Great Classical Works Reimagined

Rediscover French classics under a new light. 

A multidisciplinary creation reimagining French and Western musical heritage, this performance weaves together the worlds of Gabriel Fauré, Erik Satie, Claude Debussy, Frédéric Chopin and beyond into a bold, atemporal sonic landscape. Familiar works are not simply revisited, but transformed, extended through original compositions that unfold like forgotten fragments, carried by a universal, imagined language.

Drawing from classical guitar training in France, an electro-pop journey across Asia, and work in film and series composition between France and Singapore, aryel develops a singular artistic language that transcends boundaries of age, language or culture.

Voices, guitar, violin, and piano intertwine with contemporary dance and experimental projections to create an immersive environment where sound, movement, and image merge.

Rooted in classical forms yet resolutely contemporary, the performance invites audiences into a sensory journey where past and present dissolve into a shared, borderless imagination.

No language barriers, aimed at audiences of all ages (children and adults alike) with or without artistic references.

Artists: 
Deepesh Vasudev - Video

Li Ruimin, Ng Zu You - Dance
Ashley Wong - Piano & violin
Audrey Tang - Cajon Drum
aryel - Guitar & voice

Duration: 1h30 (without interval) 
Location: Alliance Française, Theatre

Tickets are limited—reserve your spot today!

About aryel - Guitar & voice

About Audrey Tan - Cajón Drum 

Drummer and Berklee-alumna Audrey, has the distinction of being Singapore’s only female jazz drummer! From stadiums to intimate jazz clubs, Audrey’s 33-year global music career has seen her perform in a myriad of bands and orchestras, playing jazz, old-school R&B, symphonic music, Christian worship music and even Chinese Pop! Whenever Audrey plays the drums, she hopes to radiate the joy she feels to her audience. For this unique performance, Audrey will play the cajón.

About Li Ruimin - Dance

Ruimin graduated from the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA) with a Bachelor of Fine Arts (Honours) in Dance, majoring in Chinese Dance, under the Singapore National Arts Council Arts Scholarship (Overseas). During her studies, she received the Chinese Dance Faculty Scholarship and the William Au Arts Education Scholarship. Upon graduation, she joined the Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre as a senior dancer, performing leading female roles in numerous dance dramas, and participated in ASEAN exchange projects representing Singapore. She has choreographed original works presented locally and internationally, winning awards. She is currently engaged in choreography, performance, and education, and is passionate about pushing the boundaries of traditional dance in Singapore. 

About Ng Zu You - Dance

Zu You started dancing at the age of 13, training in various styles including Chinese dance and contemporary dance. He was a dance artist with T.H.E Dance Company, a prominent professional dance company in Singapore. Today, he works as an independent performer and teacher who has been delving into the making and teaching of contemporary dance.

About Deepesh Vasudev - Video

Deepesh is a Singaporean filmmaker currently based in Los Angeles. He recently produced and edited the segment “Echo” of the anthology film HOMEBOUND, a commission from the charity, Save Our Street Dogs. Before “Echo”, he spearheaded over 70 media projects from music videos to documentaries and visual art installations to live staged visuals, which have won numerous awards at local and international film festivals. He is currently enrolled in the American Film Institute.

About Ashley Wong - Piano & violin

Ashley is a professional pianist and violinist with a passion for music education. She achieved a high distinction in the ATCL Piano Diploma. Since the age of eight, she has served as a choir pianist and currently plays for worship at Bible Study Fellowship (BSF). She has given many solo piano recitals in Penang and Singapore. On the violin, she performed as a 1st violinist in her university orchestra and took part in performances at the Johor Bahru Art Festival in Malaysia and in Singapore.