Ng Bi Yu
PipaTENG & NAFA ✔
DSA Preparation ✔
Music Competition ✔
Leisure Learning ✔
Ng Bi Yu's journey with the pipa began at the tender age of seven under the mentorship of Mdm Liu Yan at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts, The School of Young Talents. Her dedication and passion for music led her to achieve diplomas from both the Central Conservatory of Music and the NUS Centre For the Arts in 2009.
As the former lead musician of the Tanglin Guzheng Ensemble, Bi Yu contributed to the ensemble's accolades, securing Gold with Honours in 2009 and a Gold Award in 2011 at the Singapore Youth Festival. Since 2006, she has been an active member of the Pipa Society Singapore and the People's Association Youth Chinese Orchestra, gaining extensive performance experience.
Throughout her musical career, Bi Yu has had numerous performance opportunities since primary school, showcasing her talent both locally and internationally. She has performed in Shanghai and Xiamen during school exchange programs, further honing her skills and gaining invaluable experience. Bi Yu has collaborated as a guest performer with various orchestras, including the Nanyang Philharmonic Chinese Orchestra, SMU Chinese Orchestra, and many more. These collaborations have allowed her to expand her musical horizons and share her expertise with a diverse range of musicians.
In 2019, Bi Yu broadened her horizons through an overseas exchange program in Taiwan with the Nanyang Technological University Chinese Orchestra (NTUCO). During this program, she performed across various locations in Taiwan as part of the Yilan National Youth Orchestra's 14th island-wide tour.
Bi Yu's musical repertoire extends beyond ensemble performances. She has performed at prestigious venues such as the Esplanade Concert Hall and Victoria Concert Hall , where she has actively worked on building the pipa community. She continuously challenges herself by incorporating different genres of music into her performances, showcasing her versatility and creativity.
Additionally, Bi Yu has been involved in numerous orchestral performances, theatre productions, and music recordings. Her recent collaborations include notable works such as "Chinatown Crossings" with Drama Box, "弹指一挥间" with the Pipa Society and "Tong Chai Charity Night" with 97.2fm Artist at mediacorp.
Ng Bi Yu brings a wealth of experience and a deep passion for the pipa to her teaching, inspiring the next generation of musicians with her expertise and dedication.