Jarrod Yang
Jarrod is the 1st runner up winner at Singapore Street Festival’s <WOW! The Street Festival Award 2009 - Solo Competition>. After winning the competition, he kept a low profile to focus on his final year’s studies. Now that he is graduating, Jarrod is back to take on the stage and the music scene.
Jarrod is a natural with the ability to handle ballads and up-tempo numbers effortlessly. Put him on and watch the stage be set ablaze with the charisma of a professional performer. His verve and quest for perfection on stage will demonstrate what it means to have live performances taken to a whole new level of entertainment.
He has vast experience in performing in front of crowds, regardless of occasion -- this trilingual, versatile, multi-talented, up-and-coming artiste is able to deliver immaculately in Mandarin, English & Japanese.
Tay Sia Yeun
Sia Yeun’s passion in life is music and singing. Since young, she learnt to play the Piano & Er-hu and it was her dream to sing. Her first vocal trainer was Ms. SK Poon and is now taking vocal lesson with Erick Guansing. In 2004, Sia Yeun participated in her First SSF’s singing competition as a duet group named “Red & Blue”, and was second. In the following year, she joined SSF’s singing competion as a soloist & came in third. In 2007, she was the champion of “WOW! The SSF Singing Award”.
Sia Yeun had been performing yearly at SSF since 2004, she also performed in community events like Chinese New Year Celebration organized by Henderson Community Club (Jan’08), in Erick Guangsing’s student concert “ONE VOICE” (Aug’08), in “Sing Sing Sing Concert” (Nov’08), “Absolute Encounters - Christmas Carolling” at Esplanade outdoor stage (Dec’08) and Erick Guangsing’s student concert “VOICES OF LOVE” (Jul’09).
Keeshia Alyanna Bello Soriano
I’ve always been a performer ever since I was young. I love to sing and performing has been my passion. I have clinched so many awards since I started joining singing competitions. I received my first trophy when I was 11 years old. When I reached secondary school, I joined my school talent show and won the bronze award. I also joined an idol talent competition outside school which was called ‘Search for Filipino Idol in Singapore’ and made it through the ‘Final 12’. I won the ‘Most Popular Award’. In 2008, I joined another Filipino singing competition in Singapore held at The Arena, Clarke Quay called ‘Amazing Star’ and made it to the finals. In my current school, Temasek Polytechnic, I also joined another Idol competition called ‘TP Engine Idol’ and clinched the 2nd place. As a career, I have done weddings, as well as country club functions as a part time work. I have been singing for a year now in hotels or country club functions at Jurong Country Club, The Chevrons and The Furama Hotel.
Exposure:
- The Chevrons (Gig)
- Jurong Country Club (Gig)
- The Furama Hotel (Wedding)
- Singapore Idol (Auditioned)
- Search for Filipino Idol 2008
- MacPherson Idol (School Competition)
- Paul The Musical
- The Holy Trinity Church Nativity Play 2008
- 2006 Y2Y National Day Celebration tribute play - “SKINS”
Temasek Polytechnic events:
- iCool Temperature Launch event 2009
- Viva The Arts Event
- Engine Idol 2008
- SAA Christmas Party 2008
- TP Rawks 2008
- SAA Alumni 2008
- TP Open house 2008
- LRM(Leisure and Resort management) course Graduation Night at the Singapore Art Museum
Glen Tiew
Completing his national service in August, Glen Tiew’s passion for singing ignited at a late age of 15 through his secondary school’s musical called Les Misérables (played the role of Marius) that was produced by his principal.
After which he joined his secondary school’s choir and took part in the ABRSM Advanced Choral Singing Certification and also joined his church’s Filipino choir, Pamilya Dugtong. He started taking vocal lessons and also began to take part in Singapore Street Festival since 2006.
In his perspective, music is a very powerful tool to send a message across to people of all walks of life. He also thinks that the music build up in songs also sometimes brings people to a different place altogether.
Glen is currently participating in a Catholic Musical called 13:34.He has plans to pursue a bachelor degree in voice but will be studying a performing arts foundation studies in theatre at LASALLE this August.
Glen’s musical influences are mainly from Elton John, Clay Aiken, George Michael, Robbie Williams, Josh Groban, Adam Lambert, Luther Vandross, Erick Guansing and Michael Buble.
Hai Sing Catholic School Choir
Hai Sing Catholic School Choir comprises of nearly 80 members from Sec 1 to 4 and has been actively participating in concerts and competitions since 1999. The “Hai Singers”, as they are called, have been making audiences smile with their melodic voices through performances at many public events.
The year 2008 marked an important year for the Choir as they were selected to perform at Asean Serenade: A Tribute to the Cultural Medallion Winner Alex Abishegenaden. This was held at the Esplanade Concert Hall.
In 2009, the Choir was selected to perform in a Combined Choir Concert ‘A Day In Paradise’ held at Jubilee Hall, Raffles Hotel.
At the beginning of this year, the Choir was given the great honour of performing at the Official Media Lauch of the Youth Olympic Games 2010. The Choir sang the Olympic Anthem composed by Greek composer, Spyros Samaras and famous poet, Kostis Palamas.
Under the professional tutelage of Ms. Khor, the Choir participated in the Singapore Youth Festival Central Judging (Choral Division). The school has managed to achieve both Bronze and Silver awards through the years.
Weisheng
Weisheng plays Acoustic songs just like how he likes his eggs in the morning, warm, mixed, and made with much love. Let him, his originals and his covers sing a story for you, or leave you grooving on your feet.
VOCALOGY
Vocalogy is the singing studio of private teacher Ms Grace Ng Ee Wern. Students are encouraged to play and learn all forms of music and integrate them into their performance. Students have performed in Singapore Idol and in events such as Fashion Fest and ChildAid.
Calvin Ong
He started playing guitar and singing 10 years ago. Over the years, his passion for music grow. Music has become an important part of his life.
He loves pop music especially English pop and Jpop.
Last year was his first year with Singapore Street Festival. He was one of the finalist in WoW!
The Roses
The Roses comprises of 4 girls (3 siblings and a friend) who shares common passion for dancing and singing. Having won numerous accolades in modern street, funk and hip-hop dancing held by community centers, Central Development Councils, Central Narcotic Bureau, People’s Association & other organizations such as "Breathe" Anti-Smoke dance competition organized by Health Promotion Board, winning twice in a row in Year 2008 and 2009.
They are also the Champion in Singapore Street Dance Festival.
The Roses has since performed extensively, in numerous events like concerts, television shows, event launches, charitable events including at the world famous street festival "Chingay". They were a part of "Daniel Pearl World Music Days" in 2008 and 2009, this is an annual international network of concerts using the power of music to reaffirm the commitment to tolerance and humanity was held with the support of the US Embassy.
Miranda Ho Sze-Yi
I have always liked entertaining people ever since I can remember. Recently, I attended a concert staged by Mr Erick Guansing and his students.
It was then that my passion for singing got ignited and I began vocal training with Mr Erick.
Having a busy schedule with school, homework, CCA, tuition and my hobbies had taught me to priortise. I realise that i have to forgo certain things in order to follow my singing passion.
Beatrize Guansing-Caringal An avid fan of the performing arts, Bea would always find herself moved by great performances from musicians,actors and dancers. From as far as she remembers, it has always been her dream to touch people by her own performances.
A student at International Children's House and currently the youngest student of Centre for Pop Music (where she received 2 awards as the Best Belter and Most Promising Talent), everyone would agree that she juggles her schedule rather well. At the age of 4, she's the youngest performer for this year's Singapore Street Festival. It's her first time performing in another country and she's excited to feel the Singapore Love from the local audience.
When asked what she expects on the day of her performance in Singapore? Bea answers "lots of smiling faces".
Kimberly No stranger to the stage, Kimberly has been singing and penning down music and lyrics since she was seven years old. Her petite size and shy ways drastically contrast against her powerful melodic voice. Kimberly is also known for her ability to sing A cappella and Ballads with ease. She placed top three in Singapore Street Festival’s Wow! SSF Singing Awards in 2009, earning her exposure and recognition in the Singapore’s music scene.
Kimberly is currently working to launch a personal EP by the end of this year, comprising mostly of Ballad, A cappella and Indie tracks. She dreams to take her music onto a more personal scale, capturing emotion, life and physicality.
Jean I am a Filipino/Burmese who grew up in Singapore ever since I can remember and is currently studying in Ngee Ann Poly (17 this year), have been learning singing since 2006 from Mr Erick Guansing and have also been performing ever since. Have sang along side local artistes such as jacintha abisheganaden, Robert Fernando, just to name a few. Have also sang at charity events such as the “Admiralty Fund Raising Charity Concert Event @ Expo” , “Tampines Charity Concert” and also performed at the “Red Cross Home For The Disabled”. Have also guest performed at events such as “Boty Asia Break Dance Competition Fields @ Downtown East” and “2009 Paskuhan & Awit Patimpalak (A flipino singing competition)”.
Have been doing stage performances in terms of acting as well, due to taking up drama in secondary school, had been attaining one of the lead roles in performances such as “Fairfield Methodist Secondary’s A Bright New World: The Musical”.
Growing up performing in front of a vast amount of people, I have gained much experience and confidence from it, thus, shaping me to be the performer I am today. I am extremely grateful for Mr Erick Guansing for sharing his knowledge with the vocal students. My quote I would share with youths who share a similar passion, which is performing, is “Never give up on a single seed, as your hard work would spur it to grow into an apple tree”.
Dr Lee Singing was always one of my hobbies. After starting vocal lessons with Erick Guansing almost two years back, I have become more passionate about it. I’m also a member of the Singing Doctors’ Society & Baihe Ladies Choir and have performed at several events. Singing is a wonderful stress reliever and I’d recommend it for everyone!
Ally & Calvin Calvin started playing guitar and singing 10 years ago. Over the years, his passion for music grow. Music has become an important part of his life. He loves pop music especially English pop and Jpop.
Alison started playing piano since she was 4. She’s classically trained and obtained a bachelor degree in music 2 years ago. Although she’s classically train, she’s passionate for pop and jazz music.
Together they want to share their passion and music with you!
