Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO) resumes sectionals (small group) rehearsals today. 19 musicians from the strings sections, namely Gaohu, Erhu, Zhonghu, Cello and Double bass, and SCO Music Director Tsung Yeh made their way back to the SCO concert hall and practice hall for their sectional rehearsals. This is after a 91-day hiatus, since the start of COVID-19 Circuit Breaker on 6 April 2020.

SCO Executive Director Terence Ho said, “Many arts groups and organisations release digital concert series and innovative online content series during this pandemic, to lift the spirits of Singaporeans. During this critical period, many artistes, arts groups and arts practitioners fought strong and hard, and they also took the time to reflect deeply, in pursuit of excellence and growth. I believe that we will definitely triumph and over overcome this pandemic. We will seize the opportunities that are available even after we emerge from the pandemic!”

SCO Music Director Tsung Yeh shared, “I am ecstatic that we are finally back home in the SCO Concert Hall, after being away for three months! In the following weeks, the orchestra will be working hard to prepare for three upcoming concert programmes which will be broadcasted online. We cannot wait to bring you our new music through online platforms – prepare to let us soothe your soul and give you strength as we build a vibrant, healthy and happy Singapore!”

In conjunction with this special day, Singapore Chinese Orchestra also launched their first blog post titled “COVID-19 Phase 2: Lights on! Singapore Chinese Orchestra back to rehearsal after 91 days” on their website, documenting moments of musicians excited to head back to work at Singapore Conference Hall. Works written by staff, musicians and also Friends of SCO will also be featured in the coming months.

Please click here to view our first blog post.

With sectional practices and rehearsals resuming from this week onwards, Singapore Chinese Orchestra is geared up to start preparations for our upcoming programmes in August and September 2020.

Here’s the list of programmes which everyone can look forward to:

1. SCO Digital Chamber Concert

Conducted by SCO’s Music Director Tsung Yeh, Singapore Chinese Orchestra will be rolling out 2 digital chamber concerts on SISTIC LIVE, in August and September 2020. You can purchase an e-ticket soon and catch our digital concert at the comfort of your home. Stay tuned for more updates!

2. Singapore Chinese Orchestra presents National Day Concert

Conducted by SCO’s Resident Conductor Quek Ling Kiong, the Singapore Chinese Orchestra will be performing many familiar National Day tunes, for the nation’s special 55^th birthday. This will be released digitally. Stay tuned as we release more updates!

3. #SCOCares Caring Series recording for Tan Chin Tuan Foundation beneficiaries

We are delivering love to various Tan Chin Tuan Foundation beneficiaries all around Singapore! Conducted by SCO’s Assistant Conductor Moses Gay, Singapore Chinese Orchestra will be recording music videos for residents in homes, hospitals and hospices.

Do keep a look out for more exciting programmes, more updates will be given closer to date.