Special Recognition
The Singapore Symphony Group (SSG) would like to recognise the major gifts made by the following donors:
Quantedge Music Director
In January 2025, the SSO Quantedge Music Director position was named in recognition of a major donation to the orchestra by an anonymous donor. The position is held by Hannu Lintu.
SSO Concertmaster,
GK Goh Chair
Established in July 2017, the SSO Concertmaster, GK Goh Chair honours Mr Goh Geok Khim, and celebrates his enduring contribution to Singapore’s cultural landscape. We extend our gratitude to the Family and Friends of Mr Goh, and especially to Mr and Mrs Goh Yew Lin, for their generosity. The position is held by Andrew Beer.
SSO Principal Cello,
The HEAD Foundation Chair
In recognition of a generous gift from The HEAD Foundation, we announced the naming of our Principal Cello, The HEAD Foundation Chair in November 2019. The position is currently held by Principal Cellist Ng Pei-Sian.
SSO Principal Flute,
Stephen Riady Chair
In recognition of a generous gift from Dr Stephen Riady, we announced in May 2022 the naming of our Principal Flute, Stephen Riady Chair. The position is currently held by our Principal Flutist Jin Ta.
SSO Principal Viola,
Tan Jiew Cheng Chair
In recognition of a generous gift from the Estate of Tan Jiew Cheng, we announced in February 2024 the naming of our Principal Viola, Tan Jiew Cheng Chair. The position is currently held by our Principal Violist Manchin Zhang.
Recognising Large Gifts in a Variety of Ways
We recognise major gifts that help sustain the future of the Singapore Symphony Group. The recognition includes naming of a position in the SSO or in our affiliated performance groups such as the Singapore National Youth Orchestra and the Singapore Symphony Choruses.
For more information, please write to Ms Chelsea Zhao at chelsea.zhao@sso.org.sg.