By Foong Pek Yee foongpekyee@gmail.com July 4, 2026. THE summer of 2026 is special for  Bernice Ooi. Performing for the King and Queen of Sweden on their Golden Wedding Jubilee is a milestone for the Royal Swedish Orchestra where Bernice is a tutti second violinist. Held  at the Royal Swedish Opera in Stockholm on … Continue reading<span …

By Foong Pek Yee foongpekyee@gmail.com July 3, 2026 Mention  the thousands of kilometres of  Silk Road conjures images from camels, caravans, horses to the rise and fall of empires and civilisations. Connecting the East and West, the Silk Road started from China about 2,100 years ago as a  trade expedition – the  primary commodity was … Continue reading<span …

  Datuk Dr Ken Phua and Datin Cathlyn Lee in the music industry. By Foong Pek Yee foongpekyee@gmail.com Photos: Courtesy of BMGB May 9, 2026 She  plays the piano and her second son follows in her footsteps. Her firstborn and third and youngest child, both boys, play the drums while her husband plays a few … Continue reading<span …

STAGE PERFORMANCE :  an integral  part of a complete music education By Foong Pek Yee foongpekyee@gmail.com Photos: courtesy of Lee Jae Music Studios April 30, 2026 It is all about confidence, endurance , musicality and poise. Taking part in piano recitals is an integral part of a complete music education, says piano teacher Lee Jae … Continue reading<span …

A life of service :  Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik with the media at his last press conference as the Transport Minister in his office in Kuala Lumpur in 2003.  The medical doctor-turned-politician passed away peacefully in Kuala Lumpur on April 4, 2026 at the age of 82. China Press exclusive Reporter: Ng Siew Chin … Continue reading<span …

Wishing you a happy and prosperous Chinese New Year.  Gong Xi Gong Xi Feb 17, 2026.