Programme: A Magical Music Adventure
- Apr 13
- 3 min read
Updated: Apr 25
Repertoire
Pirates Of The Caribbean: At World’s End
The Lord Of The Rings: The Fellowship Of The Ring
The Complete Harry Potter: Themes From All Eight Movies
The Chronicles Of Narnia: Prince Caspian
Interval
Enchanted
Symphonic Highlights From Frozen
Selections From Aladdin
Highlights From Beauty And The Beast
Howl’s Moving Castle - Symphonic Fantasy For Band
Featuring Penang Philharmonic Winds
Established in 2018, the Penang Philharmonic Winds (PPW) serves as the wind ensemble wing of the Penang Philharmonic. The group was formed to provide a dedicated platform for woodwind, brass, and percussion players within the region, fostering a community of musical excellence and artistic growth. Its membership is comprised of a diverse collective of dedicated musicians, including students, educators, and working professionals, all unified by a shared commitment to high-quality wind band performance.
Under the musical leadership of conductor Ng Choong Yen, the ensemble maintains an expansive repertoire that spans multiple genres. Their programming includes foundational classical wind literature, contemporary compositions, cinematic scores, and works featuring distinct local cultural elements. This versatility allows the ensemble to engage with varied audiences while upholding the technical rigour required of a premier wind symphony.
The Penang Philharmonic Winds frequently engages in collaborative projects with school and community ensembles to further the reach of wind music. In 2025, the ensemble partnered with the Kinta Valley Wind Orchestra for "Animania 2," a large-scale concert production. This event featured a combined ensemble of both orchestras, focusing on the sophisticated performance of anime-themed orchestral arrangements.
Through such factual milestones and its regular performance seasons, PPW continues to contribute to the vibrancy of the Malaysian classical music landscape, serving as a vital hub for wind instrumentalists in Penang and beyond.
List of Musicians
Flute
Ang Chee Keong
Esther Tee Khun Yin
Henderson Ng Yik Hhong
Michelle Tigchelaar
Mohamad Akmal Danial
Ph'ng Youshen
Tan Shao Yan
Oboe
David Alexander
Tan Jia Xuen
Bassoon
Effie Lam Yan Yan
Kenneth Yeoh Jian Yan
Clarinet
Dennis Kong Shi Ying
Haesol Park
Jeremy Tan
Justin Tan Zheng Jie
Lim Yan Chao
Ong Sim Yi
Tey Yee Ling
Bass Clarinet
Lwee Hong Leh
Alto Saxophone
Fong Jia Le
Jarius Yeoh
Jimmy Tan
Tan Ke Jun
Tenor Saxophone
Chow Pi Min
Henderson Ooi
Teoh Zeng Yang
Baritone Saxophone
Loh Zhi Jing
French Horn
Chermaine Yeap Wan Xin
Dan Jun Xian
Ng Lian Nian
Wee Yi Fei
Trumpet
Joshua Teh Yu Xiang
Kevin Lowe
Ryan Loh
Tan Wei Yi
Teoh Yu Ting
Wayne Yuen Weng Kit
Wolfgan
Trombone
Fahim Fathi Ahmad Shah
Isaac Teh
Lee Chee Yean
Paul Willoughby
Euphonium
Delvan Khor
Lim Zhi Sheng
Tuba
Liew Jian Zhao
Yong Ru Ann
Zen Lee
Double Bass
Alden Teh Yi H'ng
Chung Jun Wei
Keyboard
Looi Shi Hao
Percussion
Eunice Lim Zi Xuan
Gray Chan
Ivan Choo Yu Feng
Jared Robertson
Khoo Kai Wei
Lee Kar Shin
Looi Shi Hao
Tan Yan Ching
Note: Players are listed alphabetically and rotate within their section.
Upcoming from Penang Philharmonic
POP-sical!
A collaborative concert by Kinta Valley Wind Orchestra
and Penang Philharmonic Winds
24 May 2026
3.00 pm
Ipoh
Tickets: HERE
Carl Orff - Carmina Burana
Presented by Penang Philharmonic Orchestra and Choruses
28 June 2026
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