Tag: Music

Arts, Concert, Music, Preview, Singapore

Review: Prodigious – The Trout & Four Seasons by re:sound Collective

Young violin prodigies given a chance to shine in Vivaldi’s iconic concerto. Going beyond showcasing the capability of small ensemble orchestras, re:Sound Collective has embarked on a mission to take music even further, such as introducing new audiences to more classical music. In their latest performance, the collective has taken yet another step – bringing young musicians to the fore by providing them a platform … Continue reading Review: Prodigious – The Trout & Four Seasons by re:sound Collective

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Arts, Music, Review, Singapore

Review: Traversing by Ding Yi Music Company

Resounding start to their season in Ding Yi’s diverse exploration of modern Chinese music. In Ding Yi’s opening concert of 2024, the Chinese chamber music ensemble starts off by fusing both East and West with Traversing, uniting international musicians, composers, and conductors to present a new side to Chinese music that goes beyond time and cultural boundaries. Conducted by Resident Conductor Wong De Li, Dedric, … Continue reading Review: Traversing by Ding Yi Music Company

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Arts, festival, Preview, Singapore

Preview: Singapore International Festival of Arts 2024 – They Declare

A beach bathed in perpetual sunlight. The pursuit of a puppet whale across stormy seas. A woman caught in an endless loop. A multiverse of E.M. Forster’s characters coming together. These are just a few of the highlights revealed yesterday at the launch of the Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2024 programme. Organised by Arts House Limited (AHL) and commissioned by the National Arts … Continue reading Preview: Singapore International Festival of Arts 2024 – They Declare

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Arts, Interview, Music, Preview, Singapore

Singapore Chamber Music Festival 2024: An Interview with Resound Collective Chairman Mervin Beng

Making a triumphant return this January is the Singapore Chamber Music Festival (SCMF). Organised by Resound Collective, the biennial festival is back after nearly 20 years, and brings together music lovers, students and top chamber musicians connect, share and celebrate the joy of chamber music. In this particular edition, attendees and participants can not only look forward to top international musicians from USA, UK and … Continue reading Singapore Chamber Music Festival 2024: An Interview with Resound Collective Chairman Mervin Beng

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Music Is: Singapore-based Italian singer Matilde G launches new single ‘7Oceans’

Italian rising star Matilde G, currently based in Singapore, has released her latest single, “7Oceans”. This poignant ballad, explores the complexities of long-distance love and is an anthem to the joy of experiencing emotions in the present moment. Matilde G, a captivating artist who recently expanded her musical horizons to Los Angeles by collaborating with artists and exploring new genres, expresses the depth of emotions … Continue reading Music Is: Singapore-based Italian singer Matilde G launches new single ‘7Oceans’

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Arts, Music, Review, Singapore

Review: ECOncert《声态不息》by Ding Yi Music Company

Musical exploration of the forces of nature and our intricate relationship with the environment. “Can humans and nature coexist in an urban environment?” In December, the ever-innovative Ding Yi Music Company presented “ECOncert”, bringing together a unique blend of Chinese music to explore the intricate relationship between humanity and nature. Led by conductor Wong De Li, Dedric, and stage director and dramaturg Ang Xiao Ting, … Continue reading Review: ECOncert《声态不息》by Ding Yi Music Company

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Arts, Review, Singapore, Theatre

★★★★★ Review: Mari Kita Main Wayang by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

Breathing new life into Peranakan theatre with diversity, heart, and joy. Over the years, various aspects of Peranakan culture have entered the public consciousness again, thanks to television shows like The Little Nyonya, or the emergence of the Peranakan Museum, alongside intensive marketing campaigns. All of this has led to its renewed popularity, from the prevalence of Peranakan tiles, reimagining the nyonya kebaya in contemporary … Continue reading ★★★★★ Review: Mari Kita Main Wayang by Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

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Concert, Interview, Music

Music Is: Staying true in life and music with Johnny Orlando

In a world where TikTok tweens are taking over before even coming of age, Johnny Orlando seems to represent the last of a generation of young artists who made it big the classic way – amassing fame via YouTube. Despite being just 20, the former YouTuber turned professional musician had previously garnered over 25 million international fans and totaled over 500 million YouTube views, and had … Continue reading Music Is: Staying true in life and music with Johnny Orlando

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★★★★★ Review – Arts of Malaysia: Cinema TARAKUCHA! returns to BoboKL to celebrate iconic movie soundtracks

KUALA LUMPUR – In a packed and cozy corner of Bangsar sits a wonderful space for local jazz and acts that would absolutely rival the international scene. Welcome to BoboKL, the city’s premier music lounge, home to the signature Tarakucha big band concert, assuring audience members of a night of romance, thrills and magic with their carefully curated set of classic songs in English and from … Continue reading ★★★★★ Review – Arts of Malaysia: Cinema TARAKUCHA! returns to BoboKL to celebrate iconic movie soundtracks

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Arts, Interview, Singapore, Theatre

Mari Kita Main Wayang: An Interview with director Alvin Tan and playwright Zulfadli Rashid on the then, now and future of Peranakan theatre

Amongst the many forms of cultural theatre that exist in Singapore, one of the rarer genres would be Peranakan theatre. Often presented in Baba Melayu language, the art form was prevalent from the 1920s to the early 1960s but went dormant for over 20 years. In 1984, it was revived in a landmark play, Pileh Menantu, by the late Peranakan playwright Felix Chia, commissioned for … Continue reading Mari Kita Main Wayang: An Interview with director Alvin Tan and playwright Zulfadli Rashid on the then, now and future of Peranakan theatre

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