Sohran Bushi

Sohran Bushi (Osamu Shimizu) performed by SMU Chamber Choir at School of The Arts, Singapore, on 8 May 2022

Artistic Director: Ms. Jennifer Tham
Conductor: Mr. Kenny Khoo

An excerpt from Wrinkles in The Air XIII: Reverie
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The Singapore Management University Chamber Choir (SMUCC) was formed by five enthusiastic choristers who were invited to represent SMU in the Singapore Chorus of Russian composer Vladimir Martynov’s ‘SINGAPORE’ Symphony, held at the Esplanade Concert Hall. The Singapore premiere was graced by former President S.R. Nathan and the late Mr Lee Kuan Yew.

Since its commencement, the Choir has grown in strength and is one of the most prestigious arts clubs in SMU, having been inducted into the University's Arts Excellence Programme.
With its young and vibrant group of music-makers, the Choir continues to advance in its journey towards music excellence.

The Choir celebrated its first anniversary in May 2008 by participating in the 4th
International Choir Festival –Mundus Cantat Sopot, clinching 2 Silver Diplomas in the Sacred and Folk categories. Over the years, the Choir has traveled to several locations including St Petersburg, Czech Republic, Poland and Austria, to compete in music festivals where it has received many Gold and Silver awards.

The Choir’s most recent international stint was in Salzburg, Austria, with its participation in the 2nd Salzburg International Choral Celebration and Competition in 2019. The Choir attained 2 Gold Diplomas, emerging as both a Category Winner and a Grand Prix finalist.

In addition to biennial overseas tours, competitions, school exchanges and its annual production –Wrinkles in the Air, the Choir also performs frequently at various school events, community outreach programmes and caroling projects.