Composing for the Organ

Synopsis

Pre-Event Testing (PET) is not required for this talk.

Four composers in Singapore talk about writing music for the pipe organ, the instrument known for its diverse possibilities, from symphonic to jazz, ceremony to story-telling. Join them in this talk hosted by Singapore's doyen of the pipe organ, Margaret Chen.

Featuring

Margaret Chen, host / Robert Casteels, composer / Chen Zhangyi, composer / Chok Kerong, composer / Eudenice Palaruan, composer / Phoon Yu, organ

Programme

Opening by Margaret Chen
Chen Zhangyi	First look at the pipe organ: diversity of sounds and possibilities
Robert Casteels	Organists at work: organ in symphonic formation, chamber music and arrangements
Eudenice Palaruan	Imagined community: stories, influences and participation in pipe organ music
Chok Kerong & Chok Kerong	The Jazz perspective: music from the keyboards
Q&A

Duration: approximately 2 hours (with no break)

Tickets

Standard Tickets: $5

All prices before SISTIC booking fees: $1 for tickets $20 and below