by Editor | Mar 21, 2026 | Stories |
There is a word in Italian that means “a little return.” But for the musicians of the AMK Alumni Wind Orchestra, there is nothing little about it. As Lee Yu Qing puts it, this is “a return to where it all began, a returning that carries deep... 
by Editor | Feb 18, 2026 | Stories |
For Immediate Release Memorial Farewell Concert honouring Maestro Toshio Akiyama to Be Live Streamed Worldwide The global wind band community is invited to join a special live-streamed tribute concert in memory of Maestro Toshio Akiyama, revered as the “Father of... 
by Editor | Feb 15, 2026 | Stories |
For the Omiya Wind Symphony, Singapore is not unfamiliar ground. This upcoming concert marks not a debut, but a meaningful return. In 2019, the band performed here with Philharmonic Wind Orchestra under the guidance of the late Professor Toshio Akiyama, then Music and... 
by Editor | Feb 14, 2026 | Stories |
When Juvenescence first took the stage last year, they were the new kids on the block – bright, energetic and eager to prove themselves. This year, as they return for their sophomore production, something has changed. “This show marks our growth,” shares Imran... 
by Editor | Feb 10, 2026 | Stories |
Nearly five decades after its beginnings, the National Theatre Symphonic Band (NTSB) is coming together once more, not just as musicians, but as old friends, mentors, parents and grandparents, brought together by a shared love for music and memories that have stood... 
by Editor | Jan 8, 2026 | Stories |
As the Singapore Police Force (SPF) Band marked its 100th anniversary, its Centennial Gala concert on 30 December 2025 at the Esplanade stood not merely as a commemorative event, but as a living reflection of a century of service, music and evolution. Through the... 
by Editor | Dec 30, 2025 | Stories |
The Band Post conducted this interview as an in-person conversation on 2 August 2025. It presents the story of Nasir Ibrahim, one of the few living pioneers of the Singapore band movement, told in his own words and from his personal perspective, situated within the... 
by Editor | Dec 18, 2025 | Stories |
Sinfonica: Voce brings together VENTUS and Schola Cantorum Singapore in a concert that places wind ensemble and voice on equal footing. Rather than following conventional roles of accompaniment and foreground, the programme explores how both mediums can function as... 
by Editor | Dec 14, 2025 | Interviews |
In this edition of our Pathway series, we shine a light on lesser-known yet vital careers within the music industry – Arts Administration. While conversations about music often focus on performers and conductors, Pathway explores the behind-the-scenes roles that... 
by Hari | Nov 27, 2025 | Interviews |
The Ratwinit Bangkaeo Wind Symphony (RWB) has emerged as one of Thailand’s most distinguished school bands, admired for its discipline, artistry, and consistent musical excellence under the leadership of Kaisorn Julatip. Known for their remarkable precision and... 
by Editor | Nov 26, 2025 | Stories |
In a year where Singapore celebrates 60 years of nationhood and Band Fusion marks its 20th anniversary, Of Orchids and Crimson Sunbirds emerges as a musical symbol of identity, memory and collective growth. First conceived as a brass band score for the Lion City Brass... 
by Editor | Nov 25, 2025 | Stories |
As Kang Chun Meng presents his first recital as a graduate student at the Yong Siew Toh (YST) Conservatory of Music, he will be doing more than presenting a performance. He is quietly making history. His presence in the conservatory’s Master of Music programme marks a... 
by Editor | Nov 15, 2025 | Stories |
The revival of the St Patrick’s Alumni Band for Homecoming 2025 was more than a performance. It was a reaffirmation of the brotherhood and musical spirit that shaped generations of Patricians, a spirit that Sebastian Koh felt deeply as he stepped back onto the podium... 
by Editor | Nov 10, 2025 | Stories |
In November 2025, the rhythmic pulse of Singapore will travel halfway across the world to Indianapolis, where Morse Percussion will make history as the first Singaporean ensemble ever invited to perform at the Percussive Arts Society International Convention, or... 
by Editor | Nov 8, 2025 | Stories |
A silver jubilee is more than a milestone; it is a testament to endurance, passion, and purpose. As the Philharmonic Wind Orchestra (PWO) celebrates its 25th anniversary, the ensemble stands as one of Singapore’s longest-running and most vibrant wind orchestras,... 
by Editor | Oct 28, 2025 | Stories |
Symphonic Sounds 2025 marks a significant milestone for the Singapore Wind Symphony (SWS) as it features the SWS Youth (SWSY) alongside its main ensemble for the very first time. For Music Director Daniel Yiau, this collaboration is a natural evolution of the... 
by Editor | Oct 26, 2025 | Stories |
Novo Winds, a Singapore-based wind ensemble, proudly clinched the Gold Award at the 2025 Beijing International Wind Music Carnival, hosted by the China Association for Symphonic Bands and Ensembles (CASBE). The band was also honoured as the closing act for the... 
by Editor | Sep 16, 2025 | Stories |
The President’s Young Performers Concert has long been a stage where Singapore’s finest young musicians step into the spotlight with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. This year, three distinctive voices – saxophonist Dante Tan, harpist Renee Yadav, and... 
by Editor | Sep 8, 2025 | Interviews |
Viskamol Chaiwanichsiri (b.1995) is a Thai composer, conductor, and music educator known internationally for blending traditional Thai soundscapes with contemporary styles, establishing him as a leading figure among emerging Asian composers. His works have been... 
by Editor | Sep 6, 2025 | Stories |
When I look back on 20 years of Band Fusion, it almost feels surreal how something that began so small has grown into such a big part of my life. Back in 2005, social media didn’t exist the way it does today. If we wanted to promote a school band concert, it was word... 