On this joyous first day of the Lunar New Year, the Toa Payoh Guitar Club wishes everyone a Prosperous Fire Horse Year filled with harmony, happiness, and success!
To celebrate, we are thrilled to share a special performance of Da Di Hui Chun (大地回春). This piece was brought to life by our members in a wonderful collaboration with the Re:String Guitar Ensemble.
Meet the Guitarists Behind the Music
Here are the dedicated musicians who participated in this performance:
Alto 1
Jeanie
Yoke Ching
Joan
Zhongyun
Andrew
Prime
Michelle
Poh Seng
Bass
Peter
Hon Mun
Tom
Contrabass
Cindy
We hope you enjoy the music and that it brings warmth and renewal to your year ahead.
Happy Lunar New Year from all of us at the Toa Payoh Guitar Club! 🧧✨ As we welcome the Year of the Horse, we wish you joy, prosperity, and success in the year ahead.
On February 1, 2026, 11 of our members joined the Re:String Guitar Ensemble at Nanyang House, Nanyang Technological University, for a special Chinese New Year recording of Da Di Hui Chun (大地回春). This meaningful collaboration was a wonderful way to celebrate the festive season through music. 🎶🎸
Stay tuned for the release of the recording—it’s coming soon!
Wishing everyone Gong Xi Fa Cai and a harmonious Year of the Horse! 🐴🎉
On 7 November 2025, the Toa Payoh Guitar Club had the honour of performing at the Singapore Mandarin Toastmasters Club’s 10th Anniversary Gala Dinner.
The club presented a 35-minute programme to an enthusiastic Mandarin-speaking audience, featuring a selection of Chinese classics that sparked heartfelt singalongs and created unforgettable moments.
Performance Highlights
🎶 Songs & Performers:
Thank You for the Music: Jeanie, Michelle, and Adi
陪我看日出 / 张三的歌 and 若月亮没: Adeline, Qianwen, Kuanhong, and Adi
北京一夜: Kuanhong, Adi, and Qianwen
Training Season: Lisa, Mary, Adi, Jeanie, and Qianwen
我只在乎你: Yoke Ching
Getaran Jiwa: Cindy and Adi
城里的月光: Jeanie, Adi, and Qianwen
🎥 Watch the video highlights of our performance and relive the magic of the evening!
On 17 January 2026, music and a true sense of community filled the ballroom at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Changi Airport. We were deeply honoured to be specially invited to open the Festival of Hearts – SG60 New Year Celebration with a performance that came straight from our hearts.
This meaningful event was organised by Project SMILE, a non-profit organisation dedicated to making a positive impact. It was a beautiful, collaborative effort that brought together and honoured around 300 seniors from various charities. We were also privileged to have the celebration graced by Dr Wan Rizal, Member of Parliament for Jalan Besar GRC, whose presence underscored the importance of community connection.
Celebrating Life with “Viva La Vida”
To kick off this special occasion, 17 of our members came together to perform “Viva La Vida”—a powerful song that reminds us to celebrate life in all its fullness. Every note we played was a testament to the joy of music and the power of shared experiences. Being part of such a unifying moment and seeing the smiles it brought to the audience was an unforgettable experience that reinforces why we do what we do.
These moments of connection, where music serves a greater purpose, are what truly inspire us.
Meet Our Talented Performers
Our performance was made possible by the passion and dedication of our members. We are proud to present the incredible team who brought “Viva La Vida” to life:
Conductor
Jeanie
Alto 1
Zhong Yun
Andrew Teo
Joan
Yoke Ching
Alto 2
Howard
Serene Ng
Doris
Edmund
Prime 1
Joyce
Michelle
Prime 2
Cheng Choo
Serene Tan
Bass
Hon Mun
Tom
Cindy
Guitarron
Adi
Join Our Community
Inspired by our performance? The Toa Payoh Guitar Club is always looking for passionate individuals who share our love for music and community.
The countdown is on — we’re just weeks away from SHARE CONCERT 2025, proudly presented by the Toa Payoh Guitar Club, Singapore’s longest-established community guitar ensemble.
Join us for an inspiring evening of music and community, celebrating friendship, creativity, and the joy of performing together. ❤️
🎵 Expect pop, film, and contemporary favourites — from Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, and Jay Chou, to movie and anime themes you’ll recognise and love.
🎶 This year’s concert also brings together a fusion of sounds — expressive fingerstyle guitar, vibrant ensemble and band sets, and the rich textures of flute, vocals, and cajón percussion.
This past weekend was truly one to remember for the Toa Payoh Guitar Club as we had the honour of performing at the SG60 Toa Payoh Central National Day Celebration Dinner 2025. 🇸🇬
Our band came together to celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday through the universal language of music. We performed three heartfelt songs — Home, We Will Get There, and our original composition, My Singapore — in English, Malay, Chinese, and Tamil, reflecting the rich multicultural spirit that makes Singapore so special.
In video:
Singers (Left to Right): Yoke Ching, Jeanie and Mary
Guitarists (Left to Right): Dominic, Adi and Kuan Hong
Cajon: Qian Wen
The evening was made even more meaningful by the presence of Advisor to Bishan-Toa Payoh, Mr. Cai Yinzhou, whose support and encouragement added to the celebratory atmosphere.
We are deeply grateful to Toa Payoh Central Community Club and the People’s Association for inviting us to be part of this joyous occasion. It was a privilege to share our music and be part of a celebration that brought our community together as one.
Happy 60th Birthday, Singapore! 🎉 Here’s to many more years of unity, harmony, and progress.
On 23 August 2025, Toa Payoh Guitar Club brought the enchanting sounds of niibori guitar music to the Woodlands Regional Library. This special National Day performance celebrated Singapore’s 60th anniversary, reflecting the shared growth of the classical guitar movement and our nation’s vibrant development over six decades.
It was an unforgettable evening filled with heartfelt solos, intricate duets, dynamic group pieces, and stirring ensemble arrangements that honored Singapore’s spirit and heritage. A huge thank you to everyone who clapped, sang along (even when it wasn’t a sing-along!), and celebrated the joy of community guitar music with us. Some of you even shared how amazed you were to discover that guitars could come together as an orchestra—this is the magic of niibori!
🎥 Watch the highlights video below and relive the energy and passion of the Woodlands community coming together through music.
📅 Our next concert is on 11 October 2025, 2:30 PM at the Central Library, Victoria Street. We hope to see you there!
Join the Toa Payoh Guitar Club this National Day season for a special free concert that showcases the rich sounds of the Niibori guitar orchestra. From stirring full ensemble pieces to intimate duets and heartfelt solos, the programme celebrates Singapore’s 60 years of growth and harmony through music.
Highlights include pop favourites like Viva La Vida and Don’t Stop Believing, timeless ballads such as Everything I Do and Home, as well as jazz classics like Take Five.
As Singapore approaches National Day, the Toa Payoh Guitar Club had the privilege of collaborating with our friends from Re:String Ensemble at Nanyang House. Together, we performed the beloved National Day song, “Not Alone,” to remind everyone that as Singapore moves forward into SG60, we are united as one.
Music has a unique way of bringing people together, and this collaboration was a beautiful testament to that. It was a joy to share this experience with such talented musicians and to celebrate the spirit of togetherness through music.
We hope you enjoy this special performance as much as we enjoyed creating it!
The Toa Payoh Public Library came alive on 21 June 2025 as the Toa Payoh Guitar Club hosted “The Art of Strings: A Niibori Guitar Experience”. This afternoon of music brought together a vibrant audience and featured a special collaboration with the Restring Ensemble for a truly unforgettable experience. <<Watch our highlights video below!>>
The event wasn’t just about music; it also included an engaging awareness workshop that introduced the audience to the unique features and history of the niibori guitar. Attendees got to learn how this distinctive instrument, with its harmonious sound and ensemble versatility, plays an essential role in the artistry of classical guitar music.
A Full House of Enthusiastic Listeners
Performing to a packed library, the Toa Payoh Guitar Club delivered a program that left audience members captivated. The introduction of the niibori guitar was a key highlight, with its signature layered tones resonating beautifully in the library space.
The feedback we received reinforced the magic of the afternoon. One attendee remarked, “The music was amazing and entertaining,” while another shared, “Very good program, please have more of such programs.” The library venue itself was a novel experience, inspiring comments like, “Unique to have a music performance in a library! But why not? :)”
Our rendition of “A Cruel Angel’s Thesis” even sparked delight, with one attendee commenting, “Didn’t realize it could sound so good on guitar! 👍” Such responses are a testament to the power of live music and its ability to touch hearts.
Promoting Classical Guitar Music
At the core of the Toa Payoh Guitar Club’s mission is a dedication to spreading the appreciation of classical guitar music within Singapore, and the niibori guitar plays an important role in this effort. Its unique design and versatility make it an extraordinary tool for creating harmonious ensemble pieces, and events like this are an opportunity to showcase just how compelling this instrument can be.
Looking Ahead to Our Next Performance
Missed this event? Don’t worry! The Toa Payoh Guitar Club will be performing again on 23August 2025 at 4 PM at Woodlands Regional Library. This upcoming show will feature a fresh repertoire that promises to engage and inspire. Keep an eye on the NLB website or our Facebook and LinkedIn pages for ticket details and bring your friends and family along for another memorable afternoon of music.
To everyone who joined us on June 21, thank you for making “The Art of Strings” such a wonderful experience. Your presence, feedback, and support mean the world to us. And to the Restring Ensemble, we’re grateful for your collaboration in bringing the music to life.
Stay connected with us on our social media channels for updates on future performances and events. We look forward to seeing you in August as we continue sharing the joy of classical guitar music with the community!
