Esplanade Presents

Music

Kenapa Ke Sana

Nadi Singapura (Singapore)

3 May 2025, Sat, 3pm & 4.15pm

4 May 2025, Sun, 3pm & 4.15pm

45mins

(Intermission: None)

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

Free
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Synopsis

The power and joy of drumming and music that Nadi Singapura brings to every performance is a treat not to be missed. With a harmonious blend of Rebana, Jidur, Marwas, Talempong, and other traditional instruments—accompanied by vibrant dancing and singing—their creative expression is both captivating and boundary-pushing.

 

Kenapa Ke Sana invites audiences to a small village celebrated for its rich musical heritage, where bamboo plays a central role in cultural traditions. When the bamboo supply begins to run low, three villagers with distinct personalities set out on a quest to find new resources.

 

Crafted by Nadi Singapura, this immersive experience draws inspiration form the customs and traditions of the Malay community in Singapore and the wider Nusantara.

Language: Malay
Things to Note:
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Artist Information

Nadi Singapura

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Established in November 2011, the Nadi Singapura ensemble comprises talented young musicians dedicated to elevating traditional Malay drums and percussion, embodying the spirit of their name “Nadi” which translates to “pulse”. The group, led by renowned Rebana artisan Yaziz Hassan and prominent drummer Riduan Zalani, received the National Arts Council Major Grant Award in 2023, 2024 and 2025, reflecting the ensemble’s excellence and dedication to their art form. At the core of Nadi Singapura's ethos lies friendship and shared musical aspirations as they aim to inspire through their performances of traditional Malay drums, text, music and movement.

Date & Time

3 May 2025, Sat

3pm

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

4.15pm

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

4 May 2025, Sun

3pm

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade

4.15pm

DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre at Esplanade
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