Esplanade Presents

Music

An Ode to Bharathiyar

Singapore Indian Orchestra & Choir (SIOC) (Singapore)

22 Feb 2026, Sun, 6.45pm & 7.45pm

30mins

(Intermission: None)

Esplanade Concourse

Free
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Synopsis

This choral presentation by the Singapore Indian Orchestra & Choir celebrates the timeless poetry of the great poet, Mahakavi Bharathiyar. Through rich harmonies and evocative musical arrangements, the ensemble brings to life his powerful verses on freedom, equality, devotion, and the human spirit. An Ode to Bharathiyar is a heartfelt tribute to a visionary poet whose words continue to inspire generations.

Language: Tamil
Things to Note:
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Artist Information

Singapore Indian Orchestra & Choir (SIOC)

The Singapore Indian Orchestra & Choir (SIOC) is a 40-year-old performing arts company and one of the world’s largest semi-professional groups showcasing the richness of Indian music with its wide range of traditional and contemporary repertoire. Under the baton of Lalitha Vaidyanathan (PBM) and ably trained and conducted by Vicknesvari Vadivagan, SIOC has redefined the boundaries of Indian music through exciting collaborations with leading local and international composers, as well as bringing the multi-racial cultural vibrance that Singapore is well known for to audiences.

Date & Time

22 Feb 2026, Sun

6.45pm

Esplanade Concourse

7.45pm

Esplanade Concourse
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