winning British band Mumford & Sons, where Neon Lights 2019 will mark their first ever show … Continue reading Neon Lights 2019: Mumford & Sons Announced as Headline Act For 23rd November

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Preview: Kerson Leong Plays Schumann presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

At just 22 years of age, Canadian violinist Kerson Leong’s fast-rising career has taken the world by storm, and brought him to the world’s leading venues, from Carnegie to Wigmore. This August, he makes his Singapore debut with Schumann’s Violin Concerto – written in 1853 and subsequently lost for over 80 years, whose recovery was shrouded in ghostly mysteries and intrigue. Conducted by renowned Finnish … Continue reading Preview: Kerson Leong Plays Schumann presented by the Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Hossan-AH 50!: An Interview with Hossan Leong

Best known for his roles on television and stage, over the years, Hossan Leong has grown to become one of our nation’s icons, from The Hossan Leong Show to the host of local game show We Are Singaporeans. Now, the quintessential ‘Singapore Boy’ is about to celebrate his own golden jubilee as he hits the big 5-0 this year, and he’s celebrating with a party … Continue reading Hossan-AH 50!: An Interview with Hossan Leong

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Hong Kong 2019: A Dream Like A Dream by Hong Kong Repertory Theatre (Preview)

“In a story, someone had a dream. In that Dream, someone told a story.” HONG KONG – Considered one of the most celebrated pieces of modern Chinese theatre, Hong Kong Repertory Theatre (HKRep) is set to restage Stan Lai’s A Dream Like a Dream this July. In 2002, HKRep was the first professional company to stage A Dream Like a Dream, winning Best Overall Performance, Best Costume Design and … Continue reading Hong Kong 2019: A Dream Like A Dream by Hong Kong Repertory Theatre (Preview)

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Singapore Symphony Names Hans Graf as New Chief Conductor

The Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) has announced Austrian maestro Hans Graf as its Chief Conductor. Graf will assume the role from the 2020/21 concert season, beginning mid-2020. In Graf, SSO has appointed an internationally established maestro with highly regarded expertise in core orchestral repertoire. His background and work in Vienna, Salzburg and Graz makes him especially at home in Austro-German repertoire that is crucial in developing … Continue reading Singapore Symphony Names Hans Graf as New Chief Conductor

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Preview: Steven Osborne plays Mozart presented by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

This July,  award-winning pianist Steven Osborne, “one of Britain’s most treasured musicians”, comes to town to play Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 12, a standout work of lyrical peace and effusive melody. During the concert, be sure to also look out for Rossini’s Overture to The Silken Ladder, Kernis’ Musica celestis, and Haydn’s Symphony No. 98 in B-flat major. Steven Osborne’s insightful and idiomatic interpretations of diverse repertoire show an immense … Continue reading Preview: Steven Osborne plays Mozart presented by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Preview: VCHpresents 2019/20 Season presented by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

The Victoria Concert Hall has announced its brand new VCHpresents 2019/20 seaso, marking the fifth anniversary of its re-opening. The season will include a range of performances that explore the chamber music repertoire, solo voice recitals, more intimate happenings, and two music festivals. The VCHpresents Chamber series promises to be Singapore’s widest offering of chamber music at the highest level – from western classical strings and … Continue reading Preview: VCHpresents 2019/20 Season presented by Singapore Symphony Orchestra

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Preview: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants by re:Sound

Singapore-based music collective re:sound, the first professional chamber orchestra in the country, is set to perform a new concert this July. Titled Standing on the Shoulders of Giants, the collective, comprising conservatory-trained professionals and some of Singapore’s most talented and dedicated musicians, will be performing songs such as Vivaldi’s Sinfonia to La Senna Festeggiante RV117, Haydn’s Symphony no.104 in D major, and Prokofiev’s Symphony no.1 in D major (“Classical”). … Continue reading Preview: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants by re:Sound

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