SIXTY-nine years ago on the morning of March 29, 1954, was calm and peaceful as fishermen were returning from sea bringing along their catches to an old dilapidated market in Semporna. There were only two rows of wooden shops riddled with bullets during the air raid by the Allies during the war.
‘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