If anyone ask me besides singing what other hobbies or leisure activities I like, I will still say singing.. Haha!
I always dream to have a platform for me to perform. So a few years back, I joined a music school to pursue my dream (will not mention which music school) But turns out everything were just empty promises.. The only good thing I guess is that I got to know Peter and Mac (our common friend who was the guest singer in Spring showcase).
As time goes by, I thought that me and Peter can only sing during KTV session and singing competitions. But everything changes when Peter joined Search For the Star 2010. Through this competition both of us got to know William- Artiste Manager of Royal International Group. He offered to organise a music showcase- Sunday with Peter Ng for Peter, despite that Peter is just a contestant! And I'm being given the honour to be the guest singer! Through this showcase, William gave us the chance to be part of Royal Performing Group!
We had our first official showcase as Royal Performing Group on 24-Oct-10 with Stephen, our Music Director. I was excited and yet anxious at that time when I got to know that this showcase will be in Unplugged Guitar as I have never done unplugged before. But with the encouragement and help given by Peter and Stephen, I made it! And we are glad that we didn't disappoint Boss and Serena. They always believe in us and is always willing to share his knowledge with us.
Soon, Celin and Micka joined into Performing Group and the 5 of us had just finished our Four Seasons Music Showcase at Bian's Cafe! Would like to take this chance to thank Stephen again, each of 1 is only doing 1 showcase but he is involved in all 4 showcases! And we have not much time to rehearse since all of us have our daytime jobs. But with his guidance, all 4 of us made it!
Now I think besides music, he has become very good in hosting as well since he is involved in all the 4 showcases! Haha!
Not forgetting Performing Group new members- Eddy and Karen who will also be performing in various events in December. Please show your support to them also! ^^
For more updates on upcoming events, please visit Royal's website: www.rig.com.sg or add Royal Singapore and Royal International Group as friend in Facebook.
Being in Royal International Group, we got to know new friends in fact more like family members to us now. Everyone is so supportive to each other and encourage each other along the way! There were no jealousy and no politics among us. Everyone treat one another with a genuine heart.
Maybe others might think that it is awkward for me and Peter to greet Elson, Joseph as 师兄, Shanice as 师姐 since the 3 of them are younger than us. But it is not the case for me, and I think Peter also.
Yes, their age may be younger than us but they have alot of thing that we must learn from. Their passion and perseverance in music are simply admirable! And many other qualities that are too many to name. Most importantly they have no airs at all even though they are in the Artiste Group. In fact they are so friendly and kind-hearted. And they are always so encouraging towards everyone in the Royal family!
And I'm hoping to meet Bryan 师兄 soon, hope he quickly come to Singapore. Can't wait to meet him!
Through Royal, I also got to know friends like Silly Kid, Summer, Shuping, Shirley and others (too many to name). Would like to take this opportunity to thank each and everyone of you for the support given to Royal Performing Group!
Recently, Peter and I were given the chance to cast in a commercial. Thanks Jian Zhong Ge for the patience and guidance that you gave to me and Peter.
Looking back, I realise that my life has totally changed since the day I joined Royal. Think I should say my life is now more colourful! And I'm thankful for everything, everyone in the Royal family. I love all of you!
Cheers ^^
Joanne