Music on the Hill – East meets West
Penang Hill Festival’s signature event, “Music on the Hill – East meets West”, returns by popular demand!
Be blown away by performances by the following performing groups:-
1. BhaavaNarthana Naatyalaya, a prominent Penang-based classical Indian dance academy helmed by Guru Pavaani Thannimalai.
2. Penang Youth Orchestra presented by Penang Youth Development Corporation (PYDC), a dynamic ensemble dedicated to showcasing the musical talents of young performers in the vibrant city of Penang.
3. Culture Shot, a homegrown ethno fusion band who composes Penang tunes with Er-hu, Lang Tin Tang, Rebana with gongs, Gendang with Chinese cymbals, and flute — literally a melting pot of cultures.
4. Wak Long Music & Art Centre, the only traditional Malay performing group in Penang, who is set to present an impressive dikir barat performance.
5. Sada Borneo, a much sought-after band who aspires to create a new sound for Malaysian music to show the beauty of Malaysia. The band represented Malaysia in AXN’s Asia’s Got Talent 2015and was the only Malaysian to make it to the semi-final stage!
6. Jimmy Fong, an award-winning singer-songwriter from Penang who mixes Latin, Chinese, blues, and Islander beats like no other!
Don’t miss this wondrous evening of music that will leave you spellbound. Mark your calendars now!
Date: 21 July 2024 (Sunday)
Time: 3.00pm – 6.30pm
Venue: Dataran, Penang Hill
Fee: Free