HOSSAN-AH! Celebrating 20 LEONG Years! 20 years of talking-kok and still going strong, be prepared for a night of laughs. Until Aug 4, 8pm (4pm matinees on weekends), Drama Centre Theatre. Tickets from S$17 to S$47 at Sistic.
LOCALMOTION. Veterans and up-and-coming musos from Singapore take to the stage in the celebration of homegrown talent. Featuring The Summer State, Farid Long, Jaime Wong and Johnny Eyeglass. Aug 2 to 4, various times, Esplanade Outdoor Theatre. Free.
THE XX. Yes, The xx are back. Aug 2, 8pm, The Star Theatre.
LIFE STORY. Des Wong pays tribute to Dick Lee. Aug 2 to 4, various times, Esplanade Concourse. Free.
RUSSIAN MASTERPIECES I: TCHAIKOVSKY’S VIOLIN CONCERTO. Ukrainian violinist Valeriy Sokolov joins the SSO for a night of Tchaikovsky. Aug 2, 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets from S$15 to S$90 at Sistic.
RISING PHOENIX. Drum Tao returns to Singapore as it turns 20, celebrating the power of their beats that have moved many around the world. Aug 2, 3pm 8pm, Esplanade Theatre. Tickets from S$58 to S$128 at Sistic.
MAKE SOME NOISE. Mentees from this year’s Noise apprenticeship programme will showcase their music for your delectation, including Punkanation, Take Two, Linquist, Victoria Street and Orangecove. Aug 3 and 10, various times, Basement 4, ION Orchard. Free.
HACKEN LEE. Veteran Hong Kong singer’s debut concert in Singapore. They call him “flawless”. Aug 3, 7.30pm, The MAX Pavilion @ Singapore Expo. Tickets from S$68 to S$148 at Sistic.
MODERN VOICES – CLASS OF 1978. Ding Yi Company brings to Singapore the echoes of history, performing works of the first graduating batch of Chinese composers after the Cultural Revolution, including Tan Dun, Zhou Long and others. Aug 3, 7.30pm, Esplanade Recital Studio. Tickets at S$25 from Sistic.
PET SHOP BOYS. Fans who like the duo’s latest album Electric can hop on their world tour stop in Singapore for more. Aug 3, 8pm, Compass Ballroom, Resorts World Convention Centre. Tickets from S$88 to S$198 at Sistic.
SIMPLY THE BEST. Nostalgia finds a friend in Hong Kong singer Francis Yip, who promises a concert for those good old days. Karaoke chart toppers included. Aug 3, 8pm, Festive Grand Theatre, Resorts World Sentosa. Tickets from S$78 to S$198 at Sistic.
EVOCATIONS. Join rising young pianist Khoo Hui Ling for an evening with eclectic pieces from Scarlatti, Debussy, Chopin and Beethoven. Aug 4, 8pm, Esplanade Recital Studio. Tickets at S$25 from Sistic.
CAI XIAO HU LONG QIAN YU. Sing along to Hokkien classics with the King and Queen of Hokkien classics themselves. Aug 4, 8pm, Festive Grand Theatre, Resorts World Sentosa. Tickets from S$38 to S$148 at Sistic.
SONGS OF TERESA TENG. Local singer Yuan Jin honors legendary pop star Teresa Teng by bringing back all her greatest hits. Aug 5, 10.30am, 3pm and 7.30pm, Esplanade Recital Studio. Tickets at S$12 from Sistic.
SPECIAL TEACHER. Renowned Chinese tenor Chen Hao Jin joins his 10 prodigies for a night hitting the high ‘C’s. Aug 5, 7.30pm, Drama Centre Theatre. Tickets from S$18 to S$38 from Sistic.
SINGAPORE’S SONGSTRESSES. Annette Lee performs the works of Singapore’s top female singers, including Kit Chan, Stefanie Sun, Tanya Chua and more. Aug 5 and 6, 7.15pm and 8.15pm, Esplanade Concourse. Free.
BRAHMS: THE VIOLIN SONATAS. Singaporean pianist Albert Lin joins hands once again with Canadian violinist Vladimir Choi, this time for the great Brahms’ sonatas. Aug 6, 8pm, Esplanade Recital Studio. Tickets at $20 from Sistic.
SINGAPORE ORIGINALS. This is the Chinese version of the Timbre showcase of homegrown music, and the spotlight falls on Chinese rock band, Little Fellas. Aug 6, 8pm, Switch. Free (but one drink minimum applies).
FALL OUT BOY. They say rock never dies, and the punk-rock sensation has come back alive after a hiatus with a brand new album and world tour. Aug 6, 8pm, Fort Canning Park. Tickets at S$110 from Sistic.
EDQ! Catch Singaporean woodwind quintet made up of the flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon and the horn (and their players, obviously). Aug 7, 8pm, Esplanade Recital Studio. Tickets at S$15 from Sistic.
NATIONAL DAY CELEBRATIONS. With performances by Kevin Mathews, The Pinholes, Judee Tan, Obedient Wives Club and more, as well as workshops and much, much more. Aug 7 to 11, various times, Esplanade. Free.
YU TIAN, LI YA PING LUO SHI FENG. This is the long-awaited reunion of Taiwan’s renowned husband and wife duo, Yu Tian and Li Ya Ping, and their successful prodigy Luo Shi Feng. Aug 8, 4pm 8pm, Festive Grand Theatre, Resorts World Sentosa. Tickets from S$38 at Sistic.
BAP LIVE ON EARTH. The six “warriors” who debuted early 2012 have their first full-concert in Singapore. Aug 8, 6pm, The Star Theatre. Tickets from S$108 to S$188 at Sistic.
EMPRA. It’s taken a while, but Singaporean muso Sanny Veloo and his band EMPRA will finally grace our shores. Guests acts include Amterible, Plainsunset and guitarist Simon Yong. Aug 9, 7.30pm, Hood Bar. Tickets at S$17 (S$20 at the door) from www.empraonline.com (includes free album and EP).
ERASERHEADS. The ’90s Filipino alternative rock band are back on our shores for their reunion world tour. Aug 10, 6pm, MAX Pavilion @ Singapore Expo. Tickets from S$68 to S$128 at 73downstreets.com.
ONE STEP AT A TIME. Singer Ruby Chen performs the works of Liang Wenfu, one of Singapore’s xinyao icons. Aug 12 and 14, 7.15pm and 8.15pm, Esplanade Concourse. Free.
ASIAN YOUTH ORCHESTRA CONCERT. The finest young musicians from all over Asia will stop over in Singapore for two nights in their Asia Tour. Aug 13 and 14, 8pm, Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets from S$15 to S$55 at Sistic.
LOCAL HEROES. Young musician Lee Fengheng will perform music from the likes of JJ Lin, Corrine May, Electrico and more. Aug 13, 7.15pm and 8.15pm, Esplanade Concourse. Free.
CUE THE BLUES. Celebrate Singapore blues with the Rift Rafts as they perform classic tracks from Straydogs, October Cherries and even Ugly In The Morning. Aug 15, 7.15pm and 8.15pm, Esplanade Concourse. Free.
STEREOPHONICS. The Welsh rockers are back on the back of their latest album, Graffiti On The Train. Aug 14, 8pm, Fort Canning Park. Tickets at S$98 (S$108 at the door, S$250: VIP) from Sistic.
MUSIC AT AN EXHIBITION: THE GRAND TOUR. Explore the variations of Baroque repertoire over time and geography with pianist Albert Tiu, with the prized collection of Liechtenstein’s Prince setting the scene. Aug 16, 8pm, National Museum Exhibition Galleries (Basement). Tickets at S$45 from Sistic.
SSO POPS CONCERT: LET’S GO TO THE MOVIES. Film buffs and music lovers get the chance to test their film knowledge and relive the greatest cinematic moments through music. Aug 16, 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets from S$20 to S$97.5 at Sistic.
GALA: DRUM YOU UP. Global percussionist superstar Li Biao stirs things up on the drums with SCO. Aug 16 and 17, 8pm, SCO Concert Hall. Tickets from S$35 to S$75 at Sistic.
SOUNDWAVES 2013: FOOTPRINTS. People’s Association’s annual concert turns 10. Together with Singapore’s multi-ethnic Orchestra and Dance Ensemble the PA Talents, trace the steps of Singapore’s performing arts history from the 1960s. Aug 16 and 17, 8pm, Esplanade Theatre. Tickets at S$30 and S$40 from Sistic.
LEE KWANG SOO FAN MEETING. Well, let’s just hope the hilarious Running Man star won’t be running away from this, at least for the two hours promised. Aug 17,7pm Festive Grand Theatre, Resorts World Sentosa. Tickets at S$148 and S$198 from Sistic.
CLASSICS. One of the best choirs in the world – the Cambridge King’s College choir – returns to Singapore. Aug 17, 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets from S$28 to S$88 from Sistic.
B-DAZZLED! SHOW CHOIR FESTIVAL 2013. The Singapore Show Choir Academy partners with World Refugee to bring a dazzling show for a good cause. Aug 18, 3.30pm, University Cultural Centre Hall, NUS. Tickets at S$25, S$20 from Sistic.
A SOUTHERN BREEZE. City Chinese Orchestra explores the music of the Min Nan Chinese, featuring tradition nanyin musicians. Aug 18, 5pm, Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets from S$15 to S$35 at Sistic.
MUSIC OF LOVE DEATH. American piano virtuoso Daniel Glover, hailed for his extraordinary technique, makes his solo debut in Singpaore. Aug 19, 7.30pm, Esplanade Recital Studio. Tickets at S$33 from Eventfinda.
ONAM NITE. A night of festivities with Padmashri Dr K J Yesudas and rising star Vijay Yesudas. Aug 23, 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets from S$35 to S$105 from Sistic.
FRANZ SCHUBERT UN(FINISHED) PIANO SONATAS. All those who spent sleepless nights wondering how Schubert’s 7 unfinished piano sonatas would have ended can now find out, as Neil Crossland gives his answers to those questions. Aug 23 and 24, 7.30pm, SOTA Concert Hall. Tickets at S$35 from Sistic.
SINGAPORE NIGHT FESTIVAL. Two weekends of alternative music, experimental arts, horror films and street food. The Tribal Gathering of the Jaw Benders will feature artists like Typewriter, The Pinholes, This Is Atlantis and others. Aug 23, 24, 30 and 31, 7pm, The Substation. Free.
IGNITE! MUSIC FESTIVAL. Catch the best of local bands at the biggest edition of this annual festival organised by students from Republic Poly. Aug 23 and 24, 5.30pm and 4pm, Republic Polytechnic. Free.
METALLICA. They had to build a brand new venue just for this gig. ‘Nuff said. Aug 24, 8.30pm, Changi Exhibition Centre. Tickets at S$148 and S$188 from Sistic.
ABIDA PARVEEN. Touted as one of the world’s greatest spiritual singers, Pakistani Abida Parveen lets her music speak for itself. Lose yourself in the “music that rises from the heart and goes straight to the soul”. Aug 25, 6pm, University Cultural Centre Hall, NUS. Tickets from S$70 to S$300 at Sistic.
MARY WU. As part of the Asian Pianist Masters Series, Hong Kong pianist Mary Wu performs a mix of classical and contemporary work, including the Singapore premiere of four pieces. Aug 25, 7pm, SCO Concert Hall. Tickets at S$25 from Sistic.
IN SONG ‘13. Victoria Chorale – made up of alumni from Victoria JC and Victoria School choirs – celebrates its 25th anniversary in song. Aug 25, 7.40pm, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music Concert Hall. Tickets at S$25 from Sistic.
UP DHARMA DOWN. Award-winning Filipino band, known for their eclectic music, performs with label mates Terno Recordings, Maude, The Ringmaster and Pulso. 18 and above only. Aug 25, 6pm, St. James Power Station. Tickets at S$40, text 8468-7155 or 9836-7120.
GEORGE BENSON. The 10-time Grammy award winner and jazz icon joins the Singapore Sun Festival for a groovy night out. Aug 26, 8pm, Kallang Theatre. Tickets from S$98 to S$168 at Sistic.
MUSIC AT AN EXHIBITION: PRUSSIAN WINDS. Indulge in the majesty of the Prussian Court as Leslie Tan, Audi Goh, Roberto Alvarez and Yang Tien serenade you with the King’s favourite music. Aug 27, 8pm, National Museum Exhibition Galleries (Basement). Tickets at S$45 from Sistic.
PLACEBO. The trio will preview some new tunes and perform their old hits. Aug 27, 8pm, The Coliseum, Hard Rock Hotel Singapore. Tickets at S$88 (S$108 at door, S$148 VIP) from Sistic.
OMM TURNS 5! OMM celebrates Richard Wagner’s 200th birth anniversary German soprano Felicitas Fuchs. Aug 28, 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets from S$12 to S$50 at Sistic.
JESSICA IRAWAN. As part of the Singapore Originals series, local singer-songwriter Jessica Irawan presents some of her original works, including those from her debut album Stepping Out. Aug 28, 8pm, Timbre @ The Substation. Free.
SHUT UP LISTEN! Kicking off what will be an annual mini-fest are Anberlin, The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus and Tonight Alive, all in one four-hour package. Aug 29, 7pm, The Coliseum, Hard Rock Hotel Singapore. Tickets at S$68 from Sistic.
SAYANG DI SAYANG – KARTINA DAHARI. Close friends of Kartina Dahari, Keroncong diva of the 60s and 70s, revisit her timeless classics. Part of Pesta Raya, this year’s Malay Festival of Arts. Aug 30, 8pm, Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets from S$28 to S$68 at Sistic.
CHUNG YIU-KWONG SCO. Whisk through the nine eras of Chinses painting in music with Chung Yiu-kwong, Principal of the Taipei Chinese Orchestra. Aug 30 and 31, 8pm, SCO Concert Hall. Tickets from S$25 to S$55 at Sistic.
KAIFI AUR MAIN. Renowned actress Shaukat Kaifi brings to life the story of her and her husband, Urdu poet and lyricist, Kaifi Azmi. Critically acclaimed, the show is a mix of music, drama, poetry and humour. Aug 31, 7pm, SHINE Auditorium. Tickets from S$58 to S$218 at Sistic.
XINYAO REUNION CONCERT. 31 years is an odd time to celebrate, but hey, anything to have a reunion right? Aug 31, 7.30pm, The Star Theatre. Tickets from S$68 to S$138 at Sistic.
PITBULL GLOBAL WARMING TOUR. Get ready to party with international sensation Pitbull. If it gets too hot in there, at least there’ll be aircon. Aug 31, 8pm, The MAX Pavilion @ Singapore Expo. Tickets from S$88 to S$158 at Sistic.
JOGIA HIP HOP FOUNDATION. The Javanese collective tackles heavy social issues by melding hip hop with tradition gamelan sounds, weaved together with ancient Javanese and Malay texts. Part of the Malay Festival of Arts. Aug 31, 8.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets at S$35 from Sistic.
SI JELITA (OH, LOVELY ONE). Local pop punk outfit The Sallys try their hand at acting in this part-drama, part-concert. Sep 1, 5pm, Esplanade Recital Studio. Tickets at S$25 from Sistic.
AZARIAH TAN. Home-grown pianist Azariah Tan performs the world premiere of “Zraz Za” by composer Kawai Shiu as part of the Asian Pianist recital series. Sep 1, 7pm, SCO Concert Hall. Tickets at S$18 from Sistic.
THE BEST OF COUNTRY GREATS WITH MATTHEW AND THE MANDARINS. The Singapore Cowboy and his band play throwback hits like Hank Williams’ Lonesome Whistle. Sep 2, 10.30am 3pm, Esplanade Recital Studio. Tickets at S$12 from Sistic.
ROCK ON! Pioneers of Indian rock Indus Creed share the stage with Parikrama, the rockers who are all about live performances (3,000 concerts and counting!). Sep 2, 7.30pm, Esplanade Concert Hall. Tickets from S$68 to S$118 at Sistic.
THE PIANO GUYS. These five grown, married men, and one grand piano, have raked in more than 250 million views on YouTube for their classical spin-offs of Billboard pop hits. Sep 2, 8pm, The Star Theatre. Tickets from S$88 to S$148 at Sistic.
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