Ken Chung has been playing the bass for more than 10 years. He has a unique talent for groove playing, locking down the beat with the drummer and providing ear-pleasing rhythms and notes on the bass. A versatile player who covers diverse genres from R&B, Jazz, Pop, Rock and Latin. He also has a silky approach … More Ken Chung
“We need more of this, and more acts. Do a lecture-recital. Oh, and include our lecturers! Mr. Justin, Miss Lina.. all of them!” -Aina Abdul and Kimberly, 1st year Contemporary Music students. The contemporary music concert by UCSI University’s Institute of Music (IMus) created an understandable buzz almost a week before the event took place. … More IMus Alumni Homecoming: A Contemporary Evening
A graduate of Boston’s Berklee College of Music, Stephanie Tham is no stranger to the local music scene. A piano extraordinaire, her forte lies in both classical and contemporary music. She has collaborated with artists such as Vince Chong, Altimet, Prema Yin and many more. Currently, Stephanie is performing with her 7-piece band,” Nadir” which … More Stephanie Tham
An influential pianist and also a coordinator of keyboard studies at West Virginia University, Dr. Peter Amstutz is also a “Guru” to our very own Prof. Dr. P’ng Tean Hwa, Director of UCSI University’s Institute of Music. The session began with Beethoven’s Sonata in D minor Op. 3l No. 2, Allegretto. While we were all deeply … More Piano Masterclass by Dr. Peter Amstutz
Ee Jeng is an adjunct lecturer at the Institute of Music since 2014. A graduate from ICOM, who majored in Music Arranging, Ee Jeng has since been a staple in the performing circuit. He is an active keyboardist and pianist for local artist and music directors, frequently performing in corporate functions and also music programs produced … More Hin Ee Jeng
As there are no words in non-vocal classical music, composers often need to use their imagination to tell a story. This can be achieved by using word-painting, which is a technique where music reflects moods and characters. Viennese composer Arnold Schönberg’s Verklärte Nacht (Transfigured Night) showcases a perfect example of the art of word painting, … More Lecture-Recital by Ensemble Virama
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