Harpist Renee Yadav opens up about what it felt like to be chosen for the President’s Young Performers Concert with the SSO, and the thrill of performing a 20th-century work with orchestra. She shares how she prepares herself mentally for the big stage, the quirks of the harp that most people don’t realise, and even how her instrument might describe her personality. Plus, Renee talks about the moments in rehearsal that remind her why she loves music, and the surprising hobbies she enjoys beyond the harp.

Harpist Renee Yadav opens up about what it felt like to be chosen for the President&rsquo;s Young Performers Concert with the SSO, and the thrill of performing a 20th-century work with orchestra. She shares how she prepares herself mentally for the big stage, the quirks of the harp that most people don&rsquo;t realise, and even how her instrument might describe her personality. Plus, Renee talks about the moments in rehearsal that remind her why she loves music, and the surprising hobbies she enjoys beyond the harp.

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 : RENEE  YARDAV INTERVIEW 

In this episode of The Art of Calm, art therapist Karen Koh speaks with Khim Oei about how creativity can be a simple and practical way to process emotions and find calm.

They explore how creating something visual can help when words are hard to find, why the process often matters more than the finished image, and what art therapy looks like in real-life settings.

Along the way, Karen also addresses a familiar concern: what if you don’t think you’re creative?

In this episode of The Art of Calm, art therapist Karen Koh speaks with Khim Oei about how creativity can be a simple and practical way to process emotions and find calm.
They explore how creating something visual can help when words are hard to find, why the process often matters more than the finished image, and what art therapy looks like in real-life settings.
Along the way, Karen also addresses a familiar concern: what if you don&rsquo;t think you&rsquo;re creative?

CHAT WITH ART THERAPIST KAREN KOH 

In this episode of The Art of Calm, Khim Oei  speaks with Chan Shi Han, a dance and movement practitioner, about her journey into this field  and how movement became a way to support emotional wellbeing.

From a late-night discovery that sparked her path, to the work she does today, Shi Han shares how the body can help us process emotions, release tension, and reconnect with ourselves , even through the simplest movements.

In this episode of The Art of Calm, Khim Oei&nbsp; speaks with Chan Shi Han, a dance and movement practitioner, about her journey into this field&nbsp; and how movement became a way to support emotional wellbeing.
From a late-night discovery that sparked her path, to the work she does today, Shi Han shares how the body can help us process emotions, release tension, and reconnect with ourselves , even through the simplest movements.

A CHAT WITH DANCE MOVEMENT THERAPIST CHAN SHI HAN  

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.

PRESIDENT'S YOUNG PERFORMERS 2025 : RENEE YARDAV INTERVIEW

The Drive Home with Khim Oei

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