SINGAPORE – Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO) as it returns to VivoCity for two outdoor concerts on 11 and 12 September 2026 for the fifth consecutive year of collaboration with Mapletree Investments (Mapletree). The concerts continue SCO’s mission of bringing Chinese orchestral music into the heart of the community.

Led by Principal Conductor Quek Ling Kiong and Associate Conductor Moses Gay, the programme opens with First Generation, a work by Singaporean composer Koh Cheng Jin, commissioned through Mapletree’s support for local composers. Inspired by Singapore sculptor Chong Fah Cheong’s iconic sculpture that shares its title with the composition, the work captures the carefree spirit of childhood along the Singapore River while honouring the nation’s early pioneers. This is the second of three Mapletree commissioned pieces which reflects Mapletree and SCO’s shared commitment to supporting local artistic creation and developing new Singaporean works that celebrate the nation’s heritage.

Mr Edmund Cheng, Chairman, Mapletree, said, “Mapletree is pleased to partner SCO for the fifth consecutive year at VivoCity, bringing the joy of music to the community. Aligned with the Arts pillar of Mapletree’s Corporate Social Responsibility Framework, our support for new local compositions and accessible arts programmes aims to foster a deeper appreciation of Singapore’s heritage and cultural identity.”

“We are grateful to Mapletree for its continued partnership and belief in the value of good Chinese orchestral music,” said Terence Ho, Executive Director of SCO.” The commissioning of First Generation demonstrates how corporate support can help create new Singaporean works that celebrate our shared heritage while enriching the country’s cultural landscape for future generations.”

Audiences can also look forward to beloved favourites such as The Moon Represents My Heart and Full Moon Blossoms, alongside vibrant works including Good Morning, Sir, Axi Moon Dance and Journey to Lhasa, showcasing the rich colours and expressive versatility of the Chinese orchestra.

A special highlight of the evening is Czardas, performed by SCO percussion musician Derek Koh on the xylophone. His dazzling virtuosity brings the passion and excitement of famous Hungarian classics to life.

Family and friends are welcome to enjoy two evenings of live music under the stars as SCO celebrates the Mid-Autumn Festival with a vibrant programme of timeless classics at VivoCity. Complimentary lanterns will be given out to all audience members.

Concert details:

SCO Goes to VivoCity
Venue: VivoCity Amphitheatre, Level 3
Time: 11 and 12 September 2026, 7.30pm – 8.30pm
Tickets:
– Adult: S$5
– Child (below 12): S$4
– Family Bundle (4 tickets): S$15

Ticketing Link: https://mapletreeaitc.eventbrite.com

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Annex: Programme

SCO Community Series 2026

SCO Goes to VivoCity

九月情怀 September Stories

指挥Conductor:郭勇德 Quek Ling Kiong、倪恩辉Moses Gay

1. 合奏

《第一代》                                                                                                                                  高程锦作曲

First Generation                                                                                              Composed by Koh Cheng Jin

指挥Conductor:郭勇德 Quek Ling Kiong                                                                 Mapletree Commission

2. 合奏

《阿细跳月》                                                                                                                              彭修文编曲

Axi Moon Dance                                                                                                 Arranged by Peng Xiuwen

指挥Conductor: 倪恩辉Moses Gay

3. 大合奏

《拉萨行》Journey to Llhasa                                                                                                    关迺忠作曲

第四章《打鬼》IV: Vanquishing Demons                                                   Composed by Kuan Nai-Chung

指挥Conductor: 倪恩辉Moses Gay

4. 合奏

《早安老师》                                                                                                        李伟松作曲、杨培贤编曲

Good Morning, Sir                                             Composed by Lee Wei Song, arranged by Yeo Puay Hian

指挥Conductor: 倪恩辉Moses Gay

5. 打击乐与乐队

《查尔达斯》                                                                                            维托里奥·蒙蒂作曲、刘智乐改编

Czardas                                                                  Composed by Vittorio Monti, rearranged by Liu Zhiyue

指挥Conductor: 倪恩辉Moses Gay

木琴Xylophone: 許文俊Koh Wen Jun Derek

6. 大合奏 (11 Sep only)

《节庆欢舞》                                                                                                                              卢亮辉作曲

Festive Celebrations                                                                                         Composed by Lo Leung-Fai

指挥Conductor: 倪恩辉Moses Gay

7. 合奏 (12 Sep only)

《丰年祭》                                                                                                                                  关迺忠作曲

Bumper Harvest                                                                                         Composed by Kuan Nai-Chung

指挥Conductor: 倪恩辉Moses Gay

8. 合奏

《月亮代表我的心》                                                                                            翁清溪作曲、杨培贤编曲

The Moon Represents My Heart                       Composed by Weng Qingxi, arranged by Yeo Puay Hian

指挥Conductor: 倪恩辉Moses Gay

9. 合奏

《但愿人长久》                                                                                                    梁弘志作曲、沈文友编曲

May Life Be Eternal                                          Composed by Liang Hongzhi, arranged by Sim Boon Yew

指挥Conductor: 倪恩辉Moses Gay

10. 大合奏

《花好月圆》                                                                                                        黄贻钧作曲、彭修文编曲

Full Moon Blossoms                                               Composed by Huang Yijun, Arranged by Peng Xiuwen

指挥Conductor: 倪恩辉Moses Gay