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Squid Game is back, and so is Player 456. In the gripping Season 2 premiere, Player 456 returns with a vengeance, leading a covert manhunt for the Recruiter. Hosts Phil Yu and Kiera Please dive into Gi-hun’s transformation from victim to vigilante, the Recruiter’s twisted philosophy on fairness, and the dark experiments that continue to haunt the Squid Game. Plus, we touch on the new characters, the enduring trauma of old ones, and Phil and Kiera go head-to-head in a game of Ddakjji. Finally, our resident mortician, Lauren Bowser is back to drop more truth bombs on all things death. SPOILER ALERT! Make sure you watch Squid Game Season 2 Episode 1 before listening on. Let the new games begin! IG - @SquidGameNetflix X (f.k.a. Twitter) - @SquidGame Check out more from Phil Yu @angryasianman , Kiera Please @kieraplease and Lauren Bowser @thebitchinmortician on IG Listen to more from Netflix Podcasts . Squid Game: The Official Podcast is produced by Netflix and The Mash-Up Americans.…
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"What are your plans after graduation?" "What kind of work can you apply for with a Music Degree?" "You Play a What?" These might be some infuriating and intimidating questions for any aspiring musician. If you are looking for some relief, join Vincent every Wednesday, as he finds out from his guest their inspiring stories, grit, graft and all that it takes for them to succeed in the music industry.
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"What are your plans after graduation?" "What kind of work can you apply for with a Music Degree?" "You Play a What?" These might be some infuriating and intimidating questions for any aspiring musician. If you are looking for some relief, join Vincent every Wednesday, as he finds out from his guest their inspiring stories, grit, graft and all that it takes for them to succeed in the music industry.
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1 YPAW 63: Christoven Tan - Being Perfect vs Being Yourself, Relating to New Music, Practicing other Art Forms, Approach to Curation 1:41:41
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1:41:41This week I am joined by the enigmatic Christoven Tan. Christoven is a champion of new music for viola and in recent years, he has been pushing the possibilities and boundaries of viola playing. Apart from music, he is a practitioner of multiple art forms and doing remarkable work that is that is true to himself. I am really glad to have the opportunity to speak to him. In this episode, we spoke about: 1. His upcoming show Apollo which is happening on Saturday, 09/10, where he performs alongside percussionist Derek Koh the music of Emily Koh and Bertram Wee. A number of former guests on YPAW, so if you’ll like to find out more about them, do check out the show notes! Christoven shares in depth about his creative process in this project and what you can expect from the show. To find out more about Apollo you click HERE and for tickets you can fill up THIS FORM . 2. Having a clear idea and approach towards new music 3. The timing of this project 4. Finding like minded collaborators and what does he look for in a fellow collaborator? 5. Having a curious and open mind 6. “Being perfect vs Being Yourself” 7. Relating to New Music 8. Starting his art studio and practicing other forms of art 9. Teaching philosophy 10. Future Artistic project 11. Music for “enjoyment” vs Performances that is relevant and thought provoking To find more about Christoven and his art works: Website Anna Quenlin Speech Website Xi Jie's film "Singapore Minstrel" Website Episodes of former guests: Emily Koh Derek Koh…
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1 YPAW 62: Mervin Beng - Objectivity vs Subjectivity in Music Review, Origin of Resound Collective, Breaking Grounds in Concert Presentation with Technology and The Idea behind Music Patronage 56:02
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56:02This week I am joined by Mervin Beng, Chairman of Resound Collective , an arts charity organization that promotes chamber music in all its glory. Mervin wears many hats, apart from his role with Resound Collective, he is a music reviewer with The Straits Times, involved previously with music organizations driven by educating young aspiring musicians such as the Singapore National Youth Orchestra and the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music. With his professional expertise in technology coupled with his deep passion for music, saw the creation of 2 ground breaking projects entitled re:Sound is Live and Concordia Quartet @ Home . Both projects were performed in real time remotely, where musicians are playing from their respective homes or separate rooms. Distanced but at the same time maintaining the spontaneous element of music making. In this episode, we spoke about: 1. How he navigates objectivity vs subjectivity in writing music reviews. 2. The origin story of Resound Collective. 3. The challenge of introducing chamber works to the wider audience. 4. His musical journey. 5. How Music Camps/Festivals has allowed him to open his eyes to a higher level of music making. 6. Breaking new grounds at the height of the Circuit Breaker. 7. How his expertise in technology and music inspired creative ways of concert presentation. 8. Music patronage and the recent creation of the OKK Wind Prize at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music. Do check out Concordia Quartet's upcoming concert "Soaring with the Wind" HERE , featuring the works of Mozart and Greig. Tickets are available for puchase in HERE Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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1 YPAW 61: Kevin Loh - "There is more to life than music", The Importance of Family Support, Performing in a Refugee Camp, Fortunate to have music as a career, Identifying one's motivation 1:34:53
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1:34:53I am back after a 3-week hiatus with superstar guitarist, Kevin Loh. Kevin was spotted at the age of 12 by the Yehudi Menuhin School in the UK through his YouTube channel which he still keeps up to date till this day with over 300 videos and over 4 million views! He has since went on to win competitions, premiered concertos and has garnered international repute within guitar scene. Kevin is currently a student at the University of Cambridge is one of the leading young guitarist in the international guitar scene. He was generous enough to take time out to speak with me and in this episode we spoke about: 1. Performing for a learned audience and revisiting Concierto de Aranjuez 2. Moving to the UK at the age of 12 to study at the Yehudi Menuhin School 3. Defining family support in his early musical developments and how music became a family bonding activity. 4. The importance of consistency and compounding progress. 5. Performing alongside his father and how it helped to working through his performance anxiety. 6. His time spent in the refugee camp in Calais, France and the profound impact music has on people and different communities. 7. His quote “There is more to life than Music” and how it has informed him on his decision making. 8. His hopes for future contribution towards the Singapore guitar development. 9. How we are fortunate to be working as musicians. 10. Identifying the motivation behind music. Find out more about Kevin's work Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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1 YPAW 60: Jonathan Shin - People-Centric Approach to Music and Life, Piano and The Cane, Tips on Improvisation, 200 Years of Singapore History in The 1819 Suite, Approach to Mentorship 1:14:43
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1:14:43This week I am joined by Jonathan Shin, pianist, composer, hardcore bookworm and a fantastic guest! In this episode, Jonathan and I spoke about: 1. Pursuing his doctoral studies remotely 2. Developing his people-centric approach to music and life in general 3. His relationship with practice, piano and the cane 4. His tip for getting into improvisation 5. His creative process behind The 1819 Suite commissioned by Resound Collective 6. Composing fast music vs slow music 7. Who are the Lorong Boys and what do they do? 8. Creating music that represents the personality of the group 9. Their approach to being the ensemble in residence at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory 10. Writing text and music for operas and musicals 11. His fiction reading list The 1819 Suite is commissioned and presented by Resound Collective , produced by Chamber Music and Arts Singapore , and is available in The Glasshouse with FREE access for a limited time: 7 Aug – 19 Sep 2021 in celebration of Singapore's 56th National Day. The 1819 Suite can still be accessed in The Glasshouse after 19 Sept, with their membership subscription. The Glasshouse is offering a National Day discount of 20% off the first month of subscription with the code "NationalDay20". Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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1 YPAW 59: My Motivation Struggles - Lack of Motivation, Detaching my views from my Identity, Defining my personal values, Rethinking how to live a value driven life 19:01
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19:01This episode is a riff on the ups and downs that I have felt in the last few months. About six months ago, my motivation was at an all time low. Practice has become labourious and requires large amount of effort. But it was rather helpful to have some space to think about what my life and work would look like if everything was based on my value rather than my belief and views. I am interested to hear what all of you have to say about this episode! The Knowledge Project Podcast: Website YouTube Spotify Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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1 YPAW 58: Lau Wen Rong - Love for Trumpet, Hating Classical Music, Impact of being in a Youth Orchestra, Coping with Self-Imposed Pressure, Perfection VS Excellence, Staying in the Present 1:16:11
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1:16:11This week I am joined by Lau Wen Rong, Wen Rong is a prize winner in multiple competitions and is currently part of the trumpet section in the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. Apart from his busy performance schedule and his ability to rise up against any high pressure situation, Wen Rong is an active teacher and have been inspiring students of various age group. 1. Our Chung Cheng stories 2. Why he was a vegetarian for such a long time 3. His musical and career developments 4. The impact of the Singapore National Youth Orchestra (SNYO) and the former Singapore National Youth Training Orchestra on him 5. Coping with self imposed pressure 6. Perfection VS Excellence 7. Audition Preparation Tips 8. His time in The Julliard School 9. Tips to staying in the present and so much more To register and find out more about THE 4TH NEW TALENT BRITISH INTERNATIONAL YOUTH MUSIC COMPETITION Website Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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1 YPAW 57: Benjamin Yeo (Part 2) - Development of Intangible Qualities from Music, The Importance of Youth Development Programmes, Finding his Artistic Identity and Creative Process, Passion for… 1:08:44
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1:08:44This week we pick up from where we left off from my conversation with Benjamin Yeo. Benji is an avid contributor to multiple facets of the local music and band scene taking on roles as an educator, composer, conductor. In this second part of a 2 part episode, we spoke about: 1. The impact music and arts practice and the development of intangible qualities in a young person. 2. What is the former Music Talent Development Centre (MTDC) and the importance of programmes designed to develop the youths. 3. The importance of composing music that is true to him. 4. Composition is a bespoke "service". 5. His creative process, using City of Dreams as an example. 6. How his love of teaching made him walk away from an overseas scholarship. 7. The changes in Music curriculum in schools. And much more about his love for teaching, current career and the guiding principal that he believes in. Find out more about Benjamin's work Website Facebook Instagram YouTube To register and find out more about THE 4TH NEW TALENT BRITISH INTERNATIONAL YOUTH MUSIC COMPETITION Website Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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1 YPAW 56: Benjamin Yeo - Learning about Thai Culture & Language, Challenges Faced in Music Education and Performance Arts, Finding His Tribe, Inspiration from Mineral Water 1:06:32
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1:06:32This week I am joined by perhaps the most prolific contributor to the Singapore Wind Band Repertory, Benjamin Yeo. Benji is an avid contributor to multiple facets of the local music and band scene taking on roles as an educator, composer, conductor. In this first part of a 2 part episode, we spoke about: How it is perfectly ok to call him Benji instead of Benjamin His obsession with the Thai culture Challenges he faced over the last one year being a Music Teacher and the Dean of the Aesthetic Department The Music Elective Programme vs the IB music syllabus How he never intended to join the school band How he fell in love with the art form that is Concert Band How a particular brand of mineral water jump started his composition career And much more about his musical journey and thoughts regarding music education and band programmes in Singapore. Find out more about Benjamin's work Website Facebook Instagram YouTube To register and find out more about THE 4TH NEW TALENT BRITISH INTERNATIONAL YOUTH MUSIC COMPETITION Website Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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1 YPAW 55: Andy Sim (Part 2) - Building resilience, The Heart and Brain relationship, Deep-Light-Paced Breathing, Fight and Flight 45:52
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45:52Welcome back to this part 2 of my conversation with Dr. Andy Sim we spoke about: A quote that has significant meaning to him Building resilience Addressing the fear of failure The Heart and Brain relationship ANTS vs APES Fight and Flight response The power of Deep, Light and Paced Breathing The importance of staying in the present To find out more about Andy and his work you can visit the links below: https://www.facebook.com/Embodied-InPsych-2112377532140176/ https://embodiedinpsych.wixsite.com/website Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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1 YPAW 54: Andy Sim - Music to Psychology, Navigating Stress, Contributors to Burnout, Why we fall out of love with what we love in the process of pursuing it 51:31
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51:31This week, I sat down and spoke to conductor turned psychologist, Dr. Andy Sim. A practitioner of the HeartMath System. We talked about his career in music and how it eventually transformed into psychology. Navigating stress How did stress come about if we are pursuing something we love The 3 main contributors to burnout This was a highly informative session that I really enjoyed! Tune in to find out more! To find out more about Andy and his work you can visit the links below: https://www.facebook.com/Embodied-InPsych-2112377532140176/ https://embodiedinpsych.wixsite.com/website Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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1 YPAW 53: Ron Tan - Restoring Dignity, Practicing Music 80% Deaf, Responding to Negativity, Seeking Long Term Happiness 1:18:43
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1:18:43This week's episode, I'm joined by Ron Tan, the founder of the Inclusive Arts Movement , an organization that aims to inspire and promote equality between the differently & generally-abled through the performing arts. Ron himself is a self taught pianist and he is 80% deaf, but it hasn’t stop him from performing and composing. I really enjoyed this chat and the energy and passion Ron brought to the conversation. In this episode we spoke: The work and services provided by the Inclusive Arts Movement which includes performances, team building workshops and pivoting into a more digital landscape. His motivation to provide differently – abled performers a platform to showcase their talent and to perform What music means to him and why he chose to be a practitioner despite his aural impairment, and how music helped him build up his self-esteem. Responding to negativity with an open mind and calmness. Restoring dignity to the differently-abled community and providing avenues for social integration. Collaborating and interacting with differently – abled persons in a sensitive and empathetic manner. The future for Inclusive Arts Movement. For the videos mentioned in the episode: Rueben's feature - Friends – Sasha M (feat. AngelK & Reuben Khanal) Workshop Introduction A Million Dreams Find out more about Inclusive Arts Movement below: https://www.inclusiveartsmovement.com/ Facebook Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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Continuing from the previous episode, in this second part of the conversation with Adrian, we spoke about: His decision to take on leadership positions with BDAS and NICA , the difference these organizations seek to create. The launch of the Singapore Band Solo Virtual Championships by BDAS Creating environment for like-minded students to meet each other. How assuming these leadership roles have impacted his life. Where and what does Adrian invest his time and energy in. What this 3 groups mean to him: The Philharmonic Winds , The Philharmonic Youth , Asian Cultural Symphony Orchestra The most important tip with regards to having a freelance career. Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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I should have had this guest on way earlier but I finally set it up and its with Adrian Chiang. If there is ever a Singapore Band Director’s Hall of Fame, he would definitely be in it. Adrian is a well-known figure in the Singapore Music scene and has a portfolio that encompasses music education, conducting and management roles. In 2017, he took on leadership roles and became the President of Band Directors’ Association Singapore and the National Instructors and Coaches Association know as (NICA) founded by NTUC. Providing a voice to freelance instructors and coaches, restoring dignity for freelancers. In this first part of a 2 part conversation, Adrian and I spoke about our unusual first encounter (at least for it was unusual), his decision to lead a healthier lifestyle and how it impacted his work, his thought process behind commissioning 17 new works for each his band performing at the SYF 2021 and his musical journey and career developments. Tune in to this upcoming episode, plenty of laughter in this one!…
This week on YPAW, I am joined by Jazz songstress, Dawn Wong. Dawn is no stranger to the spotlight, appearing on prime-time television as a participant of Project Superstar 2. Since then she was continued to take her career on an upward trajectory, receiving the Music Scholarship offered by the Jazz Association (Singapore) and graduating top of class at La Salle College of the Arts. The work that Dawn has created and put up over the years have been truly remarkable and adding on to her already diverse portfolio, Dawn took on the role of Project Director of The One Million Towards Utopia campaign by The Foundation. In this episode, we spoke about performing on live television and dealing with negative feedback, her role as Project Director of the One Million Towards Utopia movement by The Foundation and what is it about, the difference that The Foundation seeks to make. The relevance of the arts in our daily lives, her musical journey and career developments, creating her own musical identity and style. Keeping her creative muscle working in tough times, the creation of Jazz for Kids, the creative process behind her album, Marco Lopo. Growing your work/career as an artist/musician. To find more about Dawn: Instagram Facebook Listen to Marco Lopo: Spotify Listen to Delivery: Spotify YouTube Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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I have recently enrolled myself in a Freelancer's Workshop, a part of a series under the Akimbo Workshops . I have found this course to be extremely helpful in allowing me to distill my thoughts regarding my work and redefining what freelance work is all about. In this episode, I share what this course is about, how it works, a particular story that really resonated with me, working through why I have always felt stuck with my work and some takeaway from the course that I think everyone will benefit from! My apologies on the late release this week! Check out the Akimbo Workshops here: https://akimbo.com/ Thank you so much for tuning in to this episode of the podcast! You can get in touch with me through https://www.youplayawhat.com . Subscribe and share this podcast with your friends if you enjoyed the episode. Feel free to leave a rating and review on which ever platform you choose to listen to your podcast!…
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