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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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'...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
Bridging East & West – Reflections on the Unifying Power of Music with Song Ziliang
11th December 2022 – We had the honour of attending an intimate recital session by Song Ziliang, an International Pianist and Educator at the Bechstein Music World Recital Hall. Song Ziliang was described in the Straits Times as ‘brimming with talent and conviction’ and ‘grandly good’ following sold-out concerts and recitals.
Graded Music Face-To-Face Exams Finally Return to Singapore in 2023!
After what feels like forever, Face to Face Exams are finally making their comeback for our Rockschool and RSL Classical Exams starting Period A 2023! It has certainly been a challenging time for Music Educators facing a global pandemic that has impacted lives and businesses for over 2 years since 2020.
DAWN & SUBLIMATION PIANO RECITAL 2022
HAIOU ZHANG PLAYS BACH & BEETHOVEN | WORLDWIDE REVIEWS
"He recreates a visio...
Pearl River Digital Piano International Competition 2022
The Pearl River Digital Piano International Competition 2022 aims to bring together young aspiring piano players of all nationalities in a celebration of music and passion amid global hardships, and to spread joy and hope into the world.
ASIAN SUPREME
DRUM COMPETITION 2022
The ASIAN SUPREME DRUM COMPETITION 2022 – organised by RS Event Center – is an annual event that aims to encourage a love of drumming and life-long musicianship.
Open to all drummers, this competition serves as a platform for drummers to meet, exchange experiences, learn from established drummers, and gain valuable onstage performing experience.
Face-To-Face Exams Return to Singapore for Street Dance Exams in November 2022!
After a long nearly-three-year wait, Face to Face Exams are coming back for our PAA (Performance Arts Awards) Exams are finally happening from the 21st to the 25th of November 2022! RSL’s innovative PAA qualifications offered the first ever graded qualifications for Street Dance in the world, and Singapore is Asia’s pioneer in spearheading the
Musical Excellence and a Rising Star – Martha Argerich & Friends Live in Singapore 2022
Over the course of three nights from 7th to 9th November, Martha Argerich shared the stage with friends and family in chamber music with the Orchestra of the Music Makers. A Legend in the Flesh Seeing a living legend perform live in person was such a surreal experience for a sold out crowd at the […]
Living Legend Martha Argerich Returns to Singapore for 3-Day Concert Series
November 2022 is shaping up to be a fantastic month for Classical Music in Singapore. Among this month’s highlights is a series of concerts by Concert Pianist Extraordinaire, Martha Argerich from 7th – 9th November at Singapore’s national performing arts centre, the Esplanade whose futuristic architecture proves to be a fitting match to Argerich’s commitment […]
Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2022 Grand Finals
Spirits were high at the Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2022 Grand Finals, with a total of 87 finalists vying for the top spots in 4 main categories at the Singpost Theatre in Singapore. The day opened with the final rounds in the Rockschool category where contestants played their renditions of the Rockschool Drums pieces in
2022 Pearl River Digital Piano International Competition Singapore & S.E.A. Regional Finals – Conquering Obstacles in the Name of Music
Children Category Winners Junior Category Winners Intermediate Category Winners Open Category Winners The Pearl River Digital Piano International Competition 2022 held its Regional Finals on the 2nd of October 2022. We were privileged to witness some of Singapore’s best aspiring young pianists, many of whom were taking their first steps into the competition
RS Event Center Opens a New Office at Funan Mall
RSL Singapore is now more accessible than ever with our new main office at Level 4 of Funan Mall! You can now register for your exams, purchase your next Rockschool Book, or visit us for a consultation right in the heart of the City Hall. As a bonus, there are tons of instrument shops
Celebrating Milestones for RS Event Center & RSL
On 14th September 2022, RSEC hosted a special get together in celebration of RSL’s 30th Anniversary, and the 5th Anniversary of RS Event Center as the official representative of RSL in Singapore. The event was graced by Guest-of-Honour Mr Alistair Platt, RSL’s Director of Business Development who gave a rundown of RSL’s achievements over
Sir Stephen Hough: A VERY SMALL CONCERTO
4th September 2022, Singapore – Sir Stephen Hough recently returned to Singapore for a solo recital, and a concerto performance with the professional chamber group reSound Collective. Sir Stephen played Brahms’ Second Piano Concerto – a 4-movement work playing close to 50 minutes.
Nightscapes – An Evening of Music with Sir Stephen Hough
The RS Event Center team was treated to a delightful opportunity to witness the first live performance by Sir Stephen Hough in Singapore since his induction into knighthood by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II for his vast contributions in the field of Music.
Mind-Blowing Beats at the 2022 Asian Supreme Drum Competition
The Asian Supreme Drum Competition 2022 kicked off after a 2-year hiatus, and the energy was absolutely uplifting! From morning till evening over the weekend of 13th-14th August, we had the privilege of sharing in the excitement felt by over 250 young drummers, family and other supporters to finally be playing live again […]
Sevillana Acoustic Guitars Launch in Singapore
9th August 2022 marks Singapore’s 57th National Day, and also the launch of a new line of affordable, high-quality acoustic guitar – the Sevillana 2101! RS Event Center was privileged with access to a sneak preview of the Sevillana 2101 at Bechstein Music World on the 4th of August, and here’s what we learned. Acoustic […]
2022 Pearl River Digital Piano International Competition – Now Open!
Mark your calendars for the 2022 Pearl River Digital Piano International Competition. Held every two years, this competition shines a spotlight on Contemporary and 20th Century compositions and arrangements, giving our Pop Pianists a chance at an International Competition too! It’s a Piano Competition with a twist! Repertoire may be piano […]
Piano Adventures Teacher’s Workshop Series by Dr. Randall Faber
On 12th July 2022, Bechstein Music World had the honour of hosting the Singapore leg of the Piano Adventures Teacher’s Workshop Series with Dr Randall Faber. The session was conducted via Zoom Webinar and shared with hundreds of piano teachers across Singapore. During the session, Dr Faber shared philosophies on teaching and the ethos […]
Why Attending Live Performances is a Must for Music Learners
Listening to music has become so much more accessible in today’s world with the advent of online streaming services and sharing platforms some songs (both older and recent releases) and pieces have now found a renewed popularity as background music on apps like TikTok, Vine and Instagram (Lady Gaga’s “Bad Romance”, The Weeknd’s “Blinding Lights”, […]
The Asian Supreme Drum Competition is BACK!
Aspiring drummers, rejoice! Singapore’s most friendly and inclusive Drum Competition is finally back after a 2-year hiatus caused by global pandemic, and we are so excited to hear the drum grooves pumping once again! The ASIAN SUPREME DRUM COMPETITION 2022 – organized by RS Event Center – is an annual event that aims to encourage […]
Haiou Zhang’s Dawn and Sublimation – Transcendence to Serenity
On 14th May 2022, Internationally Acclaimed Concert Pianist Haiou Zhang played to a sold-out, one-night-only crowd of 800 at the SCO Concert Hall. The Audience was transfixed with his enthralling performance, imparting to them a sense of hope, transformation and renewal. In Dawn and Sublimation, Haiou Zhang presented in his signature style, an array […]
Haiou Zhang’s Dawn and Sublimation – Reflections and Transformations in a Post-Pandemic World
Emerging from the fog of uncertainty into a post-pandemic world, Dawn & Sublimation seeks to usher in a sense of hope, transformation and renewal. In Dawn and Sublimation, Haiou Zhang presents the two most compelling Beethoven Piano Sonatas: “Waldstein”, also known as “L’Aurora” (The Dawn), and Piano Sonata 32, Opus 111, the last […]
Story Time! Selection of a C. Bechstein D 282 Concert Grand for Singapore
You may have heard that we have an exciting Concert event coming up featuring prominent Germany-based pianist Haiou Zhang to be held at the Singapore Conference Hall’s SCO (Singapore Chinese Orchestra) Concert Hall, but did you know that recital will also be a christening of sorts for the new Grand Piano that will be […]
RSL’s Performance Arts Awards – Approachable Contemporary Dance Exams and More!
RSL is best known for their Music Qualifications and it has certainly built a solid standard with their lineup of instrument disciplines, but did you know RSL also offers equally accredited qualifications for the Performing Arts? This blog will give a brief look at the PAA (Performance Arts Awards) and its offerings. In Singapore
Singapore’s Estelle Goh Receives Awards at the Kayserburg International Youth Piano Competition
Young Singapore Pianist Estelle Goh brought home a Bronze Award from the Kayserburg International Youth Piano Competition held in Guangzhou China. Prior to the International Grand Finals, Estelle bested over 600+ aspiring contestants in her Category to claim a spot in the world finals. Estelle finally received her winnings from the competition and […]
To celebrate their 30th anniversary Rockschool is looking back at some of the highlights from over the years
Rockschool is taking a trip down memory lane and reminiscing about some of the milestones that we’ve hit. In this issue, we’re taking a look at some of the key syllabuses RSL have released in recent years, as well as throwing it back to the ’90s with some exclusive images of early handwritten Rockschool syllabuses!
RSL Graded vs Performance Music Exams – Which One is Right for You?
Rockschool was founded in 1991 on the ethos of providing structured qualifications for contemporary musicians that, at the time, were only available to Classical disciplines, making the options for pop, rock and jazz players severely limited in terms of progression in their music education. With the advent of contemporary music qualifications led by RSL, there
Your Rockschool Live Video Exam Day Checklist
We’ve all been there. Arriving to your exam centre, all set to take your exam, you’ve checked in and...
KIYPC 2021 Singapore & Southeast Asia Regional Awards Ceremony
The Kayserburg International Youth Piano Competition 2021 Singapore & South East Asia Regional Awards Ceremony was held on 2nd October 2021 at Bechstein Music World in Singapore.
The atmosphere was one of celebration and excitement as the Regional Winners were acknowledged and awarded for their achievement in this year’s competition.
Understanding your RSL Exam Marksheet
Since May 2020, RSL started exclusively issuing Digital Mark Sheets for all Examinations. In the many years past, the traditional hand-written marksheet was a familiar accompaniment to the Exam Certificates. Many a candidate, teacher and parent would then, if they were not so lucky, have to call a conference to decipher the written comments on
Music Without Borders – Our Experience of The Kayserburg International Youth Piano Competition 2021
The world remains in the grip of a global pandemic, putting a halt to the life we know, freely able to move across the world & travel, further highlighting the borders that separate us.
Gone are the days, for now at least, of attending concerts, conferences, festivals and competitions, meeting and mingling (a distant memory now ^_^;) with like-minded individuals from all around the world, and learning from each other, supporting each other, and appreciating music together.