島嶼連結Connecting Islands: Taiwan x Singapore

Established in 1997, San Geu Tai Band is committed to the creation of music in its native Hakka language. Combining traditional folk music with contemporary genres like blues, rock, jazz and more, San Geu Tai Band has produced 12 albums and is an icon of Hakka music in Taiwan. The five-person group's latest album Yam Fung Leu 簷風謠 won the Golden Melody Award 2023 for Best Hakka Album.

The Straits Ensemble is a musical collective that champions Singapore cultural music exchanges, influenced by the ever-changing global music landscape and jazz sensibilities. With an instrumentation that embodies Singapore's cultural sound, The Straits Ensemble navigates the rich tapestry of Singapore's heritage and taps on a global kampung spirit to celebrate diversity. Playing a repertoire of original compositions, reimagined folk tunes and more, the ensemble's range of expression run from tender nuances to high energy, driving rhythms.