- Welcoming the Mapletree-TENG Academy Scholars of 2021
SINGAPORE – Four youths will advance their musical education journey with the support of Mapletree Investments (“Mapletree” or “the Group”) and The TENG Academy (“TENG”). Aspiring musicians Jadelynn Soh En Xuan, Ang De Jin, Teressa Teo and Ryan Lim Ming Zheng are the proud recipients of the Mapletree-TENG Academy Scholarship 2021. The scholarship which is in its fourth year, provides individuals aged 21 and below who are passionate in Chinese music with S$10,000 each for a 2-year tenure.
From left to right: Jadelynn Soh, Ang De Jin, Ryan Lim, Teressa Teo
The scholarship programme sets the stage for talented youths to pursue a musical education that may otherwise have been limited by their financial circumstances1. By providing a holistic support system beyond monetary value, the scholarship offers performance opportunities and taps on TENG’s network to ensure a well-rounded experience for the scholars.
“Since the Mapletree-TENG Academy Scholarship started in 2018, the number of applicants has grown more than twofold. We see this interest as an encouraging sign for the continuation of Chinese music in Singapore, and Mapletree is glad to play a role in supporting the education and journey of our young local musicians.” said Mr Wan Kwong Weng, Group Chief Corporate Officer, Mapletree.
“I want not just fellow Singaporeans but also other people to realise that Chinese music is just as nice as Western classical. When I grow up, I want to see more and more people appreciating Chinese music. That’s my ultimate goal.” said Teressa Teo, age 13, from Nanyang Girls’ High School.
“This scholarship has not only helped our scholars continue their passion for their Chinese music learning journey but we have also guided them holistically through our tracked programs such as progress checks and training them for music competitions and grading examinations.” said Nancy Ong, Head of Outreach at TENG.
A total of 17 applicants were shortlisted for the auditions held on 20 March 2021.
For more information about The TENG Company and its initiatives, visit thetengcompany.com.
1 Eligibility criteria includes Per Capita Income for each family/household of S$2,000 or lower.
Mapletree-TENG Academy Scholars
2021
| Name | Age | Instrument | School |
| Teressa Teo | 13 | Erhu | Nanyang Girls High School |
| Jadelynn Soh En Xuan | 14 | Guzheng | Nan Hua High School |
| Ang De Jin | 17 | Ruan | Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road) |
| Ryan Lim Ming Zheng | 19 | Erhu | Temasek Polytechnic |
2020
| Name | Age | Instrument | School |
| Ee Anzhi | 9 | Dizi | Poi Ching School |
| Hong Xin Ying Athena | 11 | Guzheng | Tao Nan School |
| Seetoh Yoke Cheong | 14 | Guzheng | Maris Stella High School |
| Tan Jiale | 15 | Percussion | Woodgrove Secondary School |
| Cheng Yu Xuan | 16 | Percussion | Swiss Cottage Secondary School |
| Kee Teng Hwee | 20 | Guzheng | ITE College West |
2019
| Name | Age | Instrument | School |
| Leow Hua Xi | 8 | Pipa | Punggol Primary School |
| Fong Yu Jie | 10 | Guzheng | Maha Bodhi School |
| Brian Chow Joon Hong | 12 | Erhu | Radin Mas Primary School |
| Ryan Lim Ming Zheng | 17 | Erhu | Temasek Polytechnic |
2018
| Name | Age | Instrument | School |
| Chua Yee Ting | 12 | Guzheng | Qifa Primary School |
| Lu Jietao | 17 | Erhu | Victoria School |
| Chan Keng Sing | 18 | Erhu | Temasek Polytechnic |
| Kee Teng Hwee | 18 | Guzheng | ITE College West |
