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Events – Huayi – Chinese Festival of Arts 2025

Esplanade Presents

Music

Nanyang Ballads

Trio Sundal Malam (Malaysia)

15 Feb 2025, Sat, 7.15pm & 8.15pm

30mins

(Intermission: None)

Esplanade Concourse

Free
Photo credit: Ho Yip Seng
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Synopsis

Nanyang Ballads – The Spirit of Moving Melodies.

 

Trio Sundal Malam, an ensemble founded in 2018, weaves together ancient folk tunes and contemporary music, creating a distinctive sound that blends nostalgia with modern sensibilities. In this performance, they will take the audience on a captivating journey from China to Southeast Asia, telling powerful stories through beautiful melodies. The setlist features timeless classics such as Small River Flows from Yunnan, Wishing Spring Breeze from Fujian, the Indonesian lullaby Nina Bobo, and the Cantonese opera piece Autumn Longings by the Dressing Table, among others. Each song carries a deep, moving story, resonating across time and borders, while highlighting the rich fusion of Southeast Asian cultures. 

 

Trio Sundal Malam does more than perform music—they bridge the past and present. Through their artistry, they invite the audience not only to enjoy the beauty of these melodies but also to appreciate the timeless relevance of folk songs in our world today.

Language: Mandarin, Malay, Cantonese, Hokkien, Hainanese
Things to Note:
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Artist Information

Trio Sundal Malam

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Trio Sundal Malam was founded in August 2018 by Malaysian tenor Stefano Chen, joined by erhu player Lin Wei Xiong and guzheng player Chen Hui Ru. This trio is dedicated to exploring and reviving the deep emotions and meanings of folk songs, through the fusion of ancient folk tunes with contemporary music, creating a distinctive sound that blends nostalgia with modern sensibilities. Their repertoire draws from diverse musical influences, preserving the simplicity of tradition while infusing contemporary innovation. Their music, both familiar and fresh, bridges tradition and creativity, invoking reflection on land, life, and humanity’s connections. Beyond mere auditory experiences, their performances are journeys into the heart of culture and emotion. The trio’s mission is to explore the ties between people, land, emotions, and culture, creating a new musical language that reflects the contemporary identity of the Nanyang region.

Date & Time

15 Feb 2025, Sat

7.15pm

Esplanade Concourse

8.15pm

Esplanade Concourse
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