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Welcome to Toa Payoh Guitar Club (TPGC)

At Toa Payoh Guitar Club (TPGC), we bring music and community together through the joy of guitar ensemble playing. Established in 1974, TPGC holds the distinction of being Singapore’s longest-running community guitar ensemble. With nearly five decades of history, we have built a proud legacy of nurturing talent, fostering friendships, and contributing to the local music scene. Whether you’re a seasoned guitarist or someone with a passion for ensemble music, we warmly invite you to join our vibrant musical family.

Based at Toa Payoh Central Community Club, we meet every Saturday to explore the dynamic world of guitar ensemble performance. From large group ensembles to smaller setups like solos, duets, trios and quartets, our focus is on creating harmony and connection through music. While we treasure classical works, our repertoire also ventures into popular pieces, musical themes, and more, offering a diverse and enriching experience.

Over the years, TPGC has been both a nurturing ground for talent and a hub of inspiration. We are proud to share that celebrated homegrown classical guitarist Kevin Loh grew up within our club, honing his craft as part of our community. Today, he represents Singapore on the world stage with his exceptional musicianship. Additionally, TPGC has been fortunate to be guided and mentored by many notable musicians and guitarists, further enriching our members’ musical journeys.

TPGC is more than just a music club—it’s a community where members come together to connect, learn, and grow. Beyond music, we actively engage in organising activities and events, cultivating leadership, teamwork and organisational skills. At our core, sharing knowledge and fostering confidence are part of our ethos, creating bonds and friendships that endure for years. Many of our members have been part of this thriving community for decades, a testament to the supportive and inspiring environment we’ve built.

Our club is open to guitarists of all levels who have basic playing skills and a passion for ensemble music. If you’re eager to perform, learn, or simply connect with like-minded musicians, there’s a place for you at TPGC.

If you’d like to discover more, feel free to visit us during one of our sessions or drop us a message via our Facebook or LinkedIn page. Join us at TPGC, where the joy of ensemble playing, a rich history, and a love for music bring us together to create, share, and celebrate.

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Club Performances

🎶 Happy Valentine’s Day & Friendship Day from Toa Payoh Guitar Club! 💕🎸

This Valentine’s Day, our guitar ensemble brings you the timeless classic “Love Me Tender.” While this beautiful melody often evokes feelings of romantic love, we believe it carries a message that resonates far beyond that.

Through our music, we hope to remind everyone of the importance of showing care and concern, not only to loved ones but to every friend and person in your life. Love isn’t just about grand gestures – it’s in the warmth of a kind word, a thoughtful action, or simply letting someone know they matter.

💖 May this Valentine’s Day and Friendship Day be a time to celebrate every bond and connection that fills your heart with joy. Take a moment to reach out, share a smile and show someone you care. Love, in all its forms, is a universal language and it always feels good to be loved.

Click play and enjoy the tender strains of our performance. May it bring a little extra love and warmth to your day! 🌹🎼

With love,
Your friends at the Toa Payoh Guitar Club 💌❤️

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Member Profiles

🎸 A Family of Strings and Harmony! 🎶

We are absolutely thrilled to celebrate our honorary member, Marcus Loh, sharing a special moment with his talented children, Jon and Abby Loh, in an intimate performance at home as a guitar trio! ❤️ Music truly runs in this family’s veins—or more specifically, guitar runs in this family.

Marcus, Jon, and Abby all began their musical journeys right here with us at Toa Payoh Guitar Club. They’ve grown from dedicated members to extraordinary musicians, and we couldn’t be prouder! To top it off, Jon and Abby’s older brother, Kevin Loh, also started with our club and is now a professional guitarist, flying the Singapore flag high on the global stage. 🌍🇸🇬 What an inspiration this family is to all of us.

Today, we invite you to sit back, relax, and enjoy the sweet sounds of Marcus, Jon, and Abby performing Jamaica Rumba from the comfort of their home. ✨

Thank you, Loh family, for reminding us of the magic of music and the beauty of shared passion. Truly a legacy of strings and soul! 🎵

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Club Activities

🎉 Lo Hei, Laughter & Festive Cheer! 🎉

Yesterday, the Toa Payoh Guitar Club celebrated our Chinese New Year reunion in the most heartwarming and vibrant way! From engaging in lively CNY couplet guessing games to tossing yusheng (lo hei) with everyone sharing auspicious greetings, the event was filled with energy, laughter, and togetherness.

Our members truly made this celebration special. Some went the extra mile, carefully crafting the delicious dishes we enjoyed, while others put their creativity to work on the vibrant decorations that added so much cheer to the atmosphere. This display of teamwork and contribution perfectly reflects the spirit of our club.

What stood out the most yesterday was the shared camaraderie—a reminder that while practice sharpens our guitar skills, it’s the bonds we share that make our club so unique. And of course, amidst all the celebrations, we indulged in the joy of “making music” with food as well as strings!

Adding to the festivities, we also took the opportunity to record a special Valentine’s Day tribute in guitar ensemble style. Stay tuned for its release soon.

Here’s to many more moments of harmony and joy—both on our guitars and off-stage. 🥂🎶 Wishing all our members and friends a prosperous, melodic Lunar New Year! 🧧✨

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Club Activities Videos

Celebrating the Year of the Snake with Music, Harmony and Strong Partnerships

🌸🎶 Gong Xi Fa Cai! 🎶🌸

This Chinese New Year, the Toa Payoh Guitar Club (TPGC) is thrilled to share a truly heartwarming musical celebration—a collaborative effort that brought together not just one but multiple talented ensembles! Partnering with the Restring Guitar Ensemble and even welcoming members from the NTU Guitar Ensemble, we presented an unforgettable CNY medley that embodied the true spirit of unity, festivity and shared passion for music.

Gathering at the beautiful Nanyang House, the atmosphere was electric from the start. All of us, dressed in vibrant red, symbolised the festive energy of Chinese New Year and the bonds we were strengthening through this collaboration. Red, the colour of prosperity and joy, was reflected not just in our attire but also in our music, brimming with vibrant harmonies and heartfelt dedication.

At the core of this project was the formation of a magnificent Niibori guitar orchestra—a symphony of guitars of all sizes and timbres, expertly brought together to produce a rich musical texture that celebrated harmony in the truest sense. This orchestra was a testament to what can be achieved when musicians come together as one. Fueled by shared enthusiasm, creativity and a love for music, we transformed our medley into a moving celebration of tradition and collaboration.

This partnership wasn’t just about performing together—it was also about forging friendships, sharing techniques and supporting each other’s growth. The venue, the attire, the collaborations—all came together beautifully to create a colorful mosaic of tradition, creativity, and harmony. Each pluck of a string and strum of a chord was a celebration of not just Chinese New Year but the strong ties forged through this shared passion.

From all of us at TPGC, we wish you and your loved ones a prosperous, joyful, and harmonious New Year! 🍊🧧 May the year ahead bring strength, wisdom, and abundant happy moments for all.

🎥 Watch the video below and immerse yourself in the festive vibes—don’t forget to share the joy with family and friends! ❤️

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Past Club Activities

Share 2023

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Past Club Activities

TPGC Annual Camp on 14th December 2019 @ D’Resort

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Past Club Performance

TPGC 42nd Share Concert By The Bay 2019 | 1st Dec 2019

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TPGC Open House 2024

The open house for 2024 is completed. Next open house will be 2025.

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Past Club Performance

TPGC 42nd Share Concert By The Bay 2019 | 1st Dec 2019 @6.30pm | Esplanade – Theatre by the bay

This year, TPGC had been invited by Esplanade to perform our 42nd SHARE Concert @ Esplanade Outdoor Theater. There are a total of 2 segments (6.30pm to 7.15pm | 7.45pm to 8.30pm) so do come if you are available or around that place. The event is a Free Event.