Saxophonist Dante Tan began his musical journey on the violin at the age of five, before discovering the instrument that would become his voice — the saxophone. In this episode, Dante talks about what drew him to the instrument, the moment he found out he’d been selected for the Singapore Symphony’s President’s Young Performers Concert, and the saxophonists who inspire him most.

He also shares his favourite saxophone piece, and reflects on the excitement and challenges of preparing Tomasi’s bold 20th-century Saxophone Concerto for his debut with the SSO at Victoria Concert Hall.

Saxophonist Dante Tan began his musical journey on the violin at the age of five, before discovering the instrument that would become his voice &mdash; the saxophone. In this episode, Dante talks about what drew him to the instrument, the moment he found out he&rsquo;d been selected for the Singapore Symphony&rsquo;s President&rsquo;s Young Performers Concert, and the saxophonists who inspire him most.
He also shares his favourite saxophone piece, and reflects on the excitement and challenges of preparing Tomasi&rsquo;s bold 20th-century Saxophone Concerto for his debut with the SSO at Victoria Concert Hall.

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.

The Drive Home with Khim Oei

PRESIDENT'S YOUNG PERFORMERS 2025 : DANTE TAN INTERVIEW 

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.

DEDRIC WONG INTERVIEW

From Beijing to Vienna to Zurich — violinist Wang Xiaoming has travelled an incredible musical path. In this episode, he shares how it all began : from a pair of chopsticks to the prestigious Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, his move to Vienna, and the mentors who shaped his career.

Now concertmaster of the Zurich Philharmonia and Zurich Opera House, and a founding member of the Stradivari Quartet, Xiaoming talks about his favourite violin music, his love for opera, and the unforgettable highlight of his career.

From Beijing to Vienna to Zurich &mdash; violinist Wang Xiaoming has travelled an incredible musical path. In this episode, he shares how it all began : from a pair of chopsticks to the prestigious Central Conservatory of Music in Beijing, his move to Vienna, and the mentors who shaped his career.
Now concertmaster of the Zurich Philharmonia and Zurich Opera House, and a founding member of the Stradivari Quartet, Xiaoming talks about his favourite violin music, his love for opera, and the unforgettable highlight of his career.

WANG XIAO MING INTERVIEW

Clarinetist Chua Jay Roon, a fourth-year student at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, steps into the spotlight at the Singapore Symphony’s President’s Young Performers Concert. In this episode, Jay Roon shares her journey with the clarinet, the excitement of being selected for this milestone and why the instrument feels like an extension of her own personality.

She talks about the joy of those rehearsal moments that remind her why she loves music, what she enjoys outside of the practice room, and the challenge of preparing Nielsen’s fiery Clarinet Concerto for her debut with the SSO.

Clarinetist Chua Jay Roon, a fourth-year student at the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music, steps into the spotlight at the Singapore Symphony&rsquo;s President&rsquo;s Young Performers Concert. In this episode, Jay Roon shares her journey with the clarinet, the excitement of being selected for this milestone and why the instrument feels like an extension of her own personality.
She talks about the joy of those rehearsal moments that remind her why she loves music, what she enjoys outside of the practice room, and the challenge of preparing Nielsen&rsquo;s fiery Clarinet Concerto for her debut with the SSO.

PRESIDENT'S YOUNG PERFORMERS 2025 : DANTE TAN INTERVIEW

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