by Editor | Aug 10, 2025 | Stories |
This year, Singapore marks 60 years of independence, a milestone not only of nationhood but also of artistic achievement. As part of the Singapore Symphony Orchestra’s SG60 National Day Concert, saxophonist Lin Chien-Kwan returns home to premiere Chok Kerong’s Through... 
by Editor | Aug 9, 2025 | Stories |
For Novo Winds, celebrating Singapore’s 60th birthday was not just about performing music. It was about honouring the stories, voices, and spirit of home. The Beautiful Sunday concert at the Esplanade on 3 August presented a full programme of works by Singaporean... 
by Editor | Aug 1, 2025 | Stories |
For many, ACSWO is more than just an alumni band. It’s a homecoming, a reunion, and a living tapestry of friendships forged through decades of shared music-making. From the first notes played in ACJC Band to yearly returns for LegACy, the journey through music doesn’t... 
by Editor | Jul 6, 2025 | Stories |
As part of the National University of Singapore’s Arts for All framework, NUS has taken a bold step to weave the arts into its interdisciplinary educational experience by offering credit-bearing music groups as official courses. Students from any faculty can now join... 
by Editor | May 28, 2025 | Stories |
VENTUS and BAS Spotlight Local Composers In celebration of Singapore’s 60th anniversary, Band Academy Singapore (BAS) and VENTUS have taken a bold and heartfelt step: presenting an all-Singaporean programme in its upcoming concert “Tutti”. This decision is... 
by Editor | May 26, 2025 | Memories |
Raqueno Zia Lorenzo and Khatijatul Kubra Changkat Changi Secondary School Band Raqueno Zia Lorenzo Before upper secondary, I found band to be a challenging environment where it was hard to find motivation or excitement. It felt like there was little to look forward... 
by Editor | May 24, 2025 | Memories |
Kien Shang, Aqyl, Chanel Chan Hillgrove Concert Band Kien Shang From my past experiences in SYF, I’ve learned a lot especially about teamwork and communication. These two things can really make or break a performance. Imagine the entire band playing together and... 
by Editor | May 24, 2025 | Memories |
Tara Chit Quartermaster of Questband It feels strange to put that into words. For years, the band room was like a second home. It was the place where my day both started and ended. It was filled with music, laughter, frustration, hope, and the people who have become... 
by Editor | May 24, 2025 | Memories |
Toby Lee & Cai Fuxuan Outram Concert Band Toby Lee Looking back on my SYF journey, one thing stands out the most: I truly learned the value of perseverance. I used to hear people say things like “work hard” and “never give up,” but I never gave those words much... 
by Editor | May 24, 2025 | Memories |
Wong Jia Cheng Drum Major, Anderson Military Band As I stood on the stage of the Singapore Conference Hall, I couldn’t help but remember my very first SYF performance all those years ago. That image of the lights, the hall, the quiet before the music has always stayed...