Voices of Singapore (VOS) Presents: Remembering Our Stories
A VOS SING60 Concert celebrating Singapore’s Choral Heritage
Singapore, 6 February 2025, Thursday — Voices of Singapore (VOS) proudly presents Remembering Our Stories, an evocative concert celebrating Singapore’s rich choral heritage through iconic SYF works, contributions from local and international composers, and exciting new premieres. As the first instalment of the #SING60 series, this special concert takes place on 15 & 16 March at SOTA Concert Hall.
#SING60 is a year-long series by Voices of Singapore dedicated to Building, Inspiring, and Celebrating a singing nation in honour of Singapore’s 60th anniversary.
Remembering Our Stories traces the evolution of Singapore’s choral scene, featuring beloved SYF set pieces that have shaped generations of singers alongside extraordinary works by established and emerging local composers. Led by prominent conductors and composers from Singapore’s vibrant choral community, this programme blends nostalgic favourites with fresh premieres, honouring the diversity and cultural richness of Singaporean choral music.
Concert Details
Date & Time: 15 March 2025, 7:30 PM | 16 March 2025, 3:00 PM
Venue: SOTA Concert Hall
Duration: Approximately 90 minutes (with intermission)
Performers
Voices of Singapore Children's Choir Concert Group conducted by Darius Lim, Tham Pei Wen, and Lim Bee Na. Accompanied by Gabriel Hoe.
Voices of Singapore City Chorus conducted by Chong Wai Lun, Yong Chee Foon (15 Mar), and Robert Casteels (16 Mar). Accompanied by Sharon Ham.
Voices of Singapore Ladies Choir conducted by Darius Lim, Stephenie Lee, and Joyce Ang. Accompanied by Roe Curie.
Voices of Singapore Men’s Choir conducted by Justin Goh, Flora Yee, and Nicholas Tham. Accompanied by Isaac Lim.
Voices of Singapore Youth Choir conducted by Darius Lim, Gerald Tan, and Sean Foo. Accompanied by Roe Curie.
Programme Highlights
Dragon Dance of Shang by Darius Lim (World Premiere)
A Farewell by Isaac Lim (World Premiere)
ODE by Dr. Zechariah Goh (World Premiere)
First Light by Kelly Tang
Little Red Dot by Liong Kit Yeng
Five Stars Arising by Lim Su Chong, arr. Darius Lim
Voices of Singapore extends heartfelt thanks to our private donors and the Tote Board Arts Fund for their generous support, as well as to the School of the Arts Singapore, our Venue Partner, for hosting this concert.
For media inquiries, interviews, or further information, please contact:
Roe Curie
Marketing Manager
Voices of Singapore
Email: curie@voicesofsingapore.com
Phone: +65 96656627
Fatin Humaira
Executive (Marketing & Communities)
Voices of Singapore
Email: maira@voicesofsingapore.com
About Voices of Singapore
Voices of Singapore (VOS) is Singapore's largest singing organisation. It is dedicated to transforming lives and fostering a Singing Singapore through the power of music and choral singing. With over 30 singing groups and a community of more than 1,200 members, VOS enriches lives across diverse communities, creating platforms where music becomes a force for empowerment and unity.
Guided by its vision to celebrate, build, and inspire a Singing Singapore, VOS drives meaningful impact through:
The VOS Festival, the nation’s largest non-competitive choral festival, celebrating choral diversity and excellence since 2016.
Community Impact programmes and the non-auditioned Chorus of the People, creating inclusive singing opportunities for all, including children with special needs, underprivileged youth, the elderly, and adults from all walks of life.
The VOS State Choirs, inspiring both local and global audiences with artistic excellence on prestigious stages.
As an arts charity, VOS champions an inclusive singing culture and the enrichment of Singapore’s communities through music. Its programmes span diverse styles and genres, offering vibrant musical experiences that showcase Singapore’s cultural diversity and nurture its musicians on the global stage.
