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🌟 Eason Music School’s First Annual Student Recital – A Celebration of Musical Beginnings 🌟
Date: 14 January 2024
Venue: The Theatre Practice, Singapore
Duration: 90 Minutes
Performers: 22 students aged 5 to 18
Instruments Featured: Erhu, Guzheng, Pipa, Yangqin
🎉 A Joyful First for Eason Music School
On a radiant Sunday afternoon, something special unfolded at The Theatre Practice. Eason Music School held its first-ever student recital, bringing together 22 budding musicians for an afternoon of traditional Chinese music, heartfelt performances, and shared milestones. For many students, this was their first time performing on a professional stage. For parents and teachers, it was a proud celebration of musical growth—each bow stroke, pluck, and mallet strike resonated with months (or years) of dedication.
🎶 A Rich Tapestry of Traditional Chinese Music
The recital featured solos on the Erhu, Guzheng, Pipa, and Yangqin, capturing the vast sonic and cultural range of Chinese traditional music.
🎻 Erhu Performances
- Erin Ng Zi Rui – Jasmine (茉莉花)
- Renee Hoo Wei Xi – Little Flower Drum (小花鼓)
- Edith Ng Yuqi – A Man Of Determination (男儿当自强)
- Tan Yiren – Moonlight Of Spring River (春江花月夜)
- George Yip En Rong – Little Flower Drum (小花鼓)
- Tanya Toh Yan Xuan – Honghu Capriccio (洪湖主题随想曲)
🌊 Guzheng Highlights
- Raelyn Wee Zi Han – Nan Ni Bay (南泥湾)
- Alisa Ding Yue En – Song Of The Flying Phoenix (凤翔歌) & Gust Of Wind (刮地风)
- Hannah Anne Ong Sih Eng – Spring Sprouts (春苗) & Little Shepherd (小放牛)
- Wong Xin Yi – Drum Of The Fragrance Hill (香山射鼓)
🎼 Pipa Showcases
- Zheng Doris – Embroidered Skirt (绣罗裙)
- Joshua Yip Pingkai – Excerpt from Happy Days (欢乐的日子)
- Alessandria Teo Zhang Ci – White Snow In Bright Spring (阳春白雪)
- Emsley Poh Hwan Ki – Exercise In Allegro (快速练习)
- Tsai Enn Nor, Angelina – Lofty Mountain and Flowing Water (高山流水)
- Corlyss Wong Xiang Ting – Romance Of The Water Of Wei (渭水情)
🥁 Yangqin Gems
- Wang Sijia Amy – The Chill (凉凉)
- Hawlor Tan Borjigin – The Elephant (大象)
- Lim Rui Teng – Spring At Qing River (春到清江)
- Ng Isaac – Yellow River Capriccio (黄河随想曲)
- Paxton Chua Yuk Kit – Clouds (云端)
- Gloria Chua – Poetic Portrait Of Tianshan (天山诗画)
🌟 More Than Just Notes – A Performance Journey
Leading up to the recital, students rehearsed diligently, not just on technique but on stage presence, musical expression, and overcoming nerves. Our instructors guided them through every detail: from bowing before and after the performance, to making sure each Guzheng was perfectly tuned and every Pipa positioned just right.
“Welcome to our first-ever student recital! Get ready for an exciting afternoon as 22 brave souls showcase their musical journey. They’ll play their hearts out, sharing years (or maybe just months) of dedication. Join us to celebrate the journey, not just the destination.” – Tan Sung Wah, Managing Director
📸 Group Finale – A Snapshot of Joy
Every performance led up to this proud moment—a group photo with all the performers and teachers, holding their hard-earned certificates. The smiles say it all.
🎼 Ready to Start Your Own Musical Journey?
Whether you’re 7 or 70, new to Chinese music or picking it up again—we welcome you to be part of our growing musical family. Eason Music School offers private and group lessons in:
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