About Pentas
To further develop community interest in Malay arts and culture, Pentas presents Malay programmes to audiences outside of Esplanade’s annual Pesta Raya – Malay Festival of Arts offering everyone quality Malay presentations to look forward to all year round.
Events
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Rentas
Explore bold new sounds born from tradition as Rentas brings together artists pushing the boundaries of traditional Malay music through fresh compositions.
Nada Nusantara: Gema Keroncong
Experience the melodious and soulful music of keroncong, a genre unique to the Malay Archipelago, presented by Nobat Kota Singa.
Masterclass: Conducting Ensembles
Is conducting just dramatic arm-waving? This masterclass lets you lead an ensemble and to find out what conductors and music directors really do.
Talk: The Last Ghazal Ensemble in Singapore
Gain insights into the life and music of veteran accordionist Mr Nasir Abdullah, a key figure behind Singapore’s last surviving ghazal ensemble.
Masterclass: Malay Rhythms on the Bass Accordion
Explore solo accordion techniques through Malay folk songs, interpreting asli, inang, joget and zapin rhythms across traditional and contemporary styles in this masterclass.
Talk: Muzik dan Bahasa
Join Dr Azhar Ibrahim Alwee as he explores the relationship between Malay music and language through melody, rhythm and nuance.
Gala Gemadah
Join in this spectacular celebration of Malay songs, from golden classics to modern hits, in a must-see concert that transcends generations.
Malam Klasik P. Ramlee
Dive into lively Malay folk music and joget (dance) along as music teachers and practitioners come together to revive classic tunes with infectious energy.
Lagu-Lagu Gambus
Step into a musical dialogue where the gambus bridges Malay and Middle Eastern traditions, bringing new colour to familiar tunes.