Upcoming Concert
The SNYCO Alumni Collective ignites the stage with a vibrant programme celebrating tradition and renewal.
Li Yulong is the erhu II Associate Principal of the SCO, as...
The SNYCO Alumni Collective ignites the stage with a vibrant programme celebrating tradition and renewal.

Conductor
Lien Boon Hua
Singaporean conductor Lien Boon Hua is acclaimed as one of Asia's leading interpreters of contemporary music, celebrated for his stylistic versatility and emotional depth. In recognition of his accomplishments, he was invited to lead the Singapore Symphony Orchestra in a landmark concert celebrating the Esplanade’s 20th anniversary. As the founder and Artistic Director of Wayfarer Sinfonietta since 2021, Lien has established the ensemble into a dynamic force in Singapore known for its artistic excellence and bold programming.
This event welcome youths between 10 - 26 years old who plays a Chinese orchestra instrument, and would like to tour the training spaces and observe a SNYCO rehearsal, along with SNYCO Music Director Mr Quek Ling Kiong, and Conductor Dr Lien Boon Hua.

Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
Past Concerts
SNYCO & SCO Annual Concert: Dauntless Spirit 2019
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
SNYCO and SCO’s Annual Concert – Dauntless Spirit – returns in 2019 combining the best and brilliance of young talents to showcase their virtuosity with award-winning compositions. Expect to watch them perform Simon Kong’s Izpirazione I, Wang Chenwei’s The Sisters’ Islands and Law Wai Lun’s Prince Sang Nila Utama and Singa.
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
River Hongbao 2019
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
Soak in the festive season with SNYCO at the popular River Hongbao 2019 at Marina Bay Floating Platform. Enjoy the delightful festive tunes such as Gong Xi Fa Cai, Celebrating the New Year and many more! Conducted by Quek Ling Kiong and admission is free.
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
SNYCO & HKYCO Combined Concert: Together
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
SNYCO is proud to perform with the Hong Kong Youth Chinese Orchestra (HKYCO). Two leading youth orchestras will perform under the baton of music director Quek Ling Kiong and associate conductor Moses Gay, with distinguished conductors Tsui Ying-fai and Kwok Kin-ming from Hong Kong. This concert is in collaboration with the Hong Kong Youth Chinese Orchestra.
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
SNYCO & SCO Annual Concert: Dauntless Spirit 2019
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
SNYCO and SCO’s Annual Concert – Dauntless Spirit – returns in 2019 combining the best and brilliance of young talents to showcase their virtuosity with award-winning compositions. Expect to watch them perform Simon Kong’s Izpirazione I, Wang Chenwei’s The Sisters’ Islands and Law Wai Lun’s Prince Sang Nila Utama and Singa.
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
River Hongbao 2019
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
Soak in the festive season with SNYCO at the popular River Hongbao 2019 at Marina Bay Floating Platform. Enjoy the delightful festive tunes such as Gong Xi Fa Cai, Celebrating the New Year and many more! Conducted by Quek Ling Kiong and admission is free.
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
SNYCO & HKYCO Combined Concert: Together
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...
SNYCO is proud to perform with the Hong Kong Youth Chinese Orchestra (HKYCO). Two leading youth orchestras will perform under the baton of music director Quek Ling Kiong and associate conductor Moses Gay, with distinguished conductors Tsui Ying-fai and Kwok Kin-ming from Hong Kong. This concert is in collaboration with the Hong Kong Youth Chinese Orchestra.
Music Director
Quek Ling Kiong
Known for his charisma and powerful stage presence, award-winning maestro Quek Ling Kiong has been leading the Singapore National Youth Chinese Orchestra (SNYCO) as its Music Director since 2016, and conducting it for more than two decades. Well-versed in the music traditions of East and West, Quek has conducted orchestras around the world. He is the Principal Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO), and has guest-conducted esteemed Chinese orchestras such as the Shanghai Chinese Orchestra, Guangdong Chinese Orchestra, Taipei Chinese Orchestra, Kaohsiung Chinese Orchestra...




