SCMF Youth Music Camp

- THE 2ND EDITION -

08 - 12.09.2025

SINGAPORE CONFERENCE HALL

BY SCMF YOUTH CHAPTER

Who We Are

WHO WE ARE

In late 2021, the Singapore Chinese Music Federation decided to form a council of young artists and musicians in Singapore that could represent the voices of the youth and create programmes and projects that could further enhance the promotion and love of Chinese music to the younger generation.

A subsidiary of the Singapore Chinese Music Federation, the Youth Chapter aims to provide ways to introduce and promote Chinese music to the younger generation and to give young artists a platform to be heard, empowered and to be the agents of change. These young leaders will also be in charge of leading and conceptualizing productions or programmes that target the younger generation and raise awareness of Chinese music through innovative means. The Youth Chapter hopes to create a community for the younger generation to connect with other enthusiasts and more experienced musicians, while cultivating a sense of belonging. This includes building relationships, learning from each other, and exploring different forms of music making together.

About the Camp

ABOUT THE CAMP

Building on the remarkable success of our Singapore Chinese Music Federation (SCMF) Youth Music Camp 2023, we invite you to join us this September for an extraordinary musical journey at the 2nd SCMF Youth Music Camp, where tradition meets innovation in a harmonious celebration of Chinese orchestral music.

Under the musical direction of Moses Gay, Associate Conductor of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra, talented young musicians from across Singapore will come together to create something truly magical. This year, we’re delighted to enhance the experience with intimate chamber ensemble opportunities led by our very own Youth Chapter leaders Shunta Goh, Kevin Cheng, and Yvonne Tay.

Inspired by our own transformative experiences in youth music camps, the SCMF Youth Chapter has crafted this program to nurture not only musical excellence but also lasting friendships and a deeper connection to cultural heritage. Our distinguished faculty of Singaporean artists provides personalized mentorship throughout this immersive experience.

The camp culminates in a captivating showcase where families and music lovers can witness the remarkable growth achieved in just a few days of collaborative learning.

Whether you’re continuing your musical journey or embarking on a new adventure with Chinese orchestral music, the SCMF Youth Music Camp offers an elegant setting where passion for music transcends boundaries and creates memories to cherish for years to come.

Join us today!

For enquiries, email scmfyouth@gmail.com

REQUIREMENTS

Requirements

Application Process

This camp is open to all musicians aged 10 to 21 who play an instrument in a Chinese Orchestra or Guzheng Ensemble. Parental consent must be obtained for candidates below 18 years old. Musicians who are keen to take part in this camp will be required to undergo an audition process as stated below. Successful applicants will be notified by email, upon which payment of $100 SGD for the camp must be made before the candidate’s participation in the camp can be confirmed. Digital copies of the parts for the music camp will be sent by email at least ONE MONTH before commencement of the camp. Hard copy scores will be provided during the camp. Please note that scores provided will be in Western stave notation format.
Audition Requirements

Audition Requirements All applicants are asked to submit the following for consideration: A completed Application Form A video recording of: ONE choice piece of no more than 3 minutes long, to be combined with ONE excerpt from the piece《台湾随想》(submitted via the above Application Form) Selection of Solo Excerpt: The choice piece should showcase the applicant’s musical and technical proficiency. Applicants should only record selected excerpts if the choice piece is too long. If the video recording exceeds the stated duration of 3 minutes, only the first 3 minutes will be assessed. Test Excerpt: The excerpts will be available here. Please download the scores according to the instrument/s which you will be applying for. The video recording should fulfill the following criteria: The following must be clearly visible in the video recording, and not be obstructed by any objects (e.g. music stands): Applicant’s face and full body (including sight of feet) Applicant’s posture when playing the instrument (e.g. fingers, hands, arms, whole instrument) The minimum resolution of the video recording should be 720p. The video recording should be authentic and must not be edited in any way. Verbal introductions and instrumental accompaniment are not required. Acceptable file formats: .MP4, .M4V, .AVI, .FLV, .MOV File name: Instrument_Applicant’s Full Name The video recording should be uploaded on an online platform (e.g. YouTube, Google Drive, OneDrive, Dropbox) and made accessible until 8 September 2025. File-sharing platforms (e.g. Google Drive): Ensure file-sharing permissions are set appropriately (e.g. “Public” or “Anyone with the link”). YouTube: Set video to “Unlisted”. Applicants whose video recordings do not meet the above requirements will not be considered. Submission of Application Submit your application here by 01 August 2025.
Test Excerpt Download

Test Excerpt: The scores for the test excerpt will be available here. Please download the scores according to the instrument/s which you will be applying for.