SPH Gift of Music Series - Calendar for 2013 SSO @ Gardens by the Bay Date: 9 March, 6.30pm Venue: The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay Begin the new season at one of the most stunning gardens in the world with the SSO. Under the baton of the charismatic Darrell Ang, our renowned orchestra will enchant classical music lovers amidst a lush, magical ambience. Drumming Up the Spirit Date: 22 – 24 March Venue: Esplanade Outdoor Theatre The high energy drumming skills of local percussion groups Sambiesta and Voodoo, as well as world music by Ootini!, will rev up the party spirit. Please refer to www.esplanade.com for concert timings The Philharmonic Winds @ Ang Mo Kio Date: 24 March, 7pm Venue: Ang Mo Kio Central Stage Always a joy to listen to, The Philharmonic Winds, led by conductor Andy Sim, will bring on the smiles with their lively repertoire in the heartlands. SCO Community Series Date: 6 and 7 April Venue: 6 April, Tiong Bahru Park (Time to be confirmed) 7 April, 7.45pm – Yu Hua Village (Hard court) The SCO will take centre stage for two nights with their beautiful interpretation of Chinese classics and familiar favourites. SCO Community Series Date: 27 April, 6pm Venue: Gardens by the Bay Supertree Grove A memorable evening of light classics with a stunning view of the park and cityscape, when the SCO performs here for the very first time. Sri Mahligai – Romancing the 80s Date: 5 May, 2pm and 8pm Venue: The Arts House The Singapore-based Malay music ensemble, comprising young musicians, is all set to deliver a great performance of popular Malay tunes in the 80s. Vesak Day Concert - Flipside Date: 23 – 26 May Venue: Esplanade Outdoor Theatre Enjoy the Vesak Day weekend at the Esplanade with performances by local groups at Flipside, which celebrates the lighter side of arts. Please refer to www.esplanade.com for concert timings 1 Opera in the Park by Singapore Lyric Opera Date: 15 June, 6pm Venue: Singapore Botanic Gardens Pack your picnic basket and spend a lyrical evening with us, amidst the verdant garden splendour. SCO Community Series Date: 27 and 28 July Venue: Open Field next to Buangkok MRT Station (27 Jul) Tampines West (28 Jul) Time to be confirmed Join us for a relaxing weekend of easy-listening classics and evergreens, performed by the popular orchestra. The Philharmonic Winds @ Tampines Date: 17 Aug, 7pm Venue: Open field in front of Tampines MRT Station The well-loved wind orchestra will enthral with evergreen pop songs, classical pieces and popular movie themes. SSO Classics in the Park Date: 18 Aug, 6pm Venue: Singapore Botanic Gardens Come with your family and friends, bring along your picnic baskets and indulge in relaxing sounds of music by the SSO. The Philharmonic Winds’ Music for Children Date: 6 Oct, 5pm Venue: VivoCity Amphitheatre The kids will love this Children’s Day treat: a special concert featuring the well-loved music of Disney and other animated movies. The Young Ones (featuring local Youtube and social media performers) Date: 25 – 27 October Venue: Esplanade Outdoor Theatre These talented performers could very well take the music industry by storm, so be among the first to watch them “live”! Please refer to www.esplanade.com for concert timings Kalaa Utsavam - Indian Festival of Arts Date: 15 – 24 November Venue: Esplanade In celebration of Deepavali, various Indian art forms including songs and dances will be presented over 10 days. Please refer to www.esplanade.com for concert timings Concerts by the Singapore Wind Symphony Date & Venue: To be confirmed 2 3 .