OUR TEAM

Artistic Director
Dr. Darius Lim

Dr. Darius Lim is an internationally acclaimed conductor-composer and visionary leader who has transformed Singapore’s choral landscape. As Founder and Artistic Director of Voices of Singapore (VOS), he has built the nation’s leading choral society, now with over 1,500 singers across 30 choirs, and positioned it as a cultural force performing at national milestones such as the National Day Parade, President’s Star Charity and the opening of the Singapore State Courts.

A globally recognised choral composer-conductor and sought after clinician and adjudicator, Darius is the first Singaporean composer to release an all-Singaporean choral album on the NAXOS label, the world’s largest classical music label, showcasing his works performed by the choirs of Voices of Singapore. His compositions have been performed by world-renowned ensembles such as VOCES8, The Choir of Royal Holloway, The National Youth Choirs of Great Britain and the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra. In 2023, he was Composer-in-Residence for National Concerts at Carnegie Hall and a Featured Composer for the World Symposium on Choral Music in Istanbul, solidifying his reputation on the global stage. Choirs under the direction of Darius Lim have won Grand Prix, Category Winners and Gold Medals around the world.

Beyond his work with VOS, Darius serves as a Board Member of the International Federation for Choral Music (IFCM), Curriculum Development Advisory Committee Member of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (Music Faculty), Council Member of the Asia Pacific Choral Council and Board Chairman of the World Alliance of Children’s Choirs, reflecting his influence and leadership in the global choral community.

He holds a Doctor of Musical Arts from the Queensland Conservatorium and a Master’s in Choral Conducting (with Distinction) from the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama. His formative musical years were shaped at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, where he earned both a Bachelor of Arts and a Diploma in Music. A sought-after thought leader, he has presented his vision of music as a unifying force on global platforms such as TEDx, inspiring communities and audiences around the world.

In recognition of his outstanding contributions to Singapore’s music scene, Darius was awarded the NAFA Distinguished Alumni Medal in 2024 by Minister Edwin Tong. In 2025, he was honoured with Tatler’s Gen.T Leaders of Tomorrow Award, which celebrates trailblazers shaping Asia’s future.

Board

Catherine Tan is a seasoned multiple award winning investment professional and entrepreneur with nearly three decades of experience in global fund management. She holds a BSc in Economics from the London School of Economics and a postgraduate qualification in law with distinction from the College of Law, Guildford. She began her career at DBS Asset Management, moved to Hong Kong with Lloyd George Management in 1998 and co-founded Treeline Investment Management and founded Saga Tree Capital Management, focused on fundamental long short investing.
A firm believer in living a life of purpose, one measured not just by material achievements, but by the connections we forge and the communities we nurture. She serves on various boards and advisory committees focused on community, healthcare, special needs advocacy, and responsible investment.
To her, choral singing is the embodiment of a life well lived: listening to each other, taking another’s cue, different voices rising together in harmony, with purpose, discipline, and joy. She is guided by Mary Oliver’s gentle wisdom in “I Worried”:
“Finally I saw that worrying had come to nothing.
And gave it up. And took my old body… and sang.”
Through Voices of Singapore, Catherine aims to make that joy accessible to all.

Katharine is an educator at heart, passionate about shaping lives and inspiring purpose. Over the years, she has had the privilege of teaching learners of all ages, from curious pre-schoolers to ambitious adults. These experiences have strengthened her belief in the power of education – not just to nurture young minds, but to guide individuals towards meaningful and purposeful lives.
Beyond the classroom, Katharine finds deep purpose in the arts as a way to inspire empathy, connection, and community. As a Founding Board Member of Voices of Singapore, she supports the organisation’s mission to bring people together through the arts, fostering a sense of belonging and shared humanity. Through her work with Kin Collective, Katharine also champions storytelling projects that encourage children and caregivers to explore themes of resilience, compassion, and understanding.
She believes that education and the arts play a vital role in building bridges, fostering empathy, and shaping a kinder, more connected world.

Kan Shook Wah served in various senior roles in the Ministry of Defence for over 35 years until her retirement. In 2001, she received the Public Administration Medal (Silver).
In 2013, Shook Wah founded the Dare to Dream Scholarship for students with disabilities at the LASALLE College of the Arts. The scholarship was extended to the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts in 2017. She is also active in the wider community in support of persons with disabilities.
As Director (Projects) at Ad Planet Group, Shook Wah focuses on projects that support protection of the environment, the special needs, arts and health communities.
Shook Wah is a board member of Voices of Singapore and also chairs its Nomination and HR Committee. She also sits on other corporate and charity boards.

Will Oswald has nearly three decades of international leadership experience across Singapore, London and New York. He has held senior roles in global financial institutions and currently serves in a leadership capacity at Singapore’s sovereign wealth fund, where his work centres on long-term strategy, resilience and sustainable growth.
Over his career, Will has worked closely with policymakers, central banks and global institutions, advising on structural change and long-horizon decision-making. He brings to Voices of Singapore experience in governance, institutional stewardship and building organisations designed to endure.
Music has been a constant in his life. He began piano studies in early childhood, trained extensively in the classical tradition, and has continued performing and developing across multiple styles into adulthood. For him, music represents both discipline and listening — the pursuit of excellence within a shared endeavour.
Will believes that the arts play an essential role in Singapore’s social fabric, fostering belonging, shared identity and intergenerational connection. As a Board member of Voices of Singapore, he is committed to strengthening the organisation’s long-term sustainability, broadening access to high-quality music education, and supporting its mission to serve the wider community through choral excellence and inclusive participation.
Will holds a Master’s degree in Philosophy, Politics and Economics from the University of Oxford.

Tien Gui is a corporate lawyer by profession with over 20 years of corporate and commercial experience particularly in the real estate hospitality sector. He is the Non-Executive Chairman of ICP Ltd, owner of Travelodge Hotels and also sits on the board of the Singapore Institute Eye Research, Singapore. Tien Gui also likes to draw and employs crayons to create his colourful and whimsical world. He has exhibited his drawings in Geneva, Italy, London and Singapore.

Our Team

The people who bring our mission to life.

Gabriel is an arts manager at VOS with a decade of experience bringing music, choirs and creative collaborations to life. Passionate about inclusivity in the arts, he has orchestrated large-scale productions, international tours and the VOS Festival (2020–2024), working with groups like The Philharmonic Chamber Choir and the Singapore Symphony Children’s and Youth Choirs.
Having pursued Arts Management since 2014, Gabriel graduated from NAFA in 2020 with a Bachelor of Arts (Arts Management), earning First-Class Honours and the Best Graduate Award. A former chorister turned behind-the-scenes problem solver, he thrives on dynamic projects—whether it’s staging a sold-out show or caring for his anxious (but adorable) rescue cat, Bincho.

Jing Xuan thrives on bringing creative ideas to life—whether it’s planning concerts, working with artists, or shaping a choir’s harmonies. She finds joy in every step of the process, from the first spark of an idea to the final performance. Driven by her passion for sharing the magic of music, she pursued a Bachelor’s Degree in Music and continues to refine her skills in conducting and music education. When she is not making music, she is out exploring nature or playing sports, always drawn to the energy and rhythm that inspire her work.

Priscilla brings with her a wealth of accounting experience, honed across a variety of industries. After contributing as a freelancer for several years, she recently converted to becoming a full-time member of the VOS Team. She also now leads Human Resources at VOS.
As a church pianist and vocalist, she participated in musical productions and was a chorister with the Singapore Symphony Chorus. She also takes part in VOS programmes, primarily singing with the VOS Ladies Choir. When not occupied with spreadsheets, she practices the harp, plays merge games, and does cross-stitching.

Samantha is a community-focused arts manager at Voices of Singapore, passionate about connecting people through thoughtful, people-centred programming. She holds a degree in Arts Management from LASALLE College of the Arts (Goldsmiths, University of London), and has roots in Media and Communication. Her journey into the arts began in symphonic band, where she fell in love with the flute and discovered a lifelong passion for creative production.
Previously with The TENG Company, she has experience in staging shows, working with renowned instrumentalists, and connecting people through the arts. Outside of work, Samantha finds joy in cooking and tinkering with puzzles—still happily piecing things together, just not with spreadsheets and group chats.

Ching's professional journey in the arts began in musical theatre as an Academy and Production Assistant at Sing'theatre and later as a Corporate Relations Executive at Kinokuniya. She now manages Voices of Singapore's 500-strong Children's Choir programme, while currently pursuing a Masters in Arts and Cultural Entrepreneurship in NUS. Her skills range from events management to marketing and publicity for a range of arts programmes, including open mics, author panels and children showcases.
Beyond the office, Ching's involvement in the arts has brought her from being a chorister in NUSChoir to volunteering for various arts programmes e.g. Festival Assistant at Esplanade, to pursuing creative fiction, having most recently completed a Golden Point Award Mentorship Programme by the Singapore Book Council.

Jaclyn is an experienced arts manager who is always excited about making good things happen better with collaboration and helpful enquiry. She brings her curiosity for varied art forms - having worked across dance, visual arts, theatre - and her heart in advocating for the arts to reach a wider audience.
Previously, she played a key role at Centre 42 (a theatre development organisation) forging their first corporate partnership and reviewing their donor engagement programme among others. She looks forward to continue building her expertise and enabling VOS to foster meaningful partnerships in her role.

Justin has spent most of his life immersed in the choral scene both onstage and offstage. With a Master of Music in Music Education and Associate Diploma (ATCL) in Singing, Justin wears multiple hats as a Conductor and Artistic Coordinator at VOS. He is passionate about creating safe environments for singers to learn together and develop their love for music. Outside the rehearsal room, Justin enjoys quiet moments with good noise-cancellation and coffee.

In an alternate universe, Rachel has gone viral for being a tubby orange cat with a penchant for meowing loudly along to show tunes. In this one, she is chasing her passion for singing differently. With a BA in Arts Management from LASALLE College of the Arts and a VOS polo shirt over her head, Rachel assists with the administration and operations of the 500-strong Voices of Singapore Children’s Choir.
Combining her decade of involvement in singing and experience in arts management, she helps ensure that every child who walks through VOS’ doors has as meaningful of a time in the programme as possible. While this is no online virality, Rachel believes that this is as culturally impactful as being an orange singing cat.

A double agent in the arts, Eve balances her time between managing projects and venues at VOS and teaching ceramics in the studio. With a degree in Arts Management and a deep belief in the arts’ power to bring people together, she works behind the scenes to create meaningful experiences, helping to stage performances and festivals for over 1,000 singers across 27 choirs in the VOS community.
She has helped stage shows for over 10,300 audience members including the VOS Festival and supported the Children’s Choir Tour in the UK. When she’s not orchestrating events, Eve finds solace in the pottery studio, shaping clay into functional art. Whether onstage or at the wheel, she thrives in the creative process—building, refining and bringing ideas to life.

She may not sing or play an instrument (ironic, we know), but with a love for the arts and human connections, Maira knows how to hit the right notes in marketing. From heart-driven campaigns to supporting our community impact programmes, she is all about bringing people together both online and offline.
When not at her desk, you will probably catch her geeking out over dinosaurs and comics, marveling at fossils one moment and being part of the X-Men the next. For a treehugger like Maira, it’s all about nurturing both people and the world (or multiverse) around her.

Steph has been immersed in choral singing since primary school and it has remained a defining part of her life. After spending six years in the UK earning her MArts and BA in Music and Music Psychology from the University of Leeds and working with the National Youth Choir, she returned home to contribute to the choral community.
Now, she oversees the 500-strong VOS Children’s Choir and VOS Youth Choir, ensuring that young singers get the same enriching experiences that shaped her own journey. While she has stepped off the stage, she is just as passionate about supporting the next generation from behind the scenes. And when she is not chasing singers around, she’s off chasing sunsets and ocean views with an iced matcha in hand.

Words, music, and storytelling: Curie brings them together as the Marketing Manager of Voices of Singapore. With a Bachelor’s and Master’s in Communications & New Media from NUS (and a minor from the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music for good measure), she ensures that VOS’ work in the arts and charity sectors gets the recognition it deserves.
Before joining VOS, she built her expertise in social media and public relations agencies, even spending a year navigating the fast-paced business scene in Shanghai. When she’s not crafting campaigns or perfecting the art of a well-timed tagline, you’ll find her at the piano accompanying singers and instrumentalists, gigging with her band MOHANO, or singing with VOS choirs.
Marketing by day, music by night—Curie lives by the motto that life in the arts never just has one soundtrack.

With a bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance, Joyce is passionate about navigating compliance complexities and maintaining financial integrity. At VOS, she ensures that while the music soars, the finances stay grounded.
Before joining the organisation, she worked as a tax professional, guiding companies through the intricacies of IRAS compliance. When not immersed in spreadsheets, Joyce enjoys painting and delving into psychology, always curious about the intersection of logic and human behaviour.

Music has shaped every chapter of Daniel’s journey: from arranging for the school band and playing the clarinet in a wind ensemble, to teaching in special education and preschool settings. Each experience highlighted the power of music to bring people together and spark creativity. After a mid-career transition from a customer-care role, Daniel returned to his musical roots. Now, he focuses on creating spaces where everyone can connect through music and discover their own unique rhythm.