Classical For Kids: The Ugly Duckling

After “Music Play Date”, many have asked if there will be more programmes for young audiences. The klpac Orchestra is delighted to present its first in its Classical for Kids series: “The Ugly Duckling”!

With a narrator as a gentle guide to this classic by Hans Christian Andersen, there will be storytelling accompanied by popular classic music such as Johannes Brahms’ Lullaby and Johann Strauss II’s The Blue Danube, performed in a relaxed setting by The klpac Orchestra under maestro Lee Kok Leong. It also features a guest singer Yiling Chaing.

The concert ends with A Meet The Orchestra where kids (and adults!) can get to know more about the orchestra, its musicians and instruments.

This series is an educational experience and represents an invaluable chance to acquaint young audiences with classical music as well as to see and hear an orchestra performing live!

Important Note: At least one parent or guardian must accompany a maximum of two children for safety purposes as well as to ensure they get the most out of the experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is a relaxed performance?
The typical theatre rules are more relaxed. Audiences are not required to sit still or stay quiet. The lights of the theatre will not dim completely and the volume of the music will be toned down.

Who is it for?
While this particular concert is targeted for children aged 3 to 6, we warmly welcome families with younger or older children as well as neurodivergents who may benefit from this relaxed setting.

What is the seating like?
There are two types for this concert. The Duckling Zone features floor seating on stage on kids play-mats in front of the orchestra. These seats are available in a bundle of 2 for a parent and child (for safety reasons). The Swan Zone features your typical theatre seats which can be purchased individually.

Will the concert be interactive?
“Classical for Kids: The Ugly Duckling” will be performed as a show. The interaction takes place after the show during the Meet The Orchestra session.

Are food and drinks allowed?
Water bottles are allowed but other food and drinks are not allowed. The main lobby is a short distance away if you need a snack or break.

What amenities does klpac have?
Each washroom has a diaper changing table. For the concert, a Calm Room / Nursing Room will be set up on Level 2. You may borrow an ear defender or booster seat from the Front-of-House team (subject to availability). There is also wheelchair-accessible parking, seats and washroom (with no steps). For our full visitor guide, please visit https://www.klpac.org/about-us/your-visit/.

About klpac Connect
klpac Connect is an access and development initiative supported by Yayasan Sime Darby aimed at improving access to the arts through various amenities and programmes for families with young children, students / schools, persons with disabilities, talents and the general public. Find out more at bit.ly/klpacconnect.

ABOUT The klpac Orchestra
The notion of a community orchestra is very much in keeping with the vision of The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (klpac), which is to foster creative excellence and develop and nurture performing arts culture in Malaysia.

Driven by the obvious need for a community orchestra to cater for the growing number of classically trained musicians, it established its first orchestra in 2006. Following the first auditions in October, The klpac Orchestra debuted in December with “Candelight Christmas” under the baton of the late Mr. Brian Tan, its Founder as well as first Music Director and Resident Conductor.

In setting up the orchestra, klpac hopes to provide enriching and engaging musical experiences for people with varying musical backgrounds, in an environment that promotes fellowship and respect. The founding of The klpac Orchestra provides more opportunities for aspiring musicians, amateur or professional, while helping to promote orchestral music.

Under its Founder’s passionate leadership, hundreds of musicians have been trained and had the chance to perform on a professional stage. After his passing, Dr. Takahisa Ota took over the baton for a short period in 2012 before Lee Kok Leong took on the role in 2015. A few days before Mr. Brian Tan’s passing, the orchestra staged “A Concert for Brian” (October 2011) to a full house to honour their Founder and his life’s work.

The orchestra performs a wide variety of music all year round ranging from classical concerts such as “Czech Impressions” (2023), “Tchaikovsky – The Great Romantic Master” (2022) and “Baroque Elegance” (2022) to popular music like “Magical Movie Moments” series (2017, 2019, 2023), “Unforgettable: Lagenda Malaysia” (2023), “Tunes from the East” (2019) and Sudirman tribute “One Thousand Million Smiles” (2017). It joined hands with klpac’s other music ensembles – The klpac Symphonic Band and The klpac String Orchestra – to perform in “Christmas Extravaganza” (2022) to mark a major comeback after the pandemic closures.

Over the years, the orchestra has had the honour of collaborating with many ensembles and soloists such as pianist Dr. Poom Prommachart, pianist Dr. Elaine Yap Sin Yee, pianist Albert Tiu, violinist Fung Chern Hwei, cellist Valerie Aimard, Wicked Music People and NSO Wind Ensemble.

Outside of klpac, The klpac Orchestra has performed at Claviera Music Studio and UPM Music Department’s “Debonair Malaysia Concert” (2018), “Putra International Piano Competition – Winner’s Gala Concert” (2019) at UPM, “Gemilang Cemerlang Concert” by the Kuala Lumpur and Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall (2023) and Claviera Music Studio’s “Gold Star Competition – Winner’s Gala Concert” (2024).

THE TEAM
Executive Producer: Dato’ Dr. Faridah Merican
Artistic Director: Joe Hasham OAM
Music Director & Resident Conductor: Lee Kok Leong
Producers: Lee Hai Lin, U-En Ng
Storytellers: U-En Ng & Yiling Chaing
Mezzo Soprano: Yiling Chaing
Production Stage Manager: Soo Choy Wah