Celebrate the power of music…International concert pianist Lee Jae Phang delivered a series of high-profile performances in Cambodia recently.  The Grand Opening of the First Edition of the European Music Cultures Festival (Nov 1 – 3,  2024) saw him sharing the stage  with violinist Dino Akira Decena and cellist Steven Retallick, performing piano trios to … Continue reading "When genius and passion meet"

Do Good…Carlsberg Malaysia , Top Ten Charity Concert and donors/supporters raised RM3,016,280.00 to treat poor patients. The noble cause is in line with Carlsberg’s corporate social responsibility while Top Ten Charity Concert boasts a 30 plus  year  track record in fundraising for the needy. By Foong Pek Yee foongpekyee@gmail.com Oct 23, 2024 Rising healthcare cost … Continue reading "United for the poor and sick"

Making the grade: The joy and transformative power of music via deliberate daily practice, commitment to regular piano lessons and perseverance in the face of inevitable challenges along the way to improve one’s musical skills  – piano teacher Lee Jae Phang. Photo:  A studio recital of Lee Jae’s piano students on Sept 7, 2024. Twenty … Continue reading "Making your mark"

Riding the waves of technology growth:  Dr Lim Huat Seng’s first encounter with a computer was at the University of  Queensland in Australia in the 1960s.  And he went on to head the largest computer center  among universities in South East Asia a decade later.  The Colombo Plan scholar  not  only helped  revolutionize the technology … Continue reading "Pioneering change"

  Simply remarkable :  Twenty-nine  piano students with their piano teacher Lee Jae Phang put on a concert on Sept 7, 2024 – reflecting the diversity of musical styles written for piano and the unique musical tastes and current abilities of each student. Nathaniel Lim Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star (Traditional);  Lee Jie Jun Minuet in … Continue reading "Showcase of talent and commitment"

Teh Wee Chye : Technical skills open the door . Your character and leadership propels you to the top. By Foong Pek Yee foongpekyee@gmail.com Aug 29, 2024 You can stay relevant and innovative in  this rapidly evolving world via life long learning “And it is your leadership and character that defines your success,”  says Teh … Continue reading "Charting a career path"