Welcoming the Year of the Goat in 2027, SCO makes its debut at The Theatre at Mediacorp with its annual sell-out concert, “Rhapsodies of Spring“, led by Principal Conductor Quek Ling Kiong, in collaboration with Mediacorp CAPITAL 958. This year, the stage transforms into a radio studio, where real stories from CAPITAL 958 listeners are brought to life in“Letters from Home” by CAPITAL 958 presenters, accompanied by the graceful and soothing melodies by SCO. Audiences can look forward to a delightful selection of familiar Lunar New Year favourites!

Another concert highlight is a newly commissioned work by the SCO a double concerto for yangqin and harp by local composer Phang Kok Jun will receive its world premiere! Performed by Harp Associate Principal Fontane Liang and Yangqin Principal Qu Jianqing, this exciting musical pairing explores the two “foreign” (yang洋) stringed instruments (qin 琴) the harp and yangqin in a whimsical nod to the Year of the Goat, promising a fresh and captivating listening experience. This concert also features Sheng musician Yang Sin-Yu in a concerto  “Sheng: Into the Wonderland”, adding another exciting dimension to the programme.

Welcome the Lunar New Year with joy and good fortune, and celebrate the festivities with SCO and CAPITAL 958!

“Rhapsodies of Spring 2027” is part of CNY Family FUN event series, proudly presented by the SCO and the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre.