Symphonic Band

The BDS Symphonic Band prides itself in being an energetic and passionate group of music lovers who knows the value of cooperation and hard work in creating beautiful music. In the capable hands of professional conductors and tutors, students learn how to play a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument built on a strong foundation of music theory. Regardless of starting point, all band members will be given many opportunities to showcase their talents and hard work through a variety of performances in school and in the community, such as the BDS CCA Fair, Musical Escapades @ Changi Airport in 2023 and the Kampong Chai Chee National Day Carnival in 2024, to name a few. Furthermore, in 2025, we are excited to be invited by Esplanade-Theatres on the Bay to take part in the Limelight series at the Esplanade Concert Hall.

In line with the school motto, Success through Endeavour, BDS Symphonic Band strives to develop its members’ musical talents through discipline and dedication to the craft. The band aims to foster strong bonds amongst its band members and the community while pursuing excellence in their musicality, thus staying true to the band’s conviction - In Music We Believe.

Vision

To inculcate disciplined and empathetic students who are both passionate and compassionate, and who strive to be champions of music-making.

Motto

In Music, We Believe

Key Events

2024

Symphonic Tapestries: Bedok South Symphonic Band X Novo Winds @ Victoria Concert Hall
Kampong Chai Chee National Day Carnival
New Horizons: A Junior Band Showcase
Learning Journey to SYF Arts Demonstration (Marching Bands)
School Events (CCA Fair, CNY Celebrations, National Day Celebrations, Speech Day)

2023
Singapore Youth Festival
School Events (CCA Fair, CNY Celebrations, National Day Celebrations, Teachers’ Day concert)
Young Stars: A Junior Band Showcase
Red Dot @ Esplanade Outdoor Theatre
Musical Escapades @ Changi Airport
Band Camp & Band Exchanges
Learning Journeys to SSO SYF Demonstration Concert & SSOpops: The Music of Hans Zimmer

2022
School Events (CCA Fair, CNY Celebrations, National Day Concert, Teachers’ Day concert)
New Beginnings: A Junior Band Showcase
Red Dot @ Esplanade Outdoor Theatre
Musical Escapades @ Jewel Changi
Youth Band Leaders’ Symposium
School’s Out @ Infinite Studios

2021
School Events (CCA Fair)
SYF Arts Presentation (Flexi-Band)
New Beginnings: A Junior Band Showcase
Youth Arts Leaders Conference

Achievements

SYF 2023 – Certificate of Distinction
SYF 2021 – Certificate of Distinction (Team A)
SYF 2021 – Certificate of Accomplishment (Team B)

Teachers-in-Charge

Ms Siti Fatimah Bte Muhammad Tahir (OIC)
Ms Tan Xinyi Cherlyn
Ms Khoo Su-Lin (Mrs Teo)
Ms Chen Huimin Jillian
And External Instructors

Leadership

Drum Major
Band Major (Events) & Band Major (Admin)
Secretary
Student Conductor
Quartermaster (Brass) & Assistant Quartermaster (Brass)
Quartermaster (Woodwind) & Assistant Quartermaster (Woodwind)
Librarian & Assistant Librarian
Marketing & Welfare Officer & Assistant Marketing & Welfare Officer
Section Leaders & Assistant Section Leaders