Khim Oei speaks with Dedric Wong, Resident Conductor of Ding Yi Music Company, about his musical journey and his perspective on keeping Chinese chamber music relevant today.

They talk about how audiences in contemporary Singapore are encountering Chinese music, how ensembles like Ding Yi think about context, presentation, and collaboration while staying rooted in tradition, and Dedric also shares insights into Elements,  Ding Yi’s upcoming collaboration with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. The conversation wraps up with a lighter note, as Dedric shares how he likes to unwind outside of music.

Khim Oei speaks with Dedric Wong, Resident Conductor of Ding Yi Music Company, about his musical journey and his perspective on keeping Chinese chamber music relevant today.
They talk about how audiences in contemporary Singapore are encountering Chinese music, how ensembles like Ding Yi think about context, presentation, and collaboration while staying rooted in tradition, and Dedric also shares insights into Elements, &nbsp;Ding Yi&rsquo;s upcoming collaboration with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra. The conversation wraps up with a lighter note, as Dedric shares how he likes to unwind outside of music.

The Drive Home with Khim Oei

The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.

The Drive Home with Khim Oei
The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.