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MESSAGES
Message from Mr Teo Chee Hean Senior Minister and Coordinating Minister for National Security
This year marks 20 years since the founding of the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory (YST). How set up the Conservatory as then-Minister for Education.
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YST has grown from strength to strength and established itself as a dynamic institution with a reputation for excellence. It has nurtured a pipeline of outstanding musicians who are developing the Singapore artistic landscape through their passion and talent. Its students and graduates bring the vibrancy of music to Singapore’s top stages as well as community settings. Its faculty are active as educators, leading artists and researchers. Through its wide musical and cultural traditions.
These achievements are testament to the hard work of YST’s leadership, faculty and staff. My heartiest congratulations on YST’s 20th anniversary, and I look forward to more exciting developments to come.
to the Conservatory’s 20th anniversary celebrations! We are delighted to be celebrating YST’s big 2-0 with friends and showcasing the rich talents of YST musicians in tonight’s Chamber Singers.
In the 20 years since its founding, the Conservatory has had a remarkable journey characterised by continued growth and evolution. Beginning as an undergraduate-focused institution, it has since broadened its reach, nurturing musical passions and talents of youths and adults, and offering new learning and development opportunities for professionals and enthusiasts alike. Its educational offerings prepare students to excel not only onstage, but as well-rounded leaders who will set new standards for the industry.
As we mark this milestone, we express our sincere gratitude to benefactors of YST, who enable the Conservatory to advance its artistic and educational mission through their generosity, and to all of you for celebrating this milestone with us tonight.
As the Conservatory moves ahead in its exciting trajectory, excellence and innovation will continue to be key drivers in its work, and we look forward to your continued support of YST in the years ahead.
