Music

Singapore-China Gala Symphony Concert

Willway Cultural Initiatives Ltd and Dong Lee Investment Pte Ltd in collaboration with the Foundation of Rotary Clubs Singapore

Various Artists (Singapore, China)

26 Oct 2025, Sun, 7.30pm

2hrs 30mins

(Intermission: 1 x 20mins)

Esplanade Concert Hall

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Dong Lee Investment Pte Ltd in collaboration with the Foundation of Rotary Clubs Singapore

Synopsis

A Transnational Celebration of Culture and Music

World-renowned conductor Tang Muhai returns to Singapore to lead the Shanghai Nine Trees Philharmonic Orchestra alongside distinguished Singaporean musicians, in a landmark program weaving together beloved Western and Eastern classics. Singaporean pianist William Wei, celebrated for his expressive touch and commanding stage presence, makes his homecoming debut with Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1, a youthful masterpiece radiant with poetry, beauty, and virtuosic brilliance.

Also featured is the international premiere of Dreaming of Fengpu, a tribute to the people of Fengxian District who came together to raise funds to build the Fengpu Bridge. Across five movements, the piece blends a rich, grand symphonic sound with folk music elements from the Jiangnan region to honour the people's unity, resilience, and aspiration. Singaporean Felix Phang's Pasat Merdu, a vibrant musical tapestry that captures the colour and rhythm of Southeast Asian life, completes the program.

More than a concert — this is a celebration of friendship, identity, and the future of cross-border collaboration. Don't miss this unforgettable fusion of East and West, tradition and innovation, memory and imagination.

FEATURING

Shanghai Nine Trees Philharmonic Orchestra

The Straits Ensemble

Tang Muhai, conductor

William Wei, piano

Kong Zhao Hui, violin

Zhu Lin, erhu

PROGRAMME

FELIX PHANG Pasat Merdu

HE ZHANHAO & CHEN GANG Butterfly Lovers Concerto

DANNY DONG Dreaming of Fengpu

CHOPIN Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor, Op. 11

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6 and above.

Language: English

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Date & Time

26 Oct 2025, Sun

7.30pm

Esplanade Concert Hall

Tickets & Prices

	Standard
Cat 1	$148
Cat 2	$128
Cat 3	$108
Cat 4	$88
Cat 5	$68
Cat 6	$58

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