One Melody : Korea and Singapore

Hi Folks

What is Orchestra of Music Makers (OMM) and How are they different from SSO?

Briefly, OMM is a Singaporean symphony orchestra made up of young musicians both amateurs ( non-professional) and professional.

The name was take from a poem to reflect their aspirations and goals of a new orchestra made up of youthful musicians in support of musicians like themselves.

The Orchestra of the Music Makers' name is derived from the poem Ode by Arthur O'Shaughnessy,[6] which reads:

> We are the music makers,
> And we are the dreamers of dreams,
> Wandering by lone sea-breakers,
> And sitting by desolate streams

OMM's music director, conductor Chan Tze Law, who is also an associate director at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory, National University of Singapore

More details about OMM : https://www.orchestra.sg/the-orchestra

They are free to explore the classical and contemporary
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Synopsis
In celebration of 50 years of diplomatic relations between Singapore and the Republic of Korea, the Orchestra of the Music Makers presents One Melody: 하나의 선율.

Under the baton of Music Director Chan Tze Law, the evening begins with the world premiere of what the sea was whispering, a new work by Singaporean composer Jonathan Shin.

Chan Tze Law:
https://www.ystmusic.nus.edu.sg/management-chan-tze-law/

Jonathan Shin :
https://www.jonathanshinmusic.com/about-1

Renowned Korean pianist Kun-Woo Paik then takes the stage for Ravel’s brilliant Piano Concerto in G major, a sparkling blend of classical finesse and jazz-inspired rhythm. The concert closes with the sweeping drama of Brahms’ Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor, reimagined for full orchestra in Schoenberg’s vivid and colourful orchestration.

Join us for an evening of musical celebration and friendship.

Kun-Woo Paik: https://www.altenburg-arts.com/kunwoopaik1122

FEATURING
Orchestra of the Music Makers
Chan Tze Law, conductor
Kun-Woo Paik, piano

PROGRAMME
Jonathan Shin - what the sea was whispering
Maurice Ravel - Piano Concerto No. 1 in G major
Johannes Brahms (orch. Schoenberg) - Piano Quartet No. 1 in G minor, Op. 25

**PLEASE BUY YOUR OWN TICKETS: https://sistic.com.sg/events/melody1025**

We will meet for dinner at 6pm at Old School Delights on the second floor of the Esplanade before adjourning to our respective seats and then meet back during intermission to mingle.

Enjoy!