Robert Schumann’s Musical House- and Life-Rules: Wisdom That Still Rings True
Robert Schumann is remembered today as one of the great composers of the Romantic era — the mind beh...
An Evening with Tchaikovsky – Noah Zhou and the Last Minute Artist Orchestra at Victoria Concert Hall
An Evening Devoted to Tchaikovsky
On Saturday, 24 October 2026, a sold-out audience gathered at V...
A Singapore Music Brand’s Smart Idea: Introducing the Cristofori A.I. Port
Cristofori, a Singapore music brand since 1980, has introduced the A.I. Port, which adds optical key...
Why Music Education Matters: 7 Lifelong Benefits of Learning an Instrument
Why does learning music matter? Discover seven lifelong benefits of playing an instrument, from disc...
European Sound Pianos in Singapore? Here’s Where to Find Them.
Ask a group of pianists what they love about a European piano, and the same words tend to come up: w...
How to Get Started With Your RSL Music Exam E-book — A Step-by-Step Guide
If you have just heard about RSL Music Exam e-books and are not sure where to begin, this guide is f...
Printed Book or E-book? A Simple Guide for RSL Students and Parents
If you are trying to decide between a printed RSL syllabus book and an RSL Music Exam e-book, this g...
More Than a Digital Book: The Benefits of Switching to RSL Music Exam E-books
Every music student knows the syllabus book well. The worn pages, the pencil marks, the highlighted ...
What’s in a Song?
A Guide to Contemporary Music Forms
Music is everywhere. It streams from our phones, fills our ca...
Never Too Late: The Real Benefits of Learning Music as an Adult
There's a common belief that music is something you have to start young to ever get good at. That if...
The Evolution of the Concert Piano: From Early Keyboards to the Modern Concert Grand
When we sit down at a modern concert grand, it is easy to take its design for granted. Eighty-eight ...
Roman Borisov Makes a Delightful Asia Debut at Victoria Concert Hall
On 29 August 2026, Victoria Concert Hall welcomed Berlin-based pianist Roman Borisov for his Asia De...
Julius Asal to Serenade Singapore with “Last Words”
Deutsche Grammophon Star Makes His Singapore Debut
11 November 2026 · 8pm · Victoria Concert Hall...
A Beginner’s Guide to Classical Music Forms
If you've ever sat down to listen to a piece of classical music and wondered why some pieces feel li...
Coming August 2026: Award-Winning Pianist Roman Borisov Marks His Asia Debut in Singapore
A compelling new force in classical music is heading to Singapore. On Saturday, 29 August 2026, 22-y...
Ron Maxim Makes a Memorable Singapore Debut at Victoria Concert Hall
On 29 May 2026, German pianist Ron Maxim made his Singapore debut at Victoria Concert Hall, presenti...
The Wait Is Over: Jan Schulmeister Debuts in Singapore
Some artists arrive with quiet momentum. Jan Schulmeister arrives with something closer to inevitabi...
Meet the New Official Drum Kit for RSL Exams in Singapore: The Medeli MZ923
We're excited to share an important update for all RSL drum candidates, teachers, and studio owners ...
Bridging Nations Through Music: the Singapore–China Gala Symphony Concert
26 October 2025 – The Singapore–China Gala Symphony Concert at Esplanade Concert Hall was an evening...
China–Singapore Gala Symphony: A Transnational Celebration of Culture and Music at the Esplanade Singapore
On 26 October 2025, the Esplanade Concert Hall will host a landmark evening where music bridges cult...
Matyáš Novák Brings the Czech Spirit to Life in Singapore Debut Recital
On 26 September 2025, the Victoria Concert Hall resonated as Czech pianist Matyáš Novák gave a debut...
A Transfixing Debut: Niu Niu Dazzles at Victoria Concert Hall
31 August 2025 -- former prodigy Niu Niu gave a spellbinding long-awaited Singapore debut at the Vic...
Experience Chopin Through the Eyes of an Icon
Eliso Virsaladze to Perform in Singapore
“Eliso is an artist of great distinction, perhaps the gr...
Triumph and Harmony at the Pearl River Kayserburg International Youth Piano Competition 2025
Singapore Regional Finals
On 16 August 2025, the Singapore Regional Finals of the Pearl River Kay...
The Ultimate Brain Workout? – Try Piano!
Education is about more than just academic performance and grades—it's about empowering the whole pe...
Beats Abound at the Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2025 – Singapore Qualifying Round
The Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2025 held its Qualifying Round over National Day Weekend (8–10 Au...
European Sound Piano Concert Series Returns This September with Matyáš Novák — A Tribute to Czech Masters for Cristofori’s 45th Anniversary
This September, a rare musical experience returns to Victoria Concert Hall as part of the European S...
Karel Košárek makes a Spectacular Singapore Debut with Petrof Pianos
European Piano Sound Concert Series 2025 | 4 July 2025, Victoria Concert Hall
The evening of 4 Ju...
A Musical Dialogue Across Two Pianos: Alexandra Balog’s Inspiring Lecture-Recital in Singapore
Bechstein Music World, 19 June 2025
On a quiet Thursday afternoon, the recital hall at Bechstein ...
The AI Era Is Here: Why Your Child Needs Arts Education More Than Ever
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a far-off idea from science fiction — it's already transfo...
A Czech Master on a Czech Piano: Karel Košárek to Premiere Petrof Pianos in Singapore
Friday, 4 July 2025 · 8:00PM · Victoria Concert Hall
True Music Singapore are pleased to welcome ...
Meet Your Examiner: Matt Willshaw — A Versatile Musician Shaping the Next Generation
As part of the RSL Face-to-Face Exams Tour B 2025, we’re delighted to welcome Matt Willshaw to Singa...
Niu Niu in Singapore: A Dazzling Debut with the European Sound Piano Concert 2025
31 August 2025 · 7:30 PM · Victoria Concert Hall
This August, get ready to be inspired. One of th...
Alexander Malofeev Delivers Stunning 2025 Singapore Recital
14 May 2025 was a balmy day on Alexander Malofeev’s second visit to Singapore (the first being 6 yea...
Harmony in the Lion City – A Weekend with PianoDuo Amacord
On the 26th and 27th of April 2025, Bechstein Music World Singapore came alive with the sound of fou...
Beyond Streaming: Why Live Music Still Matters in the Digital Age
In an age of on-demand streaming, smart devices, and AI-curated playlists, music has never been more...
Will Learning Music Distract from Academics? The answer is —
The debate over whether learning music interferes with academic performance is as old as music educa...
Adaptive, Expressive, Transformative: Music Education in the AI Age
In an era where artificial intelligence reshapes how we learn, music education stands as a powerful ...
Takeshi Oi Makes a Heartfelt Singapore Debut
Takeshi Oi’s Singapore debut recital on 9th March 2025 at Victoria Concert Hall brought together bot...
Take Your Pick… The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Right Guitar Pick
Picking the right guitar pick might seem like a small decision, but it can make a big difference in ...
Alexander Malofeev to Grace the Singapore Stage in May 2025
In May 2025, Singapore will witness the return of a pianist who has captivated audiences worldwide w...
A Celebration of Piano Legends and Rising Stars – Sound of Europe Extravaganza 2025 at Victoria Concert Hall
Music enthusiasts, prepare for an extraordinary year of piano recitals in Singapore! A Sound of Euro...
Celebrate the New Year with NAFA-UAS performing Fanny Mendelssohn-Hensel’s Das Jahr – A Free Recital Invitation
Join us as we usher in 2025 with an enchanting evening of music, featuring Fanny Mendelssohn-Hensel'...
Holiday Favourites Through History
Christmas music has a unique ability to transcend time, bringing joy and warmth to the holiday seaso...
Japanese Pianist to Grace the Singapore Stage – Celebrating 10 Years of Takeshi Oi
Mark your calendars for Sunday, 9th March 2025, and prepare for an unforgettable evening at the Vict...
Liu Ziyu’s Triumph Spirit Over Adversity – Recital Review
We had the privilege of attending Liu Ziyu’s “Triumph Spirit Over Adversity” recital on 3 November 2...
The Soul of Drumming Shines at the Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2024 – Grand Finals
The Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2024 Grand Finals was a truly unforgettable celebration of rhythm...
A Grand Showcase: 5th Amason Award Pop Piano International Competition 2024 Finals
The 5th Amason Award Pop Piano International Competition 2024 Singapore Grand Finals, organized by R...
Hao Rao Warmly Received at his “My Motherland & Chopin” Singapore Debut
Twenty-year-old Hao Rao captivated the audience at his Singapore debut recital held at the prestigio...
Rocking Out at the NEW Rockschool GBD 2024 Launch & Partners Conference!
On 9th September 2024, RSL’s Nathan Theodoulou introduced the new Rockschool Electric Guitar, Bass, ...
The Groove is ON at the Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2024 – Qualifying Round
From August 9th to 11th, the rhythmic pulse of Southeast Asia converged at the Asian Supreme Drum Co...
Singapore National Day Spirit – NDP Songs through the Years
National Day songs have been a staple of Singapore’s National Day Parade (NDP) celebrations since th...
Rockschool: Live from Abbey Road – Sneak Preview of the new GBD 2024!
On 4th July, RSL shared with us a musical celebration like no other: Rockschool's Guitar Bass & ...
Spellbinding Mastery – An Evening with Ilya Rashkovskiy
On the 5th of July, 2024, we had the pleasure of attending a piano recital by the renowned pianist I...
Understanding the World of UCAS Points and Graded Exams
Understanding UCAS points is a bit of a minefield to say the least. You know they are important and ...
Coming Soon: the 2024 Rockschool Guitar, Bass, and Drums Syllabus!
Guitar, bass, and drums – the original line-up. The reason Rockschool exists in the first place. Gea...
Building Foundations in Music: The Essential Role of Theory and RSL’s New Classical Music Theory Syllabus
Music theory, regarded as the grammar of music, forms the foundation for understanding the structure...
Embracing the Journey: The Benefits and Challenges of Music Competitions
With competition season upon us, musicians from all over the globe are gearing up to showcase their ...
Unleash Your Inner Groove at The Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2024!
Hey there, rhythm masters! Get ready to showcase your talent on the biggest stage because the most a...
Is Singing Necessary for Testing Aural Skills?
A topic that often sparks debate among music teachers is whether singing should be a mandatory compo...
Russian Virtuoso Ilya Rashkovskiy Set to Dazzle Singapore in July 2024
Embark on a captivating musical journey with renowned pianist Ilya Rashkovskiy as he presents a dive...
From the Streets to the World: Exploring the Global History of Street Dance
Urban street dance, also known as street dance or urban dance, has its origins in the streets and co...
Rediscovering Teaching Improvisation in Classical Music with Professor Laurens Patzlaff
If you caught our blog from 8th February, we shared about an upcoming workshop session organised by ...
Unveiling the Rhythm: A Drummer’s Odyssey at “Beat the Score” Workshop
In partnership with the local drumming legend Joshua Agilan, RSEC orchestrated an immersive workshop...
Teaching Improvisation in Classical Music – Lecture, Recital & Workshop with Prof. Laurens Patzlaff
On 18th March 2024, Discover the key to transforming your Teaching – join Prof. Laurens Patzlaff, e...
Why Take a PAA Musical Theatre Exam?
Engaging in an RSL Performance Arts Awards (PAA) Exam is not merely an examination; it's a journey t...
The Evolving Tapestry of Musical Theatre in our Culture and Education
With the rise of stage and movie musicals like “Hamilton”, “The Greatest Showman”, and the many Disn...
Super-Charge Your Practice: The Power of Backing Tracks for Musicians
Rockschool (RSL) understands that in the journey of mastering a musical instrument, practicing with ...
Soundscapes of 2024: Unveiling Singapore’s Unmissable Live Gigs Extravaganza!
Singapore, a bustling hub for music enthusiasts, is set to dazzle concertgoers with an impressive li...
Confluence of Human and Nature: Taiwan Pianist Yen Chun-Chieh to Debut in Singapore
Renowned Taiwanese pianist Yen Chun-Chieh is set to enchant Singaporean audiences with his upcoming ...
Musical Games for the Whole Family
The year-end festive season for many around the world is a time to spend together with family – scho...
Concert Etiquette for Contemporary Music Fans – Concert-goer’s Dos and Don’ts
If you’ve followed the concert scene here in Singapore for a while, you’ll likely have heard about t...
Rockschool – A Complete Beginner’s Guide by CEO, Tim Bennett-Hart
RSL Awards CEO, Tim Bennett-Hart, takes us through everything Rockschool.
Rockschool is part of R...
Denis Matsuev Dazzles at the Capitol Theatre
Russian pianist Denis Matsuev gave a stellar Singapore concert on the 21st of November 2023 pl...
Zhang Haiou Stages Magnificent Performance at the Victoria Concert Hall
4th November 2023 – Internationally acclaimed concert pianist Haiou Zhang’s ternary run in Singapore...
Celebration of Music at the Kayserburg International Youth Piano Competition 2023 – Grand Finals
21st-22nd October 2023 – Young pianists came in from all over the region with a total of 99 finalist...
Southeast Asian Drummers Win Big at The Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2023 – Grand Finals
8th October 2023 – Southeast Asian Drummers rocked the house at the Asian Supreme Drum Competition G...
Piano Virtuoso Denis Matsuev to Debut in Singapore
Russian pianist Denis Matsuev will be performing his Singapore debut concert in November 2023 playin...
Returning to Singapore – Zhang Haiou, Pianist Extraordinaire
Internationally acclaimed concert pianist Haiou Zhang returns for his third Recital in Singapore fea...
Drummers of all Ages Come Together for the Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2023 – Qualifying Round
The No. 1 Drum Competition in South East Asia is back with a bang, with the widest age range among c...
Am I Too Old to Learn Music?
Many of us encounter our first music lesson experience as kids who wonder what it feels like to play...
The Brilliance of Future Pianists Shines at 2023 Kayserburg International Youth Piano Competition Qualifying Round
Energy was high and talent truly shined through at the 2023 Kayserburg International Youth Piano Com...
Spreading “Love & Hope” to Future Musicians – Japan’s Piano Duo DUOR
Piano Duo DUOR delighted the audience with polar favorites at their recent concert “Love & Hope”...
The Asian Supreme Drum Competition is Here for 2023!
Calling all drummers of all nationalities, get ready to rock out! — The No. 1 Drum Competition in So...
Kayserburg International Youth Piano Competition 2023 – Celebrating 40 Years of Excellence!
The Kayserburg International Youth Piano Competition 2023 marks the competition’s 40th Anniversary&n...
Love & Hope – A Concert of Classical Music for Piano Students by Pianoduo DUOR
Classical music is the most powerful shortcut to nurture a child’s “empathy” and “imagination”.
A...
William Youn’s Echoes of Silence – Finding Tranquility in the Busy City
11 June 2023 – Hailed by critics as a “true poet of the piano”, Korean pianist William Youn certainl...
Mikkel Myer Lee Makes History at “Mikkel Stars Chopin”
Singapore, 6 June 2023 – At 10 years old, Singaporean piano prodigy Mikkel Myer Lee made history as ...
Mikkel Myer Lee – Singapore’s Rising Piano Star
10-year-old Singaporean Piano Prodigy Makes History as the Youngest Pianist to Perform Both Chopin C...
Where Would Pop Music Be without Franz Schubert?
Most pop songs are based on a dozen or so of the most familiar chord sequences that were "discovered...
Echoes of Silence – A Piano Recital by William Youn
On 11th June 2023, Singapore will be in for a treat as award-winning pianist William Youn makes his ...
How to Get Guitar Picks Out of Your Acoustic Guitar
All acoustic guitar players know the struggle of getting guitar picks lost inside of your sound hole...
Rockschool Concert 2023 Highlights
30th April 2023 Rockschool Concert & High Scorers Recognition Awards was marked by April showers...
Rockschool Concert 2023 Venue Spotlight – SCO Concert Hall at Singapore Conference Hall
The Singapore Conference Hall is a music oasis that resides along the bustling city street of Shento...
Introducing the Voice of the Rockschool Syllabus – Martin Hibbert
Do you know that voice you hear doing the count-in at the beginning of almost every song in the Rockschool syllabuses? Well, we're about to introduce you to the man behind that iconic voice...
RSL’s CEO Tim Bennet-Hart Pays a Visit to Rockschool Singapore
Rockschool Singapore had the honour of hosting RSL CEO Mr Tim Bennet-Hart on his first visit to Sing...
Kotaro Fukuma to Debuts in Singapore’s Victoria Concert Hall to Sold out Crowd
25th March 2023 – We had a very special treat witnessing Japanese pianist Kotaro Fukuma make his Sin...
RSL’s Jono Harrison Conducts Classical Guitar Workshop
On 6th March 2023, The RSL Singapore Community got an in-depth guide to the new RSL Classical Guitar...
Introducing RSL’s New Chief Examiner – Stuart Slater
Stuart is the Chief Examiner RSL Awards Ltd (Rockschool). His role includes line-managing the entire...
RSL FOUNDER, RECOGNISED BY LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD, RELEASES MUSIC EDUCATION REPORT
RSL’s Founder, Norton York, has been awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2023 Music and Dr...