Concert Band
Objectives
To create a supportive atmosphere where students can grow as musicians, individuals, and leaders while at the same time striving for the highest level of musicianship possible.
Through key programmes, students learn to display values such as teamwork, perseverance, dedication and a mindset of excellence.
Band members can look forward to a high quality music education that provides opportunities for exchange programmes, competitions, workshops and performances.
About the KC Concert Band
Established in 2010, the CHIJ Katong Convent Concert Band has grown rapidly under the baton of Mr. Sim Kim Seng and Mr Ong Yeow Tong. Despite being relatively new, the concert band made quick and considerable strides, winning 5 consecutive Gold awards at the biannual Singapore International Band Festival Competition (2012–2022). The band has also attained 9 consecutive Certificates of Distinction at the Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation (2013 - 2023). In addition, its clarinet ensemble won the First Prize at the Singapore Clarinet Festival Ensemble Competition (2015).
Throughout the year, all members attend numerous concerts performed by various ensembles, such as the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. In addition to their exposure to excellent musical works, the concert band has taken part in exchange programmes with ensembles such as the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, Macau Youth Symphonic Band and West Winds. The band has also worked with renowned conductors and composers such as Yo Goto, Frank Tryoka, Richard Saucedo, Dennis Fisher and Surapol Thanyawibool.
Achievements
2023
- Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation
- Brass Ensemble - Certificate of Distinction
- Percussion Ensemble - Certificates of Distinction
- Limelight Concert Performance at Esplanade Concert Hall
- Concert Performance at School of the Arts Concert Hall
2022
- SYF Arts Presentation Certificate of Distinction
2021
- SYF Arts Presentation - Certificate of Distinction
- Singapore Band Solo Virtual Championships - 10 Individual Gold Awards
2020 – N/A
2019
- Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation
- Woodwind Ensemble - Certificate of Distinction
- Brass Ensemble - Certificates of Distinction
- Woodwind Ensemble - Certificate of Distinction
- Limelight Concert Performance at Esplanade Concert Hall
- Concert Performance at Victoria Concert Hall
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