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You Play A What?

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"What are your plans after graduation?" "What kind of work can you apply for with a Music Degree?" "You Play a What?" These might be some infuriating and intimidating questions for any aspiring musician. If you are looking for some relief, join Vincent every Wednesday, as he finds out from his guest their inspiring stories, grit, graft and all that it takes for them to succeed in the music industry.

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YPAW 63: Christoven Tan - Being Perfect vs Being Yourself, Relating to New Music, Practicing other Art Forms, Approach to Curation

October 06, 2021 09:08 - 1 hour - 233 MB

This week I am joined by the enigmatic Christoven Tan. Christoven is a champion of new music for viola and in recent years, he has been pushing the possibilities and boundaries of viola playing. Apart from music, he is a practitioner of multiple art forms and doing remarkable work that is that is true to himself. I am really glad to have the opportunity to speak to him.  In this episode, we spoke about:  1.       His upcoming show Apollo which is happening on Saturday, 09/10, wher...

YPAW 62: Mervin Beng - Objectivity vs Subjectivity in Music Review, Origin of Resound Collective, Breaking Grounds in Concert Presentation with Technology and The Idea behind Music Patronage

September 29, 2021 05:07 - 56 minutes - 128 MB

This week I am joined by Mervin Beng, Chairman of Resound Collective, an arts charity organization that promotes chamber music in all its glory. Mervin wears many hats, apart from his role with Resound Collective, he is a music reviewer with The Straits Times, involved previously with music organizations driven by educating young aspiring musicians such as the Singapore National Youth Orchestra and the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music. With his professional expertise in technolo...

YPAW 61: Kevin Loh - "There is more to life than music", The Importance of Family Support, Performing in a Refugee Camp, Fortunate to have music as a career, Identifying one's motivation

September 22, 2021 04:22 - 1 hour - 217 MB

I am back after a 3-week hiatus with superstar guitarist, Kevin Loh. Kevin was spotted at the age of 12 by the Yehudi Menuhin School in the UK through his YouTube channel which he still keeps up to date till this day with over 300 videos and over 4 million views! He has since went on to win competitions, premiered concertos and has garnered international repute within guitar scene. Kevin is currently a student at the University of Cambridge is one of the leading young guitarist in t...

YPAW 60: Jonathan Shin - People-Centric Approach to Music and Life, Piano and The Cane, Tips on Improvisation, 200 Years of Singapore History in The 1819 Suite, Approach to Mentorship

August 25, 2021 03:41 - 1 hour - 171 MB

This week I am joined by Jonathan Shin, pianist, composer, hardcore bookworm and a fantastic guest! In this episode, Jonathan and I spoke about: 1. Pursuing his doctoral studies remotely 2. Developing his people-centric approach to music and life in general 3. His relationship with practice, piano and the cane 4. His tip for getting into improvisation 5. His creative process behind The 1819 Suite commissioned by Resound Collective  6. Composing fast music vs slow music 7. Who...

YPAW 59: My Motivation Struggles - Lack of Motivation, Detaching my views from my Identity, Defining my personal values, Rethinking how to live a value driven life

August 18, 2021 17:00 - 19 minutes - 43.6 MB

This episode is a riff on the ups and downs that I have felt in the last few months. About six months ago, my motivation was at an all time low. Practice has become labourious and requires large amount of effort. But it was rather helpful to have some space to think about what my life and work would look like if everything was based on my value rather than my belief and views. I am interested to hear what all of you have to say about this episode! The Knowledge Project Podcast: We...

YPAW 58: Lau Wen Rong - Love for Trumpet, Hating Classical Music, Impact of being in a Youth Orchestra, Coping with Self-Imposed Pressure, Perfection VS Excellence, Staying in the Present

August 11, 2021 11:53 - 1 hour - 174 MB

This week I am joined by Lau Wen Rong, Wen Rong is a prize winner in multiple competitions and is currently part of the trumpet section in the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. Apart from his busy performance schedule and his ability to rise up against any high pressure situation, Wen Rong is an active teacher and have been inspiring students of various age group. 1. Our Chung Cheng stories 2. Why he was a vegetarian for such a long time 3. His musical and career developments 4. The...

YPAW 57: Benjamin Yeo (Part 2) - Development of Intangible Qualities from Music, The Importance of Youth Development Programmes, Finding his Artistic Identity and Creative Process, Passion for Teaching

August 04, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 157 MB

This week we pick up from where we left off from my conversation with Benjamin Yeo. Benji is an avid contributor to multiple facets of the local music and band scene taking on roles as an educator, composer, conductor. In this second part of a 2 part episode, we spoke about: 1. The impact music and arts practice and the development of intangible qualities in a young person. 2. What is the former Music Talent Development Centre (MTDC) and the importance of programmes designed to dev...

YPAW 56: Benjamin Yeo - Learning about Thai Culture & Language, Challenges Faced in Music Education and Performance Arts, Finding His Tribe, Inspiration from Mineral Water

July 28, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 152 MB

This week I am joined by perhaps the most prolific contributor to the Singapore Wind Band Repertory, Benjamin Yeo. Benji is an avid contributor to multiple facets of the local music and band scene taking on roles as an educator, composer, conductor. In this first part of a 2 part episode, we spoke about: How it is perfectly ok to call him Benji instead of Benjamin His obsession with the Thai culture Challenges he faced over the last one year being a Music Teacher and the Dean of...

YPAW 55: Andy Sim (Part 2) - Building resilience, The Heart and Brain relationship, Deep-Light-Paced Breathing, Fight and Flight

July 22, 2021 12:46 - 45 minutes - 105 MB

Welcome back to this part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Andy Sim we spoke about: A quote that has significant meaning to him Building resilience Addressing the fear of failure The Heart and Brain relationship ANTS vs APES Fight and Flight response The power of Deep, Light and Paced Breathing The importance of staying in the present To find out more about Andy and his work you can visit the links below: https://www.facebook.com/Embodied-InPsych-2112377532140176/ https://emb...

YPAW 54: Andy Sim - Music to Psychology, Navigating Stress, Contributors to Burnout, Why we fall out of love with what we love in the process of pursuing it

July 14, 2021 02:00 - 51 minutes - 118 MB

This week, I sat down and spoke to conductor turned psychologist, Dr. Andy Sim. A practitioner of the HeartMath System.  We talked about his career in music and how it eventually transformed into psychology. Navigating stress How did stress come about if we are pursuing something we love The 3 main contributors to burnout This was a highly informative session that I really enjoyed! Tune in to find out more! To find out more about Andy and his work you can visit the links below...

YPAW 53: Ron Tan - Restoring Dignity, Practicing Music 80% Deaf, Responding to Negativity, Seeking Long Term Happiness

July 07, 2021 05:07 - 1 hour - 180 MB

This week's episode, I'm joined by Ron Tan, the founder of the Inclusive Arts Movement, an organization that aims to inspire and promote equality between the differently & generally-abled through the performing arts. Ron himself is a self taught pianist and he is 80% deaf, but it hasn’t stop him from performing and composing. I really enjoyed this chat and the energy and passion Ron brought to the conversation. In this episode we spoke:  The work and services provided by the Inclus...

YPAW 52: Adrian Chiang (Part 2)

June 30, 2021 05:35 - 53 minutes - 123 MB

Continuing from the previous episode, in this second part of the conversation with Adrian, we spoke about: His decision to take on leadership positions with BDAS and NICA, the difference these organizations seek to create. The launch of the Singapore Band Solo Virtual Championships by BDAS Creating environment for like-minded students to meet each other. How assuming these leadership roles have impacted his life. Where and what does Adrian invest his time and energy in. What t...

YPAW 51: Adrian Chiang (Part 1)

June 23, 2021 02:47 - 54 minutes - 125 MB

I should have had this guest on way earlier but I finally set it up and its with Adrian Chiang. If there is ever a Singapore Band Director’s Hall of Fame, he would definitely be in it. Adrian is a well-known figure in the Singapore Music scene and has a portfolio that encompasses music education, conducting and management roles.  In 2017, he took on leadership roles and became the President of Band Directors’ Association Singapore and the National Instructors and Coaches Associatio...

YPAW 50: Dawn Wong

June 16, 2021 09:11 - 1 hour - 192 MB

This week on YPAW, I am joined by Jazz songstress, Dawn Wong. Dawn is no stranger to the spotlight, appearing on prime-time television as a participant of Project Superstar 2. Since then she was continued to take her career on an upward trajectory, receiving the Music Scholarship offered by the Jazz Association (Singapore) and graduating top of class at La Salle College of the Arts. The work that Dawn has created and put up over the years have been truly remarkable and adding on to ...

YPAW 49: The Freelancer's Workshop

May 28, 2021 03:15 - 40 minutes - 92.2 MB

I have recently enrolled myself in a Freelancer's Workshop, a part of a series under the Akimbo Workshops. I have found this course to be extremely helpful in allowing me to distill my thoughts regarding my work and redefining what freelance work is all about. In this episode, I share what this course is about, how it works, a particular story that really resonated with me, working through why I have always felt stuck with my work and some takeaway from the course that I think ever...

YPAW 48: Benjamin Thia

May 19, 2021 04:07 - 1 hour - 157 MB

This week on YPAW, I am joined by Benjamin Thia, rugby fanatic, drummer, teacher, percussion repair technician, custom drum maker. I have known Ben for a number of years but never had the chance to speak to him about his career developments over the years and how he now has his hands in almost all aspects of percussion. In this episode, we discussed his love for rugby, entering fatherhood, his love for all things DIY including renovating his current workspace, his musical journey,...

YPAW 47: Loh Jun Hong

May 12, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 192 MB

This week, I am joined by violin extraordinaire Loh Jun Hong. Jun Hong is the co-founder of More than Music, More than Music is a concert series that aims to revolutionize the classical music concert experience by bringing both the music and the performers to the audience in an informal and intimate manner. More Than Music concerts present the top young classical music talents in the region, bringing world-class chamber music performances to new audiences, up close and personal. Ju...

YPAW 46: Lee JinJun (Part 2)

May 05, 2021 03:09 - 1 hour - 138 MB

Welcome back to the second part of my conversation with Jinjun, in this episode, we picked up where we left off regarding some of his thoughts about the Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation. We spoke about an alternative to the current festival and question and if things can be changed to assess the band programme apart from just performing two pieces. We spoke about competitiveness in music, his job as a teacher in School of The Arts and what its all about, how blue tack he...

YPAW 45: Lee JinJun

April 28, 2021 06:06 - 1 hour - 146 MB

This week on You Play A What? I'm joined by fellow Liverpool supporter, Lee JinJun. JinJun is current a teacher in School of the Arts and is well-known name in the Singapore Band scene, having composed the set piece ‘festival on earth and Party in Space’ for Concert Band for the 2019 Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation. On this first part of the conversation, we spoke about some of his favourite pastime, his involvement in other arts group apart from being performer and com...

YPAW 44: Useful Feedback

April 21, 2021 05:58 - 11 minutes - 27.2 MB

What is your relationship with offering and receiving feedback? Do you enjoy the process of it? Some questions for all of us to think about regarding feedback: What kind of feedback are you looking for from this community? What kind of feedback are you not looking for from this community? What kind of feedback do you commit to giving others? What kind of feedback do you not want to give?

YPAW 43: Placebo VS Nocebo

April 14, 2021 08:15 - 28 minutes - 65.5 MB

On this episode we speak about the relationship between the mind and the body. The effects of Placebo and Nocebo and how it affects our ability to get into peak performance mode. Does chicken essence make you feel more alert and energetic for your exams? Does a $200 bottle of wine taste better than a $20 bottle?

YPAW 42: Athletes VS Nerds

April 07, 2021 19:18 - 20 minutes - 46.6 MB

Apologies on the delay this week, but there is going to be an episode!! From last week's episode with @cokohnut where we spoke briefly about career burnout, made me think about "serious" hobbies or a side hustle and how it can help us with our primary pursuit. On this episode we will talk about what is considered a serious hobby, the difference in mentality between an Athlete and a Nerd, and how the choice of hobby can help us do our primary job better. Thank you so much for tuni...

YPAW 41: Koh Min Hui

March 31, 2021 02:57 - 1 hour - 159 MB

In this episode of YPAW I spoke with Singapore Chinese Orchestra's 阮 (Ruan) musician, Koh Min Hui. One would argue that Min Hui's career trajectory is as smooth as it can be, winning her job with the orchestra at the age of 21, straight out of her Bachelors degree course at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts. Apart from her work with the orchestra, Min Hui is also a passionate teacher that works with students of various age groups and is a tutor for the Singapore National Youth Chines...

YPAW 40: Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation

March 24, 2021 04:44 - 35 minutes - 80.4 MB

It is the event that keeps my job relevant, the Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation just around the corner, I have decided to dedicate this episode of YPAW to all my students who are participating in SYF AP 2021. Due to the pandemic, the SYF this year is unlike any of the previous SYF, and I hope to share with all participants that it is usually unlike it this year. In this episode, I spoke about the changes that I have observed in the Singapore Youth Festival over the years...

YPAW 39: Amos Chiya

March 17, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 193 MB

My guest today is indeed the man that puts on his pink uniform every morning and delivers your favourite bubbletea or McGriddles. Yes, it’s the Famous Amos, the man himself, Amos Chiya (probably enough food items for now). Prior to his return to Singapore in the late 2020 due to the ongoing pandemic, Amos was living in Russia and was working as a guest conductor with several orchestras in the region. Having spent a good number of years away from Singapore, he has found it challengi...

YPAW 38: The University of the Arts

March 10, 2021 05:52 - 21 minutes - 48.8 MB

This is yet another rant, and today it is regarding the recent announcement pertaining to the formation of the first ever Singapore university of the arts. In this episode, I am not discussing what sort of curriculum will benefit the students because I feel like at this point in my life I am still figuring this out. What I would address in this episode is how we react to negativity that surrounds our work, such as internet trolls, people with conflicting ideologies to you, people w...

YPAW 37: Clement Lim

March 03, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 197 MB

This week on YPAW, I am joined by long time friend Clement Lim who is currently based in Berlin, Germany. The relationship between Clement and I haven't always been cordial, he have had our differences when we were a few years younger. But I would say it is mostly me who took offense to his words and actions... Fast forward a couple of years, loads has happened and we continued to stay in touch whenever we can. Clement has spent the last 6-7 years in Germany, living in Hannover, Nu...

YPAW 36: Lim An Chun

February 10, 2021 01:54 - 1 hour - 212 MB

This week on YPAW I am joined by long time friend, Lim An Chun. A larger than life character that seems to draw people to him, An Chun possess fantastic rapport with most people. He might even bump into a friend in London, that is how far his network would stretch.  An Chun has had a really interesting musical journey that is full of ups and downs, but for those who know him well, one thing is for sure, and that is he is not one to give up easily. He has suffered plenty of setbacks...

YPAW 35: Fear of Failure

February 03, 2021 02:00 - 32 minutes - 75.5 MB

On this episode, I talk about the topic of regarding Fear of Failure in students that we interact with on a regular basis. How did this mindset of fear (in general, not just in failure) manage to get instilled into us? As CCA instructors and coaches, what can we do to add value into the student's lives and allow them to explore these other skill sets that are not always required in the world that judges student on individual performance in an exam? Happy to hear from my fellow coach...

YPAW 34: Nicholas Ong & Terrence Wong (Part 2)

January 27, 2021 02:54 - 1 hour - 186 MB

Welcome back to the continuation of my interview with Nicholas Ong and Terrence Wong, co-host of the Crafting Musical Lives Podcast. In the previous episode, we spoke about the the living situation in the UK and how it has affected the arts and their day to day life. They also shared their musical journeys and the difference between university and conservatory education. On this episode we spoke about detaching ourselves from our work, how they conceived Crafting Musical Lives and ...

YPAW 33: Nicholas Ong & Terrence Wong

January 20, 2021 05:33 - 1 hour - 191 MB

This week I am pleased to be joined by Nicholas Ong and Terrence Wong, co-host of the Crafting Musical Lives Podcast. Both of them are currently based in the UK, Terrence in London and Nicholas in Oxford. Amongst the three of us we share a good amount of similarities as alumni of Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, having furthered our studies in respective cities in the UK and of course podcast host. On this first part of a two part interview we spoke about how they have been coping wit...

YPAW 32: Sanche Jagatheesan

January 13, 2021 02:18 - 1 hour - 157 MB

On this episode of YPAW, I am joined ME2 Sanche Jagatheesan from the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) Band. Sanche currently serves as the Principal Bassist of the SAF Band and occasionally dabbles on the electric bass as well as percussion and has been in service since completing his studies. Join us on this episode, as Sanche shares his work as a military musician, how the SAF Band continues to engage with the general public when live performances are put on hold, his experiences ab...

YPAW 31: Daniel Bonventure Lim (Part 2)

January 06, 2021 03:51 - 54 minutes - 125 MB

This first episode of YPAW for the year of 2021 is the second part of my interview with Daniel Bonaventure Lim! If you have not listened to the first part of this interview you can find it here:  https://open.spotify.com/episode/5bwPVgnKeBdBmb7Y1wy0sj?si=JQFldVaqS6Cf-Pddtew3KA Daniel and I spent 3 years living in Manchester in close vicinity as students of the RNCM. Since returning to Singapore, Daniel has kept himself involved and active in various music activities and organizatio...

YPAW 30: Daniel Bonaventure Lim

December 30, 2020 03:01 - 56 minutes - 129 MB

Currently working as a Management Consultant, I am joined by Daniel Bonaventure Lim on the first part of a two part episode that brings us into the new year! Daniel and I spent 3 years living in Manchester in close vicinity as students of the RNCM.  Since returning to Singapore, Daniel has kept himself involved and active in various music activities and organizations, he brings along a refreshing take on the music industry. On this episode, we spoke about how has 2020 been for hims...

YPAW 29: The Worst Boss

December 23, 2020 02:00 - 22 minutes - 51 MB

I am lucky to the worst boss, I would not trade it for most things in this world. On this episode of YPAW, join me as I go on a riff to talk about the reason I would congratulate you for being the worst boss, poor manager of career and the inability to organize your day. Trust me, you might not be in such a bad situation as you think! Time Ferris Show feat. Seth Godin: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Z7zsYnjFDxGDNWFYlW0sB?si=W5ynhDabTLO_CBmT5KLvsg Akimbo: https://open.spotify.co...

YPAW 28: Wang Chenwei

December 16, 2020 02:30 - 1 hour - 183 MB

Composer, Polyglot, Multi-instrumentalist are just some of the words you would describe my guest, Wang Chenwei. Chenwei is currently based in Singapore, he is currently the Composer-in-Residence with the Singapore Chinese Orchestra and the co-author of "The Teng Guide to the Chinese Orchestra" the only comprehensive Chinese Orchestra text that is in English.  Chenwei's skillset as a musician is a unique combination of composition, ethnomusicology and audio engineering, making him a...

YPAW 27: $4 Haircut vs $70 Haircut

December 09, 2020 04:34 - 26 minutes - 59.7 MB

On this episode and I breaking out norm of YPAW, this particular topic that I am addressing today has been on my mind for quite some time. Tune in to this episode as I share my story of a $4 haircut and a $70 haircut. What I thought was an act of generosity and the reflection on the 3 courses I completed over the last 14 days. 

YPAW 26: Koh Cheng Jin

December 02, 2020 02:21 - 1 hour - 198 MB

Well versed in both Western and Chinese musical language and performance, I am joined by Cheng Jin on this episode of YPAW. She uses her compositions to tell a rendition of Asian mythology and fables with a vivid soundscape. In this episode we spoke about her relationship with music from a young age. We spoke about her passion to bring music to the less privileged communities, her emotional struggles as a composer and the different roles in music that she has explored over the years...

YPAW 25: Lee Jia Yi

November 25, 2020 03:45 - 1 hour - 165 MB

Fellow coffee lover Lee Jia Yi, is my guest for this episode of YPAW. Currently a student at the Peabody Conservatory and based in the USA, spending her first semester break abroad with the short days and cold weather that is associated with winter. Join us on this episode as Jia Yi paints us a image of Baltimore, she speaks about her compositional process, her thoughts on appealing to the mass media and what is she truly passionate about as an artist. Check out her work here: http...

YPAW 24: Likie Low

November 18, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 161 MB

On this episode of YPAW, I am joined by Likie, a current student of the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory at the National University of Singapore and have been composing and producing her own music (she even sang!!!) over the last few years! A musician that takes on multiple roles and is never afraid to wander in to the unknown, one can only imagine what is her future beholds! On this episode we spoke about her idea of what makes a good EDM track, the importance of putting her work out the...

YPAW 23: Emily Koh

November 11, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 168 MB

Have you ever spoken to someone for the first time thinking that you would be quite far apart in terms of the way you think about your work and life but it turns out not to be the case and you end up being pleasantly surprised? This is what I felt before my chat with Emily, although in our brief Zoom calls she was very warm and friendly in our discussion, I've learnt to never assume. Turns out we have more in common than we thought... We spoke about Emily in Atlanta (not Paris), wh...

YPAW 22: Michellina Chan

November 04, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 153 MB

Back when I was studying at the Royal Northern College of Music, I was in a Euphonium Quartet (I am also wondering how is this a thing...). We were called The Brass Compass Euphonium Quartet, the name came about as the quartet is made up of members of different nationality, Australia (South), Latvia (North), UK (West), Singapore (East). The quartet started out because of a compulsory chamber music module for all second year, but things escalated quickly. Fast forward a couple of mon...

YPAW 21 - Charity Kiew

October 28, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 182 MB

On this episode of YPAW, I am joined by music fanatic and a true music lover, Charity. It was a lovely conversation filled with positive energy and vulnerability that made it all so real.. She has officially made it to my top 3 classical music lover and I would not hold a candle in a geek out contest. You might also want to know that Charity has performed with the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, yes, THE Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra! So join as on this episode of YPAW I speak to Charity rega...

YPAW 21: Charity Kiew

October 28, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 182 MB

Playing the euphonium has made me missed out on meeting people. Don't get me wrong, I love playing the instrument and because of that, I have managed to pick up on a few life long friends throughout this time. I am very grateful for the friendships and laughter. But what was lacking in my social circle were the string players (violin, viola, cello, bass, guitar, you get it...), the true representation of high culture. To be honest, I am not sure this is a bad thing... But I did miss...

YPAW 20: Teng Siang Hong

October 21, 2020 02:23 - 1 hour - 174 MB

"The lone wolf dies, but the pack survives", you might recognize this quote from a particular HBO series, Game of Thrones. You might find it strange, what has this quote got to do with my guest today? As humans, like many other species, we are herd animals who are trying to fit in and earn the respect of others. How we decide our behaviour is based on the degree that it allows us to fit in to your environment and social circle. I am lucky to be surrounded by extremely passionate ban...

YPAW 19: Ray Chionh

October 14, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 160 MB

It is fascinating for me to observe the growth and development of a peer, you will have to spend a substantial amount of time apart in order for you to measure the difference. Its a bit like weight lost/gain, you don't tend to realize it  yourself but someone that sees you for the first time in months will be able to tell the difference immediately. In the case of Ray, it has been wonderful to have someone to share ideas and struggles with. Throughout our time abroad, whenever we se...

YPAW 18: Daniel Yiau

October 07, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 174 MB

My first dealings with Daniel was definitely a case of his reputation preceding him. I have never performed or worked with Daniel closely until 2017 for the performance of The Queen Symphony featuring Orchestra Collective and The Graduate Singers. The prior meeting with him was at a hotel lobby in Chiayi City in Taiwan where we were there at the World Association of Symphonic Band and Ensemble (WASBE) Conference representing different ensembles. Everything else that I have heard abo...

YPAW 17: Teo Yu Yao

September 30, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 160 MB

As a music conservatory trained musician, I sometimes find myself in a dilemma, if I were to tell you that I never once doubted my career choice, I would be lying. A career change away from music can be deemed by our colleagues in the music industry as so and so can't quite "cut it" as a musician so he /she needs to pivot to something that is unrelated. Comparing this to say an accountant who decides to go into digital marketing is probably less likely to be judged by his/her collea...

YPAW 16: Bernice Lee

September 23, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 142 MB

After 16 episodes, I finally interviewed a guest whom I have never interacted with prior to our conversation, but lucky for me, this was a classic case of preceding reputation. I first came across Bernice when she won the President’s Young Performers’ Competition in 2016, which resulted in her concerto debut with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. Since then, her career has gone from strength to strength, spending 2018 as Guest Co-Principal Oboe with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orches...

YPAW 15: A COVID-19 Retrospective (6 Months)

September 16, 2020 01:00 - 24 minutes - 56.6 MB

This episode is a brief reflection of what has been going on in my life since I was told not to work for the sake of my own safety. And I think I have gotten quite good at that... A month by month outlook between my last rehearsal to my upcoming rehearsal that is happening then this episode goes online. Coincidence??

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