Kris Foundation Viola Masterclass: Sangjin Kim
2024-10-01 19:30 - 21:00 (Asia/Singapore) | Conservatory Orchestra Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
Distinguished violist Sangjin Kim conducts a masterclass, working with YST students to refine their musical performance. The session is open to the public to attend and observe, offering the opportunity to experience the professional expertise of veteran artists as well as the learning process of young musicians up close.
Described as “a poised, appealing performer with rock-solid technique, warm, powerful, variable tone and a simple direct expressiveness” (Strings Magazine), Sangjin is a winner of several international solo and chamber music competitions and tours the United States, Europe, and Asia in more than 70 performances a year.
A former member of the International Sejong Soloists and Kumho Asiana String Quartet, Mr. Kim is frequently featured as a soloist with major symphony orchestras in Korea. He is a founding member of the vibrant M.I.K. Ensemble, celebrated as one of the leading quartets in the classical music scene. Upon receiving the Presidential Award in 2001, one of the highest civilian awards in Korea, he was subsequently designated an Ambassador of Culture in honour of his achievements.
Supported by the Kris Foundation Viola Masterclass Fund.

PROGRAMME
YORK BOWENViola Sonata No. 1 Op. 18I. Allegro Moderato
CHER ZHI XIAN TIMOTHY, violaLIU JIA, piano
REBECCA CLARKEViola SonataI. Impetuoso
YU YANG (BMus2), violaLIU JIA, piano
ARNOLD BAXViola SonataI. Molto moderato-Allegro
PAO YU-LIN (BMus3), violaLIU JIA, piano
TICKETING INFORMATION
Admission is free and on a first-come, first-served basis. Out of respect for the participants and other spectators, no children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission.
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Don’t miss Sangjin Kim’s recital:
– Kris Foundation Viola Recital: Sangjin Kim (4 Oct)

Wednesday Noon Recital
2024-10-02 12:10 - 13:00 | Conservatory Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, 117376, Singapore
Our Wednesday Noon Recital series presents Conservatory students with a platform to perform before their peers and the general public. These weekly recitals feature a variety of solo and ensemble performances across different majors.
PROGRAMME
JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACHPartita in G major, BWV829I. PreambulumII. AllemandeIII. CorrenteIV. SarabandeV. Tempo di MinuettoVI. PassepiedVII. Gigue
PANYAKORN LERTNIMITPHAN (BMus4), piano
GABRIEL FAURÉLe roses d’IspahanPie Jesu

ZHOU WENYUE (BMus2), sopranoCHERYN PANDORA (BMus4), piano

GAETANO DONIZETTI
Oboe Sonata in F major, A 504I. AndanteII. Allegro
NG WEI XIANG (BMus4), oboeMATTHEW MAK, piano
CHARLES MARTIN LOEFFLER2 RhapsodiesI. L’étang
NG WEI XIANG (BMus4), oboeLEE WEI-FAN (BMus4), violaSOH WEI QI (BMus4), piano
STEVEN VERHELSTL’Artistas – Trombone Duet
HUANG SHAO-WEI (BMus3), tromboneLOW KIM VEN (BMus2), trombone
TICKETING INFORMATIONAdmission is free and on a first-come, first-served basis. Out of respect for the participants and other spectators, no children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission.Subscribe to YST’s mailing list here.

Kris Foundation Viola Recital: Sangjin Kim
2024-10-04 19:30 - 21:30 | YST Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
It’s a vivid celebration of violas as critically acclaimed violist Sangjin Kim collaborates with YST students to perform a diverse programme – from well-loved classics to fascinating arrangements and original compositions by Sangjin himself.
Described as “a poised, appealing performer with rock-solid technique, warm, powerful, variable tone and a simple direct expressiveness” (Strings Magazine), Sangjin is a winner of several international solo and chamber music competitions and tours the United States, Europe, and Asia in more than 70 performances a year.
A former member of the International Sejong Soloists and Kumho Asiana String Quartet, Mr. Kim is frequently featured as a soloist with major symphony orchestras in Korea. He is a founding member of the vibrant M.I.K. Ensemble, celebrated as one of the leading quartets in the classical music scene. Upon receiving the Presidential Award in 2001, one of the highest civilian awards in Korea, he was subsequently designated an Ambassador of Culture in honour of his achievements.
Supported by the Kris Foundation Viola Masterclass Fund.

PROGRAMME
Sangjin Kim, Viola with YST Viola Department Liu Jia, Piano

SANGJIN KIM Fanfare for Four Violas
ROBERT SCHUMANN Adagio and Allegro, Op. 70
JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH Cello Suite No.1 in G major, BWV 1007 (for viola)
JEAN SIBELIUS Rondo in D minor for Viola and Piano, JS 162
JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACH arr. Ichiro Nodaira Chaconne from Partita No. 2 BWV 1004 for Four Violas
– INTERMISSION –
SANGJIN KIM Romance for Viola and Piano
NICCOLÒ PAGANINI Guitar Quartet No. 15, MS 42 (for viola and piano)

TICKETING INFORMATION
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Out of respect for the participants and other spectators, no children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission.
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Don’t miss Sangjin Kim’s masterclass with YST viola students: – Kris Foundation Viola Masterclass: Sangjin Kim (1 Oct)

Wednesday Noon Recital
2024-10-09 12:10 - 13:00 | Conservatory Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, 117376, Singapore
Our Wednesday Noon Recital series presents Conservatory students with a platform to perform before their peers and the general public. These weekly recitals feature a variety of solo and ensemble performances across different majors.
PROGRAMME
GABRIEL FAURÉImpromptu No.6, Op.86
VANESSA JAZZY WAHYUDY IRWANTO (BMus3), harp
JOHANNES BRAHMSPiano Quartet No.3, Op.60III. Andante
TEO WEI EN REINA (BMus4), violin HUANG YI (BMus4), violaZHU ZEYU (BMus4), cello LIU JIA, piano
SERGEY PROKOFIEVSinfonia Concertante, Op.125I. Andante
SHERZOD BAKHTIYOROV (BMus3), celloCHERIE KHOR, piano
MICHELE MANGANISonata for Clarinet and PianoI. Allegro tristementeII. Andante dolcemente
ZHENG SHANXI (BMus4), clarinetEDENIA MAUREEN (BMus4), piano
JEAN SIBELIUSViolin Concerto, Op.47I. Allegro moderato
TSAO WEI-CHUN (BMus3), violinGE XIAOZHE, piano
TICKETING INFORMATIONAdmission is free and on a first-come, first-served basis. Out of respect for the participants and other spectators, no children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission.Subscribe to YST’s mailing list here.

Chamber Music Evening
2024-10-10 19:30 - 21:30 | YST Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
Join YST students for an evening of mixed chamber performances and close ensemble collaboration.
PROGRAMME
ROBERT SCHUMANNMärchenerzählungen Op.132I. Lebhaft, nicht zu schnellII. Lebhaft und sehr markirt
ZHENG SHANXI (BMus4), clarinetPAO YU-LIN (BMus3), violaCHAKRIT KHANONVEJ (BMus3), piano
DIMITRI SHOSTAKOVICHPiano Trio No.2 in E minor Op.67I. Andante
PENG YIYANG (BMus2), violinWU ZUHUI (BMus3), celloCHEN BO-YU (BMus2), piano
JOHANNES BRAHMSClarinet Quintet in B minor Op.115I. Allegro
CHUA JAY ROON (BMus3), clarinetCHEN SHU-YU (BMus2), violinZHAO TONGZHOU (BMus2), violinXIAO LEI (BMus3), violaLIU YUBIN (BMus2), cello
CLAUDE DEBUSSYSonata for flute, viola and harpI. Pastorale. Lento, dolce rubatoII. Interlude. Tempo di MinuettoIII. Final. Allegro moderato ma risoluto
WENG YI-CHIAN (BMus4), fluteHUANG YI (BMus4), violaVANESSA JAZZY WAHYUDY IRWANTO (BMus3), harp

– 15 minutes intermission –

WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZARTPiano Quartet in Eb major K493I. Allegro
RENEE TOH (BMus3), violinXIAO LEI (BMus3), violaWU ZUHUI (BMus3), celloMI MAW LI AWNG (BMus2), piano
DARIUS MILHAUDSuite for clarinet, violin and pianoI. Ouverture. Vif et gaiII. Divertissement. AniméIII. Jeu. VifIV. Introduction et final. Modéré
MA YI-TING (BMus4), clarinetKUO FANG-CHEN (BMus3), violinLIN SHIH-EN (BMus2), piano
BEDŘICH SMETANAPiano Trio in G minor Op.15I. Moderato assai
XU ZHUORUI (BMus2), violinWANG JIAYE (BMus2), celloKUO LYU-CEN (BMus2), piano
TICKETING INFORMATIONAdmission is free and on a first-come, first-served basis. Out of respect for the participants and other spectators, no children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission.Subscribe to YST’s mailing list here.

OpusNovus: Threes & Fives
2024-10-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Conservatory Orchestra Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
Immerse yourself in the innovative world of contemporary music with OpusNovus’ second concert, “Threes & Fives.” The evening begins with Heiner Goebbels’ Herakles 2, a powerful work inspired by the mythological hero. György Ligeti’s Horn Trio, a masterpiece of the 20th century, will mesmerize with its complex harmonies and structures. Chin Ting Chan’s Fuse II will captivate with its intricate interplay of textures and rhythms.Sofia Gubaidulina’s String Trio follows, showcasing her unique spiritual and sonic explorations. The concert concludes with Mikel Urquiza’s Ars memoriae, a fascinating work that blends memory and melody. Join us for a night of exceptional performances and groundbreaking compositions at YST Orchestra Hall.

PROGRAMME
HEINER GOEBBELS Herakles 2
GAO XIAOXUAN (BMus3), french hornCHOU HSIN-YU (BMus3), trumpetRAVIT LEELASIRI (BMus3), trumpetHUANG SHAO-WEI (BMus3), tromboneYANG JUNXIANG (BMus3), tubaLAI JO-WEI (BMus3), percussionKOAY LOONG CHUEN (BMus3), electronics
GYÖRGY LIGETI Horn Trio
GAO XIAOXUAN (BMus3), french hornLIM ZHUO RUI DARRELL (BMus3), pianoTSAO WEI-CHUN (BMus3), violin
CHIN TING CHAN Fuse II
YANG JINLIANG (BMus3), clarinetHUANG SHAO-WEI (BMus3), tromboneYANG JUNXIANG (BMus3), tubaLAI JO-WEI (BMus3), percussionLIU WEI-JIA (BMus3), viola
SOFIA GUBAIDULINA String Trio
RENEE TOH (BMus3), violinTSAO WEI-CHUN (BMus3), violinLIU WEI-JIA (BMus3), violaXIAO LEI (BMus3), violaLIU YOU-YU (BMus3), celloWU ZUHUI (BMus3), cello
MIKEL URQUIZA Ars memoriae
WENG YI-CHIAN, (BMus4), fluteYANG JINLIANG (BMus3), clarinetLIM ZHUO RUI DARRELL (BMus3), pianoXIAO LEI (BMus3), violaWU ZUHUI (BMus3), cello
TICKETING INFORMATION
Admission is free and on a first-come, first-served basis. Out of respect for the participants and other spectators, no children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission.
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Soundbites: Chamber
2024-10-14 12:15 - 13:15 | Conservatory Orchestra Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
Our Soundbites series offers Conservatory students the opportunity to programme their own concerts and showcase their unique musical interests and artistic expertise.
PROGRAMME

KARL PILßSerenade in G major for wind quintet I. Heiter bewegtII. Ruhig
OH SEONYOUNG (BMus2), fluteGRACE TAN SEE VON, oboe HAYDEN CHUNG-HEI BUTT (BMus2), clarinet LIU JIAYU (BMus2), bassoonLAU EN QI CHLOE (BMus2), horn
DIMITRI SHOSTAKOVICHCello Sonata in D minor Op.40 I. Allegro non troppoII. Allegro
SHERZOD BAKHTIYOROV (BMus3), cello MI MAW LI AWNG (BMus2), piano
JOHANNES BRAHMSTrio in A minor Op.114 for clarinet, cello and piano I. AllegroII. Adagio
MA YI-TING (BMus4), clarinetCHANG JIA-YUN (BMus3), celloPANYAKORN LERTNIMITPHAN (BMus4), piano
LEOŠ JANÁČEKMládí (Youth) for wind sextet I. AllegroII. Andante sostenuto
KELSEY TAN YU XI (BMus3), flute QUEK JUN RUI, oboeCHUA JAY ROON (BMus3), clarinet DOMINIC KOH (BMus2), bass clarinet LIU JIAYU (BMus2), bassoonGAO XIAOXUAN (BMus3), horn

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LILY – An Opera on Dementia (Preview Night)
2024-10-15 19:30 - 21:00 | University Cultural Centre, NUS University Cultural Centre, 50 Kent Ridge Crescent, 119279, Singapore
What is it like to live with dementia? LILY explores the connection between music and dementia, initiated by vocal pedagogue and soprano Dr Wong Su Sun (who plays the title role of Lily), in collaboration with composer Assoc Prof Chen Zhangyi.The evening features the world premiere of the full opera Losing Lily, with libretto by playwright Jean Tay. Directed by theatre veteran Nora Samosir, the opera unfolds a poignant story of the human mind –from brushes with forgetfulness in early onset dementia, to heart-wrenching moments of not recognising loved ones. Along with Dr Wong (Lily), tenor Jonathan Charles Tay plays her son and mezzo-soprano Cindy Honanta appears as the caregiver. The trio of singers will be supported by musicians from the YST Conservatory, led by conductor Chong Wailun. The performance will also include a screening of the docu-opera A Day A Lily, written and produced by Jack Lin and The Floating Folks. The narrative of a fictional opera singer who begins to lose her mind is interlaced with interviews from persons living with dementia, medical experts, social workers, carers, as well as the creatives’ process of making the docu-opera.Join us for this special premiere and screening, offering a rich exploration of life with this condition.
View the programme notes for LILY here.
This event is supported by National Arts Council and the Tote Board Arts Fund.

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LILY – An Opera on Dementia
2024-10-16 19:30 - 21:00 | University Cultural Centre, NUS University Cultural Centre, 50 Kent Ridge Crescent, 119279, Singapore

Viennese Waltz – Gernot Winischhofer & Albert Tiu Recital
2024-10-17 19:30 - 21:00 | Conservatory Orchestra Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
Let Austrian violinist Gernot Winischhofer and YST Head of Piano Studies Prof Albert Tiu sweep you off your feet in an evening of waltzes and other dances!
PROGRAMME
FRANZ SCHUBERTSonata in A major, Op.162, D.574I. AllegroII. Scherzo – PrestoIII. AndantinoIV. Allegro vivace
JOHANNES BRAHMSScherzo (Sonatenstz)
-Intermission-
ALEXANDER VON ZEMLINSKYSerenade in A majorI. MäßigII. Langsam, mit großem AusdruckIII. Sehr schnell und leichtIV. Mäßiges WalzertempoV. Schnell
FRITZ KREISLERCaprice Viennois, Op.2
PABLO DE SARASATERomanza Andaluza, Op.22, Jota Aragonesa, Op.27
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Ones to Watch Series: Concerto Prizewinner Showcase – Spades of Fate
2024-10-18 19:30 - 21:00 | YST Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
“This is Fate, the fatal power that hinders one in the pursuit of happiness from gaining the goal… There is nothing to do but to submit.” – Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
The concept of ‘fate’ pervades numerous cultures and appears in countless tales. Despite varied guises and names, at its core, ‘fate’ ultimately represents an inescapable force that presides over human lives; an elusive yet powerful shadow that humans battle, confront, or yield to. Through fortuities and misfortunes, we reckon with lives’ twists and turns.
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky and Sergei Rachmaninoff shared a certain fixation on ‘fate’. While Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 was the composer’s most rhetorically overt exploration on the topic, the Dies Irae (Day of Wrath) motif – and its existential subtext – permeates the ethos of numerous Rachmaninoff works, including his Piano Concerto No. 1 and Vocalise.
Perhaps artistic expression entices as an illusory chasm between ‘fate’ and ‘free will’; through art, we have the power to excavate various permutations, to suspend realities’ relentless trudging, to dig up our own endings. Come join us in this concert featuring the YST Orchestral Institute, as well as YST Concerto Competition prizewinner pianist Edenia Maureen (BMus4).
Supported by the Shaw Foundation Ones to Watch series.

PROGRAMME
Orchestral Institute (Musicians List)with Jason Lai, Conductor Edenia Maureen (BMus4), Piano

SERGEI RACHMANINOFF Vocalise, Op. 34, No. 14featuring Huang Yi (BMus4), viola
Piano Concerto No. 1 in F# Minor, Op. 1 (1917 Final Version)
– INTERMISSION –
PYOTR ILYICH TCHAIKOVSKY Symphony No. 4 in F Minor, Op. 36

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Song Festival: On This Island – Vocal Works of Britten & Poulenc
2024-10-19 19:30 - 21:00 | YST Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
YST Faculty Alan Bennett (tenor), Albert Tiu (piano), Tan See Huey (soprano), Abigail Sin (piano) and Priscilla Fong (mezzo-soprano) perform in this faculty recital as part of the Song Festival: The Voices of France & England.

PROGRAMME
Alan Bennett, TenorAlbert Tiu, PianoTan See Huey, SopranoAbigail Sin, PianoPriscilla Fong, Mezzo-soprano

BENJAMIN BRITTEN
On This Island, Opus 11 Let the florid music praiseNow the leaves are falling fastSeascapeNocturneAs it is, plenty
Canticle II: Abraham and Isaac, Opus 51
From Folksong Arrangements, Volume 5, British IslesThe Brisk Young WidowSally in our AlleyThe Lincolnshire PoacherEarly one Morning
– 15 minutes intermission –FRANCIS POULENCTrois poèmes de Louise de Vilmorin, FP. 91 Le Garçon de LiègeAu-delàAux officiers de la garde blanche
Trois Poèmes de Louise Lalanne, FP. 57Le PrésentChansonHier
La Dame de Monte Carlo, FP. 180
Tel Jour Telle NuitBonne journéeUne ruine coquille videLe front comme un drapeau perduUne roulette couverte en tuilesA toutes brideUne herbe pauvreJe n’ai envi que de t’aimerFigure force brûlante et faroucheNous avons fait la nuit

ABOUT SONG FESTIVAL: THE VOICES OF FRANCE & ENGLAND
Join members of the YST Voice and Piano Departments in this two-part song festival as we explore the unique time periods, societal and language elements which came together to contribute to pivotal flourishings of English and French vocal music.
In Part 1 this semester, we focus on the prolific contributions of Francis Poulenc and Benjamin Britten, featuring a faculty recital and guest artist Richard Stokes as our visiting teacher and scholar under the Ong Teng Cheong Professorship in Music.
In Part 2 next semester, we will explore the vast repertoire of the French baroque cantata and the genius of Henry Purcell, featuring guest artist and teacher Mark Tucker in collaboration with YST Ensemble-in-Residence Red Dot Baroque, led by Alan Choo.

TICKETING INFORMATION
Tickets at $5-10 via yst.eventbrite.com.
Out of respect for the participants and other spectators, no children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission.
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Don’t miss other events happening as part of the Song Festival: – Richard Stokes Voice Masterclass (21 Oct) – Voice Discovery with Richard Stokes (22 Oct) – Cantiamo – Poulenc & Britten (25 Oct)

Song Festival: Richard Stokes Voice Masterclass
2024-10-21 15:00 - 16:30 | YST Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
Guest artist Richard Stokes conducts a voice masterclass, working with YST students to refine their musical performance under the Ong Teng Cheong Professorship in Music. The session is open to the public to attend and observe, offering the opportunity to experience the professional expertise of veteran artists as well as the learning process of young musicians up close.
This masterclass is part of the Song Festival: The Voices of France & England.
Learn more about Richard Stokes here.

PROGRAMME
FRANCIS POULENC
From Airs Chantés:Air RomantiqueAir Grave
Kira Lim, sopranoChakrit Khanonvej, piano

BENJAMIN BRITTEN
From Seven Sonnets of Michelangelo:Sonetto XXX, “Veggio co’ bei”Sonetto XXIV, “Spirto ben nato”
Kim Oh-Yeon, tenorPanyakorn Lertnimitphan, piano

From A Charm of Lullabies:A CharmCradle Song
Samiksha Argal, mezzo-sopranoChoi Hye-Seon, piano

FRANCIS POULENC
From Chanson Gaillardes:

La Maîtresse Volage
Chanson a boire

Jason Suryaatmaja, baritoneVernis Chua, piano

From La Courte Paille:

Le sommeil
Ba, Be, Bi, Bo, Bu

Kateryna Fedorova, sopranoChiu Pin-Hsin, piano

ABOUT SONG FESTIVAL: THE VOICES OF FRANCE & ENGLAND
Join members of the YST Voice and Piano Departments in this two-part song festival as we explore the unique time periods, societal and language elements which came together to contribute to pivotal flourishings of English and French vocal music.
In Part 1 this semester, we focus on the prolific contributions of Francis Poulenc and Benjamin Britten, featuring a faculty recital and guest artist Richard Stokes as our visiting teacher and scholar.
In Part 2 next semester, we will explore the vast repertoire of the French baroque cantata and the genius of Henry Purcell, featuring guest artist and teacher Mark Tucker in collaboration with YST Ensemble-in-Residence Red Dot Baroque, led by Alan Choo.

TICKETING INFORMATION
Admission is free and on a first-come, first-served basis. Out of respect for the participants and other spectators, no children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission.
Subscribe to YST’s mailing list here.
Don’t miss other events happening as part of the Song Festival: – On This Island – Vocal Works of Britten & Poulenc (19 Oct) – Voice Discovery with Richard Stokes (22 Oct) – Cantiamo – Poulenc & Britten (25 Oct)

Song Festival: Voice Discovery with Richard Stokes
2024-10-22 17:00 - 18:30 | Conservatory Orchestra Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
Guest artist Richard Stokes explores the connections and currents which contributed to the works of Britten and Poulenc, under the Ong Teng Cheong Professorship in Music and as part of the Song Festival: The Voices of France & England.
Learn more about Richard Stokes here.

ABOUT SONG FESTIVAL: THE VOICES OF FRANCE & ENGLAND
Join members of the YST Voice and Piano Departments in this two-part song festival as we explore the unique time periods, societal and language elements which came together to contribute to pivotal flourishings of English and French vocal music.
In Part 1 this semester, we focus on the prolific contributions of Francis Poulenc and Benjamin Britten, featuring a faculty recital and guest artist Richard Stokes as our visiting teacher and scholar.
In Part 2 next semester, we will explore the vast repertoire of the French baroque cantata and the genius of Henry Purcell, featuring guest artist and teacher Mark Tucker in collaboration with YST Ensemble-in-Residence Red Dot Baroque, led by Alan Choo.

TICKETING INFORMATION
Admission is free and on a first-come, first-served basis. Out of respect for the participants and other spectators, no children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission.
Subscribe to YST’s mailing list here.
Don’t miss other events happening as part of the Song Festival: – On This Island – Vocal Works of Britten & Poulenc (19 Oct) – Richard Stokes Voice Masterclass (21 Oct) – Cantiamo – Poulenc & Britten (25 Oct)

Primarily Piano
2024-10-22 19:30 - 21:30 | YST Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
Students from the YST Piano Studio present a selection of masterful works from the solo piano repertoire, showcasing their technical mastery and deep artistic expression, offering a rich musical experience for everyone.
PROGRAMME
JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACHFrench Suite No.6 in E Major, BWV 817I. AllemandeII. CouranteIII. SarabandeIV. GavotteV. PolonaiseVI. BourréeVII. MenuetVIII. Gigue
WANG HE (BMus1), piano
MUZIO CLEMENTISonata in F# minor, Op.2 No.5I. Allegro con espressione
MI MAW LI AWNG (BMus2), piano
LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVENSonata in D minor, Op.31 No.2, “The Tempest”I. Largo – Allegro
LIN SHIH-EN (BMus2), piano
SERGEI RACHMANINOVEtude-tableau in A minor, Op.39 No.6
XIAN RUOFEI (YAP)
LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVENSonata in D major, Op.28, “Pastoral”I. Allegro
PANYAKORN LERTNIMITPHAN (BMus4), piano
FRÉDÉRIC CHOPINScherzo No.2 in B-flat minor, Op.31
GOH KAI CHENG (BMus1), piano
SERGEI RACHMANINOVVariations on a Theme of Corelli, Op.42
JIANG QIFAN (BMus1), piano
– 10 minutes intermission –
JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACHPartita No.2 in C minor, BWV 826I. SinfoniaII. Allemande
KUO LYU-CEN (BMus2), piano
LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVENSonata in F minor, Op.57, “Appassionata”I. Allegro assai
LIANG RAY-HENG (BMus4), piano
AARON COPLANDPiano Variations (1930)
LIN SIN-YUE (BMus2), piano
JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACHFantasy and Fugue in A minor, BWV 944
EDENIA MAUREEN (BMus4), piano
JOHANNES BRAHMSRhapsody in E-flat major, Op.119 No.4
CHAI ZI QING (BMus3), piano
FRÉDÉRIC CHOPINPreludes, Op.28I. C majorII. A minorIII. G majorIV. E minorV. D majorVI. B minorVII. A majorVIII. F# minor
XIE LINGFEI (B.Mus 2)
SERGEI RACHMANINOVPrelude in D-flat major, Op.32 No.13
WANG CHIEN-JOU (B.Mus 4)

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Wednesday Noon Recital
2024-10-23 12:10 - 13:00 | Conservatory Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, 117376, Singapore
Our Wednesday Noon Recital series presents Conservatory students with a platform to perform before their peers and the general public. These weekly recitals feature a variety of solo and ensemble performances across different majors.
PROGRAMME
DAVE HALLEscape Velocity
CHEN YI-CHUNG (BMus4), percussionKUO YAN-SHIN (BMus2), percussionLAI JO-WEI (BMus3), percussionEVELYN KUO CHAN (BMus2), percussion
JOHN PSATHASKyoto
ADAM SHARAWI BIN AMIN HUSSAINI (BMus4), percussionJEREMY NG CHUAN KAI (BMus4), percussionISABEL CHIN CHUN En (BMus2), percussionCHEN YI-CHUNG (BMus4), percussionKUO YAN-SHIN (BMus2), percussion
MICHAEL BURRITTSweet Dreams and Time Machines
KUO YAN-SHIN (BMus2), percussionEVELYN KUO CHAN (BMus2), percussion
SERGEI RACHMANINOFF10 Preludes, Op.23IV. Andante cantabileV. Alla marciaSERGEI RACHMANINOFF13 Preludes, Op.32XII. Allegro
LIM ZHUO RUI DARRELL (BMus3), piano
FRANZ SCHUBERTArpeggione Sonata, D.821I. Allegro moderato
LIU YOU-YU (BMus3), celloLIU JIA, piano
LUDWIG VAN BEETHOVENAn die ferne Geliebte
PARK MINJUN (BMus3), tenorLIM ZHUO RUI DARRELL (BMus3), piano
NIKOLAY TCHEREPNIN6 Horn Quartets, Op.35I. Nocturne
CONSUELO VELAZQUEZ (arr. ARTURO PANTALEÓN/GABRIEL SOTO)Besame mucho
YEN SHIH-HSIN (BMus3), french hornGAO XIAOXUAN (BMus3), french hornKALIA DIANE CRAIG (BMus4), french hornHARSHARON KAUR (BMus2), french horn
TICKETING INFORMATIONAdmission is free and on a first-come, first-served basis. Out of respect for the participants and other spectators, no children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission.Subscribe to YST’s mailing list here.

Amalgamations – An Evening of New Music
2024-10-23 19:30 - 21:00 | Conservatory Orchestra Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
Join us for an evening of fresh sounds and musical approaches, featuring new works by YST faculty composers.
PROGRAMME
PETER EDWARDSRe
CAROLINE RAISER, fluteYANG SHUXIANG, violinJONATHAN SHIN, piano
CHEN ZHANGYIAs it is
HIBIKI OTOMO (BMus4), contrabass
JONATHAN SHINLunarebesque
SIMON LEE JUN HAO, oboeJONATHAN SHIN, piano
TAN YUTINGnightwalk
YANG SHUXIANG, violinSYU CHENG-YI (BMus2), violinOH HAN LING, violaLESLIE TAN, cello
HO CHEE KONGTembusu Evenings
CHO HANG OH, cello
ADELINE WONGMontage
CHONG WAI LUN, conductorSAMUEL ARMSTRONG, tromboneHUANG SHAO-WEI (BMus3), tromboneWANG WEI, bass tromboneBRETT STEMPLE, tubaTEERAYUT TUPMONGKOL (BMus4), tubaYANG SHUXIANG, violinSYU CHENG-YI (BMus2), violinOH HAN LING, violaLESLIE TAN, celloJONATHAN SHIN, piano
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Song Festival: Cantiamo – Poulenc & Britten
2024-10-25 19:30 - 21:00 | YST Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
YST Voice and Piano majors present vocal selections by Francis Poulenc and Benjamin Britten, as part the Song Festival: The Voices of France & England.

ABOUT SONG FESTIVAL: THE VOICES OF FRANCE & ENGLAND
Join members of the YST Voice and Piano Departments in this two-part song festival as we explore the unique time periods, societal and language elements which came together to contribute to pivotal flourishings of English and French vocal music.
In Part 1 this semester, we focus on the prolific contributions of Francis Poulenc and Benjamin Britten, featuring a faculty recital and guest artist Richard Stokes as our visiting teacher and scholar under the Ong Teng Cheong Professorship in Music.
In Part 2 next semester, we will explore the vast repertoire of the French baroque cantata and the genius of Henry Purcell, featuring guest artist and teacher Mark Tucker in collaboration with YST Ensemble-in-Residence Red Dot Baroque, led by Alan Choo.

PROGRAMME
Our programme this evening will include works from the following pieces and collections:
BENJAMIN BRITTENFour Burns SongsA Charm of LullabiesMichelangelo LiederFolksongs
FRANCIS POULENCLa Courte PailleAirs ChantésBanalitésDeux poems de Louis AragonChansons Gaillardes

VOICEJonathan SantosoKateryna FedorovaJang Jhih-HaoJason SuryaatmajaSamiksha ArgalLing RyanZhang ChuhanHung Ruo-ChingKira LimPark MinjunStephanie JoshvinZhou WenyueKim Oh-Yeon
PIANOChen Xing-ChiChiu Pin-HsinChoi Hye-Seon (faculty)Vernis ChuaMaureen EdeniaGoh Kai ChengWang HeJiang QifanChakrit KhanonvejDarrell LimBeatrice Lin (faculty)Cheryn PandoraPanyakorn Lertnimitphan

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Don’t miss other events happening as part of the Song Festival: – On This Island – Vocal Works of Britten & Poulenc (19 Oct) – Richard Stokes Voice Masterclass (21 Oct) – Voice Discovery with Richard Stokes (22 Oct)

Play It By Ear – Improvisation Workshops & Concert
2024-10-26 00:00 - 23:59 | Various Venues, Singapore
Join us for a day of improvisation workshops closing with an evening concert, presenting improvisation in its diverse forms and possibilities – from 18th-century partimento to concerto cadenzas, jazz music to soundpainting.
View the event schedule below and RSVP via this form to attend.
EVENT SCHEDULE
Workshops10.00 – 11.15am: Voices in Your Mind – Improvisation Techniques of the 18th Century | Instructor: Prof Karst De Jong | Orchestra HallThis is a workshop about improvisation in the 18th century, inspired by the Italian Partimento tradition. In this tradition, students were taught without scores to learn the harmonic and contrapuntal patterns that underlie the great tonal music of the time, and that has continued to influence and inspire composers ever since. We will play with an ensemble and explore the beautiful possibilities that emerge from the elegant and seemingly simple concepts of Partimento.
11.15am – 12.30pm:Introduction to Improvising for Strings | Instructor: David Loke | Orchestra HallOpen to string players of all levels, this session offers a fun and educational environment to explore the art of improvisation. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, you’ll discover new ways to express yourself and enhance your performance skills. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to unlock your creativity with instructor guidance, and feel free to ask for tips and tricks on any string-specific techniques that you might have questions about!
Brass Unleashed – Improvisation and Creativity through Method Book Mastery | Instructor: Marques Young | Ensemble Room 1The workshop aims to demonstrate how improvisation techniques can be effectively acquired and refined through the use of method books for brass. The class will centre around a curated selection of scales featured in a collection of etude books, providing practical insights into practicing various modes. Additionally, the workshop will spotlight melodic patterns that prove beneficial for transposition and ear training. Overall, participants will learn to enhance their skills by learning the instrument’s tendencies and sonic movements, ultimately improving their overall musical proficiency
12.30 – 1.30pm: Lunch Break (bentos are provided with RSVP on the form before 22 Oct).
1.30 – 3.00pm:Beyond the Written Score – Navigating Ensemble Performance Dynamics through Jazz Improvisation Techniques | Instructor: Litmus Jazz Ensemble | Orchestra HallGo beyond the written score with this workshop focused on the art of jazz improvisation and its role in ensemble performance. Through practical exercises, you’ll learn to adapt to the dynamics of group play and refine your skills. Ideal for musicians eager to deepen their understanding of collaborative music-making, ‘Beyond the Written Score’ by Litmus Jazz offers an alternative journey into creative expression.
3.00 – 4.15pm:Declassifying Music – Making Games of It All | Instructor: Jonathan Shin and David Loke | Orchestra HallYou’ve learnt the classic works of the old masters – now, pick them apart and recreate them in your imagination. In this workshop, we will get closer to the composer’s mind as we approach familiar works with new ears and a no-holds-barred inclination for modification; learn new techniques to break the rules. Remember: just because you can, you absolutely should (to a certain extent). Open to all experiences – scores recommended!
4.30 – 5.45pm:Soundpainting – Unlock Your Creativity | Instructor: Timothy O’Dwyer | Orchestra HallSoundpainting is a multidisciplinary sign language for live composition invented by Walter Thompson 50 years ago. In this workshop, you will be introduced to the basic hand signals and contribute to a live group improvisation.

Concert7.30pm: Closing Concert | Orchestra HallThis closing concert will present improvised works in diverse styles, ranging from jazz influenced to classical and contemporary. Look for some nice pieces by the large ‘Play by Ear’ ensemble, a duet for two pianos by Karst de Jong and Jonathan Shin, and contemporary work for mixed instrumental combinations. For the first time, we will also present YST students on stage to perform alongside Jonathan Shin.Featuring:MARQUES YOUNG, tromboneANDREAS MARINELLO, saxophoneTIM O’DWYER, saxophoneTONY MAKAROME, double bassCHRISTIAN BORRES, percussionKARST DE JONG, pianoJONATHAN SHIN, piano

TICKETING INFORMATIONAdmission is free. Register via this form to attend.Subscribe to YST’s mailing list here.

Soundbites: Schumann and Brahms
2024-10-28 12:15 - 13:00 | Conservatory Orchestra Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
Our Soundbites series offers Conservatory students the opportunity to programme their own concerts and showcase their unique musical interests and artistic expertise.

PROGRAMME
CAO HUIYING (BMus4), celloLIU JIA, piano
ROBERT SCHUMANNFive Pieces in Folk Style Op. 102I. Vanitas vanitatum: Mit Humor (With humour)II. Langsam (Slow)III. Nicht schnell, mit viel Ton zu spielen (Not quick, played with much tone)IV. Nicht zu rasch (Not too fast)V. Stark und markiert (Strong and marked)
JOHANNES BRAHMSCello Sonata No.2 in F Major, Op.99I. Allegro vivaceII. Adagio affettuosoIII. Allegro passionatoIV. Allegro molto

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Dance with the Four – T'ang Quartet, Albert Tiu & Ning An Faculty Recital
2024-10-29 19:30 - 21:00 | YST Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
PROGRAMME
DMITRI SHOSTAKOVICHPiano Quintet In G Minor, Op. 57I. Prelude. LentoII. Fugue. AdagioIII. Scherzo. AllegrettoIV. Intermezzo. LentoV. Finale. Allegretto
ASSOC PROF NING AN, pianoASSOC PROF ZHANG MANCHIN, violaT’ANG QUARTET, Ensemble-in-Residence
ASTOR PIAZZOLLA (arr. ALBERT TIU)Fuga y MysterioSoledadConcierto para quintetoOblivionLa Muerte del AngelLe Grand Tango
PROF ALBERT TIU, pianoHUANG YI (BMus4), violaT’ANG QUARTET, Ensemble-in-Residence
The dance floor awaits! Ensemble-in-Residence T’ang Quartet, Head of Piano Studies Prof Albert Tiu and Assoc Prof in Piano Ning An perform piano quintet by Dimitri Shostakovich and fresh arrangements of Astor Piazzolla’s edgy tangos.TICKETING INFORMATIONTickets at $5-10 via yst.eventbrite.com. Out of respect for the participants and other spectators, no children under 6 years of age will be allowed admission.Subscribe to YST’s mailing list here.

Wednesday Noon Recital
2024-10-30 12:10 - 13:00 | Conservatory Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, 117376, Singapore
Our Wednesday Noon Recital series presents Conservatory students with a platform to perform before their peers and the general public. These weekly recitals feature a variety of solo and ensemble performances across different majors.
PROGRAMME
IMPROVISED SUITE OF PIECESTravels
CHANG CHANG-YEN (MMus1), violinFENG JIALE (MMus1), violinZHONG YIFAN (MMus1), violinSHERZOD BAKHTIYOROV (BMus3), celloNEO JIE NING (BMus3), pianoLIM JUN YI (BMus2), tubaDOMINIC KOH (BMus2), clarinet
JOHANN SEBASTIAN BACHSonata for Solo Violin No. 2, BWV 1003I. GraveII. Fugue
SYU CHENG-YI (BMus2), violin
PYOTR TCHAIKOVSKYPezzo capriccioso, Op.62
CHUA YI JUN EUGENE (BMus4), celloBEATRICE LIN, piano
FELIX MENDELSSHONConcert Piece No.2, Op.114I. PrestoII. AndanteIII. Allegretto grazioso
YANG JINLIANG (BMus3), clarinetHAYDEN CHUNG-HEI BUTT (BMus2), clarinetLIU WEI-JIA (BMus3), piano
FRANK BRIDGEFour Pieces for Cello and PianoI. Berceuse II. Cradle Song III. Elegie IV. Serenade
CHANG JIA-YUN (BMus3), celloLIU JIA, piano
DIMITRI SHOSTAKOVICH (arr. CALEB HUDSON)Festive Overture – Trumpet Ensemble
YST TRUMPET STUDIO
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Myong Joo Lee Piano Masterclass
2024-10-30 19:30 - 21:00 | YST Concert Hall, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, 3 Conservatory Drive, Singapore, 117376, Singapore
Distinguished pianist Myong Joo Lee conducts a masterclass, working with YST students to refine their musical performance. The session is open to the public to attend and observe, offering the opportunity to experience the professional expertise of veteran artists as well as the learning process of young musicians up close.
Learn more about Myong Joo Lee via this link.
PROGRAMME
BACHBach Partita No.2 in C minor, BWV 826SinfoniaAllemande
KUO LYU-CEN (BMus2)
BEETHOVENSonata No.17 in D minor, Op.31 No.2 “The Tempest“I. Largo – Allegro
LIN SHIH-EN (BMus2)
COPLANDPiano Variations (1930)
LIN SIN-YUE (BMus2)

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