Gao Jian
Born into a family of musicians, Gao Jian is the current Associate Principal Horn of the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO). He believes, one has to be hardworking if he wants to succeed.
Øystein Baadsvik
Øystein Baadsvik carved out a tuba career as a soloist, rather than becoming a member of an orchestra or accepting a teaching post. He has studied under late Harvey Phillips and legendary Arnold Jacobs!
Christian Lindberg
Christian Lindberg is a Swedish trombone virtuoso who has premiered over 200 works, including over 70 new concerti. Read Lindberg’s interview about his incredible career of great achievements!
David Glosz
“A band is only as good as its weakest player. Teach (inspire) the weakest and you will have a great band.” Read up on David Glosz, who believes it’s in the student’s responsibility and self-discipline… Read More »David Glosz
Alan Kartik
“The main factor for mastering an instrument is how much practice the player puts in, above all else.” Read on to see what Alan Kartik has to say about his horn performing career!
Interview with Stefan Dohr
The Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra will be in town this November! And we are opening the October month of Horn with the first interview: Stefan Dohr, Principal Horn player of the Berlin Philharmonic!
David Gillingham
If you have performed the ever popular ‘With Heart and Voice’, you would have heard of its composer, David Gillingham. Little did you know that the theme of the work was adapted from a Christian… Read More »David Gillingham
Cheryl Lim
In conjunction with the Flute Festival @ YSTCM happening this weekend, we bring you the locally renowned flautist, Cheryl Lim, who’s currently pursuing her Doctorate in Music Arts at Peabody Institute of Music!
Introducing Martin Ellerby
We get to speak to one of the finest composers in England, Martin Ellerby. A student of Joseph Horovitz, his catalogue features more than 80 works for concert band, brass band and instrumental ensembles.
Swiss Winds: The NCC Command Band
For the first time, The NCC Command Band, Swiss Winds, was involved in the National Day Parade 2010. We speak to Mr Anthony Chew, Director of Music for Swiss Winds, about its glorious history.