YANG Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda ‘Abdul Muntaqim ibni Duli Yang Teramat Mulia Paduka Seri Pengiran Muda Mahkota Pengiran Muda Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah and Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Muneerah Madhul Bolkiah binti Duli Yang Teramat Mulia Paduka Seri Pengiran Muda Mahkota Pengiran Muda Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah yesterday showcased their musical talents at the ‘Music Together’ recital, in the Arts Centre Foyer of the Jerudong International School (JIS).
Featuring 138 young performers, the music and dance recital was a joint collaboration between Yippy Tune Music School and Fitness Zone.
The afternoon was accentuated by Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Muda ‘Abdul Muntaqim, who began the recital with a distinguished solo piano performance of Beethoven’s ‘Für Elise’, before joining a group recital of the Star Wars theme on piano with other young musicians.
Another highlight of the event was Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Muneerah Madhul Bolkiah, who displayed her piano talents in both solo and group performances, together with a group ballet dance titled ‘Lavender’s Blue’.
This is the first recital Yippy Tune Music School has co-hosted with Fitness Zone. Both organisations share a common ground in providing training for students in the performing arts.
According to Deon Ong, the Music Director of Yippy Tune Music School, “‘Music Together’ started with the idea of everyone coming together with the opportunity to fully express their talents while at the same time appreciating the arts, dances and music.”
Yippy Tune Music School brought along a strong contingent of vocal and performers to the event, including several violin players from St Andrew’s School and Seri Mulia Sarjana School (SMSS).
Yang Teramat Mulia Pengiran Anak Muneerah Madhul Bolkiah binti Duli Yang Teramat Mulia Paduka Seri Pengiran Muda Mahkota Pengiran Muda Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah performing with the ballet group. – PHOTOS: YIPPY TUNE SCHOOL
Fitness Zone, meanwhile, was represented by four dance recitals in classical ballet and modern hip-hop.
Brunei’s leading fitness centre introduced dance lessons for young children a year ago, which was met with resounding success. “It is truly an event to come together in celebration of music and performing arts, with the next generation,” said Wu Chun, the Managing Director of Fitness Zone.
“Orchestrating 138 young performers in a recital is an arduous task,” said Deon Ong.
“The success of this event reflects the dedication of the students and teachers, as well as the parents’ commitment. The months of preparation and planning came down to an enjoyable and memorable experience for the audience and the students themselves. The effort has definitely been worthwhile, seeing the joy on everyone’s face.”
“The energy at the JIS auditorium was electrifying from the get-go,” said Marceleigh Blanche, a music teacher at Yippy Tune Music School.
“These young talents have carried themselves with nothing but grace and poise, throughout the event. They have made their parents proud.”
A total of 19 pieces were performed in the two-hour event, which charmed and delighted members of the audience, with its special brand of magic.
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