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FESTIVAL Esplanade E MUST Presents: GO Pastel Power AWAKEN 28 Dec, 7.15pm and 8.15pm THE DRAGON PASTEL POWER is the electronic bedroom project of Singapore’S FIRST CERAMICS FESTIVAL Cherie Ko, who is also the lead CELEBRATES OUR UNIQUE HERITAGE guitarist of Singapore band Obedient Wives Club. Cherie is heavily inspired by indie cult movies from the 1960s up to the 1990s, and her songs are largely based on imaginary characters living their own weird lives in a pastel town. Accompanying Cherie on her live sets is Adel Rashid, who takes charge of the beats. Esplanade Concourse, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 DRAGON KILNS originated in China Huat Dragon Kiln. thousands of years ago, and got their Awaken The Dragon is majestic name due to their long shapes a community art project that and scale-like brick structures. Chinese celebrates these last two Esplanade Presents: immigrants introduced wood-fired dragon remaining Dragon Kilns, kilns to Singapore in the early 1900s, and a unique part of our cultural these were used to make items such as latex heritage. About 3,000 members ceramics festival. Highlights include master The Legendary cups for rubber tapping. of the public have taken part in workshops classes by local and international artists, As newer technology emerged, many of where they made small clay works. and live music performances. these labour-intensive kilns closed. Today, Come January 2013, these works will Rojak Quintet only two remain, both in Jalan Behar – the be brought together at a historic firing of For more information, visit Thow Kwang Dragon Kiln and the Guan the Dragon Kiln in Singapore’s inaugural awakenthedragonkiln.wordpress.com 29 Dec, 7.15pm and 8.15pm THE LEGENDARY ROJAK QUINTET is a group comprising five musicians who hail from various musical groups in Singapore: Tim De Cotta (T.A.J, Kilo Habit, The Ninja Trio) on vocals and bass, Audrey Stefanie Tengkey (T.A.J, Novo Bloco) on piano and synthesizers, Esplanade Presents: Ireson Kelvin A. (Giants Must Fall, W.A.N.D, The Ninja Trio) on guitars and looper, Shaun Q (Monster Cat) on cajon, beats and samples, and Daniel ‘Saxydan’ C. (Jurongville) on tenor and soprano saxophone. 30 Dec, 7.30pm, 8.45pm and 10pm They’ll be mashing up some of their favourite holiday tunes, infusing their own distinct musical styles of ambient, jazz, hip hop, soul and funk into a unique rojak-like blend. Esplanade Concourse, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 Beyond The Border, Behind The Men Till 2 Jan, 10am-10pm THIS PHOTO EXHIBITION uncovers the lives of the many manual labour migrants, who dot our Singaporean landscape. Anonymous and invisible in Singapore, these Bangladeshi migrant men are often nameless faces in the crowd. However, through their stories, MEXICAN PIANIST AND composer Alina Ramirez and bassist, we see how richly-textured their lives are. This project pays tribute guitarist, composer and arranger Mario Lopez founded Ireson in to these “builders” of our country and those they leave behind. The 1991. Growing up surrounded by the traditions of Latin music, both exhibition wishes to celebrate their resilience, spread stories of cheer have incorporated their formal classical training and knowledge of and inspiration, and pay tribute to the human spirit. Like us, they are modern harmony into the music they play and compose. Ireson also fathers, sons, husbands, storytellers and dreamers too. features Cuban drummer Pablo Calzado, guitarist Ernesto Enriquez Print Gallery, The Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Lane and vocalist Carlos Sendros. music, the Kreutzer Ensemble inspiration from Esplanade's Singapore 179429 Esplanade Outdoor Theatre, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 plays a wide range of genres, Celebrating Life - Values Project, from classical to modern pieces. this is a reflection celebration Drawing inspiration from jazz, pop, for the last days of 2012. Let's classical and new age, this versatile look forward to 2013 with joy COUNTDOWN 2013 AT CROWNE Ping and Qing Shan as they belt out Accommodating only 125 guests, and talented ensemble also offers and gratitude! TICKETED EVENTS PLAZA CHANGI AIRPORT their golden hits. Yang Xiao Ping is they will toast to the start of 2013 original compositions. Esplanade Concourse 31 Dec, 9pm -1am, $28-$58 well-known to many as the diva of with champagne and the tunes of Esplanade Concourse 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 2013 COUNTDOWN @ J BAR Crowne Plaza Changi Airport's the 1970s, with awards such as Far a lively four-piece band. There will 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 31 Dec, 9pm-late, $30-$85 New Year's Eve Countdown Party East Best Female Singer and Top 10 also be a balloon drop. J Bar will be ringing in the New promises to kick things up a notch Famous Singers of Asia. Qing Shan Fuse Hotel Atrium, Tower 2 at Year with zest and style. Guests can with great fist-pumping music is called Taiwan’s King of Songs. Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront partake in the black-and-white- and amazing snack and beverage They will both serenade you with Avenue, Singapore 018956 themed countdown. deals. You can expect a night their classic hits and charismatic If you would like your event listed, M Hotel, 81 Anson Road of exciting revelry but without the vocals, so circle the date in your WONDERLAND OF LOVE please email the details and pictures Singapore 079908 hassle, bustle and post-New Year diary and don’t miss this chance to 29 Dec, 7.30pm, $35 (where applicable) to events@ celebration congestion. For more catch this one-night-only concert. International vocalist Maestro weekender.com.sg two weeks 'A WILD MAN'S DREAMS' WONG information visit Tickets from Sistic. Patricia Wise described lyric before your event date. HONG MOK IN CONCERT 2012 www.crowneplazadining.com Esplanade Theatre soprano Ma Qing’s voice as “clean 29 Dec, 7.30pm, $48-$138 Crowne Plaza Changi Airport 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 and sparkling… Her sincerity and Listings must arrive in email The first ever solo concert by Changi Airport Terminal 3 stage presence indeed make her one Wednesday two weeks before local renowned folk rock singer- 75 Airport Boulevard of the most outstanding sopranos publication. Listings are free but, songwriter Wong Hong Mok Singapore 819664 of this generation”. Wonderland of as space is limited, inclusion is not features various xinyao favourites, Love is filled with pieces written by ESPLANADE PRESENTS: guaranteed. Nevertheless, we try our and will bring back fond memories great composers such as Handel, DAPHNE KHOO best to include every listing possible. of yesteryear. Tickets from Sistic. Bajazet, Rosa, Curtis, Faure, Strauss, 29 Dec, 7.30pm, 8.45pm and 10pm Esplanade Concert Hall Bellini, Rossini, Donizetti and Verdi. Best known for her participation in 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 They express in their songs the the first season of Singapore Idol, strength and power of love in every Daphne Khoo is a young singer- aspect of life. Call 8399 3911 for songwriter who has a lot of stories to WEEKENDER information on ticketing. tell. A songwriting major at Berklee Esplanade Recital Studio College of Music in Boston, Daphne ABOUT US SILOSO BEACH PARTY 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 has continued to pen heartfelt tunes We are a Social Enterprise! 31 Dec, 6pm - 6am, $42-$52 about the little joys she finds in Besides enriching the lives of our Asia’s largest and grooviest beach the places she has travelled to, the readers, we provide training and countdown party is back! Count FREE EVENTS people she’s met, and triumphing employment for disadvantaged down to a sensational 2013 with over difficulties and challenges. Singaporeans from CDCs, ISCOS 12 hours of non-stop action at five Esplanade Outdoor Theatre and IMH. distinct party zones, as well the 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981 giant foam pool and sandy dance OUR HUMBLE TEAM: floor.