Esplanade Presents

Music

Thunderous Spring

ZingO Festival Drum (Singapore)

7 Feb 2025, Fri, 7.15pm & 8.30pm

45mins

(Intermission: None)

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

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Photo credit: Teo Keng Guan
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Synopsis

Over 2,200 years ago, the 24 solar terms were established as a key component of the Chinese lunisolar calendar. The drum, one of the oldest musical instruments, is regarded as the pulse of Chinese tradition. It is always used in ceremonies of sky (heaven) worship, symbolising the sky as a drum, its sound is thunder. Only the true “son of heaven” may lead this sacred ceremony. 

 

What happens when tradition meets modernity? Find out as we gather to celebrate the spring festival, through the thunderous drumming.

Language: Mandarin, English
Things to Note:
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Artist Information

ZingO Festival Drum

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"People Awaken from Hibernation!"—this is the meaning behind ZingO! Since its founding, ZingO has been a unique icon and source of pride for Singapore, creating a significant impact locally and internationally. As Singapore’s foremost drum group and a trailblazer in the field, ZingO was awarded the Most Outstanding Performance in Chingay 2023 and named the 5-Star Festive Drum Heritage Beholder in 2024 by the Association of Festive Drum Malaysia. ZingO showcases the UNESCO World Intangible Cultural Heritage – Solar Terms, and its original drumming art is praised for being skillfully crafted, contemporary, enjoyable and culturally insightful.

 

Driven by the mantra "Dream Big Drum Loud", ZingO places a strong emphasis on local Chinese culture, music and education, while instilling discipline, innovation and leadership in its drummers. ZingO currently comprises four wings: the ZingO Main Team, ZingO Intensive Team, ZingO Drum Sprouts and ZingO Ogen Heartbeats, each has its own unique demographic focus.

Date & Time

7 Feb 2025, Fri

7.15pm

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

8.30pm

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade
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