‘RING of Music’ is not likely to ring a bell – unlike Lord of Rings’ epic high fantasy adventures. But to literally put three top musicians in the ring surrounded by 200 zealous music buffs drew applause after applause!
Instead of stage upfront, violinist Yap Ling, British oboist Mark Radcliffe pianist Grace Lee, literally took centre stage at the Kian Kok High School Hall concert last Wednesday night.
Greek amphitheatre style stage setting
Organising Chairman architect, Cheong Kok Ann, conceded that he is a secret admirer of the ancient Greek / Roman amphitheatre design, known for its ‘mystery acoustics’ attributed to a purported ‘stunning example of ancient Greek sound engineering’
The annual Kian Kok Education Fair made a physical return this year after a two-year absence due to the Covid-19 pandemic, which saw the participation of 55 education institutes.
Joshua Ho, Financial Controller of Yayasan Sabah’s commercial arm Innoprise Corporation, officiated the fair and commended the initiative as it aids the State Government’s efforts to produce quality human capital through education
Kian Kok Middle School Board of Directors Chairman Datuk Clement Yeh said students who receive technical and vocational education and training (TVET) have a better chance of starting a business.
It is for this reason, he said, the school would begin offering course in culinary in January for a start
‘OF course, this is very academic and my guess is as good or as bad as anybody else,” said Tan Sri Simon Sipaun during a sharing session on Daily Express’ “Double Six: The Untold Stories Documentary” premiere on June 6
The Asia Pacific Top Excellence Brand Committee (APC) founder and president Dato Prof Dr Albert Tan said the new Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership, as the world’s biggest trade deal, effective for Malaysia this year, will create new trade opportunities among Asian countries and accelerate the region’s economic recovery