Symphony Uncensored
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Symphony Uncensored
Symphony Uncensored takes a no-holds-barred and tongue-in-cheek look at some of the most controversial topics in the world of classical music. Brought to you by Khim Oei and Gaiatri Vijay The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessaril...
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Musical Furry Friends
Have you ever left the house to run errands, only to leave your furry friend home alone? So to help lessen the “guilt”, you put on some music - whethe...

Can I be a tone deaf musician?
Have you ever sung in choir or try to sing along at karaoke, and realise you're super out of tune? Or... maybe you're finding it difficult to identify...

Because we're all about that bass.
Because we’re all about that bass, bout that bass, no treble – quite literally, in this episode of Symphony Uncensored!
Apart from a blocked nos...

Good food, Good music!
Throw me on a deserted island and I'll be able to survive, as long as I've got good company, good music, and good food.
Music & Makan Founder Be...

PRACTICE - What is the point?
A relatable word to MANY, if not ALL who learn a music instrument or play music is PRACTICE. Since we start our music journeys, our teachers, parents,...

Music & Matchmaking!
Amanda has NEVER dated a non-musician, but Khim has been with her better half (who hasn't got a musical cell in his body) for decades - it's a happily...

How to know if music lessons are worth the cost?
Singaporeans are known for our KIASU personality - with a study showing Singaporean families spending $1.4 billion on enrichment classes. Well, surpri...

It's ALL about the money, money, money!
"How much are we getting paid?"
"Can I claim my travel expenses for this gig?"
For a long time, it's been a known factor that many musicia...

2ND CHANCES: LEARNING MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AS ADULTS (PART 2)
Khim and Gaiatri continue their chat with 3 "young seniors" Dr Amy Stebbings, Professor Donald Tan and Ms Heng Pei Yan, about their musical learni...

2ND CHANCES : LEARNING MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS AS ADULTS (PART 1)
What is it like learning music from scratch as an adult? Khim and Gaiatri chat with respiratory specialist Dr Amy Stebbings, ophthalmologist Profess...

Classical Music Mania
Who are some of the “rock star” equivalents in the classical music world, and what makes them so beloved? Who do Khim & Gaiatri go gaga for? Find out...

Music & Sports : Chalk and Cheese?
Classical music and the world of sports have more similarities than you might think. In this week’s episode, Khim and Gaiatri explore how the two worl...

Prodigy Parents (Part 2)
What does it take to raise a prodigy, and how do you shape a child's musical talent ?Khim and Gaiatri talk to Marcus Loh ( the father of guitarist Ke...

Prodigy Parents (Part1 )
What does it take to raise a prodigy, and how do you shape a child's musical talent ?Khim and Gaiatri talk to Marcus Loh ( the father of guitarist Ke...

Classical 'X'over!
Symphony 924 meets Mr X from Mediacorp's pop radio station Gold 905. We challenge him to pronounce classical music terms and names and learn all abou...

Beyond Conventional Audiences
Classical music is often written with a mature adult audience in mind…but what about playing music to your baby, pet, or…plant?
See omnystudio.c...

Siblings in Music : Double Trouble, Triple Threats...
When two or more siblings pursue classical music professionally , does it lead to a family drama or spur each one to achieve greater success? Khim and...

Women in Classical Music
Who are some of the most inspiring female composers in music history and what were they up against? In this episode Gaitri and Khim discuss the fate...

Bluffing your way through classical music!
If you are just starting out in exploring the wonderful world of classical music but you want to sound confident when discussing it with others, have...

Must musicians always dress up like penguins for their performances?
It is common to see musicians dressed to the nines for their concert performances, but
should they always wear their tuxedos to the concert hall...

Is classical crossover music ruining the face of pure classical music?
Casual listeners of classical music like it, purists hate it! Is classical crossover music
cheapening our beloved classical music? In this episo...

Classical music has an image problem
If you have ever thought that classical music is boring, you are not alone! Find out what
Andrew and Gerald thought about classical music in the...

Opera: What is the screaming all about?
You might have heard of Pavarotti or Andrea Bocelli and wondered why on earth they
have to sing so loudly on stage. Don’t they have microphones...

Should classical music PANDER to the young?
Classical musicians and organisations have often been accused of not moving with the times, and are seen as unwilling to find new and innovative ways...

What should I DO at a classical music concert?
What should I wear? What do I do in between movements? Can I take pictures in the concert hall? Andrew and Gerald answer all your questions about clas...

Why are classical music lovers so snobbish?
Ever met that snob who always disses you about your lack of knowledge in classical music? In this episode, Andrew and Gerald explore what they feel a...