Limelight 2026: St. Andrew’s School (Secondary) Concert Band

Highlighting the expressive range and storytelling power of the concert band, the programme brings together a cornerstone repertoire with contemporary colour, solo virtuosity, light-hearted charm, and cinematic favourites.

Holst’s Second Suite in F represents the foundations of the concert band tradition with its timeless folk melodies and brilliant writing. Bert Appermont’s Noah’s Ark adds rich modern textures and vivid, cinematic storytelling, while Gary Kuo’s Wingspan places the horn in the spotlight with a lyrical, soaring solo. Shifting from soaring lyricism to light-hearted delight, Leroy Anderson’s Clarinet Candy brings sparkle, wit, and playful energy to the stage.

Music from the screen completes the programme, with the atmospheric beauty of Joe Hisaishi’s Princess Mononoke and the bold, adventurous themes from John Powell’s How to Train Your Dragon, rounding off a concert that celebrates the versatility and colour of the concert band.

The St. Andrew’s School (Secondary) Concert Band in Singapore is part of a long-standing tradition of music and performance at one of the country’s oldest schools. The school, which was founded in 1862, has nurtured generations of musicians, and over the decades its band programme has grown into a well-established ensemble within the school’s co-curricular arts scene.

Known historically as the Saint Andrew’s School Military Band, the ensemble evolved from its brass band roots and was formally renamed in the late 20th century, marking its development into a full concert band capable of both ceremonial and concert repertoire. The band has been active in high-profile public performances, including invitations to play at venues like the Istana and participation in concert events beyond the school campus.

Over the years, the band has nurtured a strong musical culture among its members, balancing rigorous rehearsals with opportunities to build teamwork, leadership, and performance confidence. Alumni and school communities often recall the band as a formative part of student life, fostering lifelong friendships and musical growth.