Guzheng Ensemble
Discover how the Guzheng Ensemble helps students build musical skills, confidence, and resilience through performances and community events.
Last updated 28 July 2026
The Guzheng Ensemble team in white floral dresses, posing together outside the competition venue.
INTRODUCTION
The Guzheng Ensemble, an integral part of New Town Secondary School's aesthetics programme, nurtures students' musicality, teamwork, and resilience. By learning to play the Guzheng, members develop essential skills such as finger coordination, mental focus, and effective communication while fostering empathy and audience engagement. Through various performance opportunities at school and community events, students showcase their talents, build confidence, and embody the values of diligence and perseverance.
TRAINING TIME
Tuesdays: 3.30pm – 5.30pm
Fridays: 1.30pm - 4.30pm
TRAINING VENUE(S)
Synergy Space
TEACHERS IN-CHARGE
Mrs Yong-Teh Laik Cheng (1st i/c)
Ms Low Mian Jiun (2nd i/c)
Ms Wee Shu Ying
COACHES/INSTRUCTORS
Ms Chen Shanhui Indra
STUDENT LEADERS
Rainie Yeo Xuan Wen (Chairperson)
Tham An Ting, Hayley (Vice-Chairperson)
Poon Heem Han (Vice-Chairperson)
Yap Vivian
Jordan Tan
Toh Mei En
Chen Fang Yee
Tam Hilary Heiting
ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR 2025
CCA Open House Performance
Chinese New Year Performance
2025 Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation for Guzheng Ensemble
Commendation Day Performance
Outreach to Community / VIA Programme
NTSS Open House Performance
Guzheng Camp
Farewell Party for Graduating Members
Teacher/Instructor Appreciation Day
ACHIEVEMENTS
Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation (2025) – Certificate of Distinction
Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation (2023) – Certificate of Distinction
Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation (2021) – Certificate of Distinction
Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation (2019) – Certificate of Distinction
Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation (2017) – Certificate of Distinction
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