Performing Arts
-
CCA Schedule Training Venue Training Day One Training Day Two Choir Room Monday 3.45 pm - 6.15 pm Wednesday 3.45 pm - 6.15 pm Organisation Chart Teachers-In-Charge Ms Benjamin Low Chi Arn (OIC)
Mdm Siti Aisah (2 IC)Instructors Conductor: Ms Evangeline Tan
Pianist: Ms Sheum Mei MeiExecutive Committee President Atifah Insyirah (3N3) Vice-Presidents Kimberly Tan (3E1)
Rey Edgar Ho (3E2)Achievements
Competition Achievement Year SYF Arts Presentation Special Provision 2019 SYF Arts Presentation Certificate of Accomplishment 2021 SYF Arts Presentation Certificate of Accomplishment 2017 SYF Arts Presentation Certificate of Distinction 2015 SYF Arts Presentation Certificate of Distinction 2013 London College of Music (LCM) Choir Ensemble
Level 1 ExaminationCertificate of Distinction 2012 List of Activities
Activity 2020 Voices of Singapore 2020 Choral Online Concert February Participation in National Teachers’ Day Virtual Choir Video April National Day Video Performance August Why We Sing Virtual Choir Performance September Learning Journey to Dunman Secondary School’s Limelight@Esplanade September Activity 2019 Vienna Boys' Choral Concert January Voices of Singapore Festival March Choir VIA March Choir Annual Camp March Choral Exchange Programme @ Riverside Secondary School March Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation April Combined Concert with St. Hilda's Secondary School November Activities & Competitions (2021)
SYF Arts Presentation 2021On 12 April 2021, the Jurong West Concert Band (JWCB) participated in the annual Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation. This was the event of the year for all Performing Arts CCAs as they had the opportunity to showcase their talents. After many gruelling months of practice compounded by the difficulties put forth by the COVID-19 pandemic, the JWCB overcame all odds to put on their best performance of the year which was a rendition of Aston Overture. Having to receive feedback virtually and practise without their fellow bandmates, this was an event that built resilience and adaptability in the JWCB students. Despite these challenges, the JWCB managed to secure a Certificate of Accomplishment for their hard work
The JWSS Choir with Mr Benjamin Low, teacher-in-charge, during CCA Open House 2021.
Our Sec 4 seniors writing notes of appreciation to one another during our Seniors' Appreciation Tea
During the CCA camp in March 2021, the Choir invited the JWSS Red Cross to teach our Choir First Aid.
The Choir performing A Million Dreams, with choreography, during the Speech Day 2021.
The Choir posing for a photo, after a successful performance, during the Speech Day 2021.
The JWSS Choir was filming One Singapore, with choreography, for the school’s National Day Celebration 2021.NOTE: the video above showed an error as follows: Intended video violates Content Security Policy and therefore could not be displayed. Isomer does not support display of any forbidden resources.Our choir performed for the school’s National Day celebrations 2021! We recorded a video, singing One Singapore, with choreography, to express our appreciation for our Nation. Activities & Competitions (2020)
This is Why We Sing by Greg Gilpin, and it is a song that was presented to our graduating seniors that we recorded during the first few weeks of Circuit Breaker!
The JWSS Choir was the first Secondary School Choir in Singapore to release a Virtual Choir video!
Our choir performed again for the school’s National Day celebrations, recording Tomorrow’s Here Today and Our Singapore, with choreography, to present a video which was well-received by our classmates and teachers!
Unfazed by the pandemic, the JWSS Choir presented a video for the Teachers’ Day Celebrations too, filled with heartfelt notes to appreciate our teachers, with our recording of A Million Dreams.
Activities & Competitions (2019)
Chinese New Year Celebration
The JWSS Choir performed as a guest choir at the St Hilda’s Secondary School Choir’s annual concert. It was a great experience making new friends too!
SYF Performance
The choir sure knows how to have fun and let off steam! Our students take pride in organising games and bonding activities, and they participate actively in school events like the Sports Education Programme. This year, they took part in bubble soccer!
The choir’s seniors plan an annual programme for My First Skool, where the choir facilitates games and singalong sessions with the kindergarteners there. The choir enjoys sharing our music with the community whenever possible
Selected students from the choir participated in the Winter Choral Festival, where they had the opportunity to work with esteemed conductors during workshops and perform before a panel of judges in the competition segment. The students learnt a lot from the festival, and enjoyed interacting with choirs from a myriad of countries. The highlight of the trip for many students was performing a catchy repertoire of pieces in Hong Kong Disneyland itself!
-
CCA Schedule Training Venue Training Day One Training Day Two Band Room Monday 3.45 pm - 6.15 pm Wednesday 3.45 pm - 6.15 pm Organisation Chart Teachers-In-Charge Mdm Zhang Lixia (OIC)
Mdm Ravindran Arul Jothi
Ms Jennifer WuInstructors Mr Vincent Lee Executive Committee Band Major Soon Kai De (3E2)) Band Major (Music) Hayden Siah Seng Tat (3E1) Band Major (Admin) Chloe Tay Xin Ying (3E4) CCA Objectives
At Jurong West Secondary School Concert Band, we aim to:
Develop and nurture the fundamental skills necessary to perform a repertoire of a symphonic nature for various occasions,foster camaraderie and teamwork among our members through planned programmes and activities, and create opportunities for members to hone their leadership skills and enhance their self-confidence
Achievements
Competition Achievement Year SYF Arts Presentation Certificate of Accomplishment 2021 SYF Arts Presentation Certificate of Accomplishment 2019 SYF Arts Presentation Certificate of Accomplishment 2017 SYF Arts Presentation Certificate of Accomplishment 2015 SYF Arts Presentation Certificate of Accomplishment 2013 List of Activities & Performances
Activities 2022 CCA Open House January Chinese New Year Performance January Annual Band Camp March Speech Day April Sec 4 Farewell April CCA Exchange Day May Band Concert Appreciation June Annual JWSS National Day Parade August Activities 2021 CCA Open House January Chinese New Year Performance January Annual Band Camp March Workshop Youth Arts Leader Conference January - September Sec 4 Farewell April Speech Day April Annual JWSS National Day E-Concert August Participation in Performing Arts Videography Workshop November Activities 2020 20th ROTA Commander Course Commissioning Parade at Civil Defence Academy January CCA Open House January Chinese New Year (CNY) Concert January Annual Band Camp March Annual JWSS Speech Day April CCA Online Zoom Session and Practices March - August Annual JWSS National Day E-Concer August Participation in Wind Bands Association Youth Arts Leaders Conference September Participation in Combined Music CCA Leadership Camp November Activities 2019 CCA Open House January Band Concert Appreciation February-October Annual Band Camp March Music Exchange at Woodgrove Sec School March Music Exchange at Xinmin Sec School March Annual JWSS Speech Day April Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation 2019 April Performing Arts Morning Assembly Showcase April Seniors’ Farewell Ceremony April Performing Arts Sports Education Programme (SEP): Bubble Soccer May Participation in Yuhua Leadership Training Camp June Annual JWSS National Day Parade August Participation in Wind Bands Association Youth Arts Leaders Conference September Participation in Combined Music CCA Leadership Camp November Overseas Immersion Trip to Bangkok, Thailand November Overall Immersion Trips
Country Year of Travel Bangkok, Thailand 2019 Hong Kong 2017 Hanoi, Vietnam 2016 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia 2015 Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam 2014 Penang, Malaysia 2013 Taiwan 2011 Activities & Competitions (2021)
YF Arts Presentation 2021On 12 April 2021, the Jurong West Concert Band (JWCB) participated in the annual Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) Arts Presentation. This was the event of the year for all Performing Arts CCA as they had the opportunity to showcase their talents. After many gruelling months of practice compounded by the difficulties put forth by the COVID-19 pandemic, the JWCB overcame all odds to put on their best performance of the year which was a rendition of Aston Overture. Having to receive feedback virtually and practise without their fellow bandmates, this was an event that built resilience and adaptability in the JWCB students. Despite these challenges, the JWCB managed to secure a Certificate of Accomplishment for their hard work.
Our band students enjoying a spot of lunch before preparing for the SYF Presentation.
Our principal, Mr. Michael, offers words of encouragement for the students prior their departure.
Our students and our conductor Mr. Vincent Lee (far right) are ready to depart.
The students are on the way
The JWCB students adhere to strict safe-management measures while awaiting their turn.
The JWCB on stage for their SYF Presentation with conductor Mr. Vincent Lee.
Secondary 4 Farewell
On 14 April 2021, JWCB witnessed a change in the leadership. To celebrate the Secondary 4 students’ contributions and to welcome the new generation of leaders, the JWCB held a Secondary 4 Farewell event to see the old leaders off and to wish them well for their upcoming examinations. The students participated in a variety of fun activities like creating farewell cards for their seniors and many more. It was a good opportunity for the JWCB to have one final bonding session with the seniors as an entire CCA and to have the seniors hand over the proverbial torch to the next batch of leaders.
Ms. Huda presents Jamie, the outgoing Band Major, with a certificate of appreciation.
Not to be outdone, the seniors presents Ms Huda with a handmade card to express their appreciation.
The band majors pose for a photograph for one last hurrah. Goodbye seniors, we will miss you!
March Band Camp
On 16 March 2021, the JWCB had a Band Camp to polish their skills and to build cohesion among themselves. The students engaged in various fun activities including team-bonding games and playing darts. It was a good opportunity for the students to unwind and relax prior the intensive SYF season. The students managed to learn values like teamwork and perseverance.
The students are engaging in a bonding activity led by one of their Sec 4 seniors.
The students engage in fun activities like playing darts.
The students pose for a photograph as they enjoy their activity.
National Day E-Concert
On 8 August 2021, JWSS came together to celebrate the 56th birthday of our nation. In lieu of face-to-face celebrations in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the JWCB put together a video of themselves playing a rendition of Stand Up for Singapore for the school’s enjoyment. Despite the operational challenges of such an undertaking, the JWCB students overcame these difficulties with grit and determination to produce a rousing performance.
Resumption of Face-to-Face Sessions
In accordance with the brief relaxation of safe management measures nationwide, JWCB managed to experience some face-to-face CCA sessions. This provided some much-needed relief from the stringent measures. It also provided a rare opportunity for the students to have hands-on engagement with their CCA activities and to interact with their fellow bandmates.
Despite the inability to practise their woodwind or brass instruments, the JWCB students heaved a sigh of relief as they could at least practise their rhythms and rudiments face-to-face.
Performing Arts Videography Workshop
In November 2021, JWCB attended a virtual Videography Workshop with their fellow schoolmates from the Performing Arts CCAs. This workshop included lessons on the processes underlying film production. The students had the opportunity to learn new skills such as shot composition and storyboarding. This was on top of an opportunity to form new bonds with their schoolmates.
The students discuss their ideas for a short film with their schoolmates.
The students share their ideas with the workshop instructor.
Activities & Competitions (2020)
20th ROTA COMMANDER COURSE (RCC) COMMISSIONING PARADE REHEARSAL
Held at Civil Defence Academy, JWSS Symphonic Band is once again hounoured to be a part of this milestone event for the 20th RCC commissioned officers.
A shot with the Guest-of-Honour, Ms Sun Xue Ling, Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs and Ministry of National Development during reception session.
WEEKLY PRACTICE SESSIONS IN THE BAND ROOM- The newly refurbished flooring creates an even more conducive environment for our weekly practice sessions.
CNY CONCERT PERFORMANCE - Ushering in the new year with familiar CNY tunes, smiles and red packets.
BAND DAY CAMP – Held in early March 2020, Band Day Camp paved way for bonding outside practice sessions. We are so grateful for chances like these!
CCA ONLINE ZOOM SESSIONS - Sessions still went on and we made sure we see each other online when face-to-face CCA was suspended. We did a combination of online activities with an aim to provide students with meaningful learning experiences. From simple music composition to getting into the shoes of a band judge, teachers and instructors work together to curate instructional resources to maximise students’ learning.
NATIONAL DAY E-CONCERT – In a special performing arts segment, the band members put together a piece by playing to the tune of ‘One People, One Nation, One Singapore
Activities & Competitions (2019)
CCA OPEN HOUSE - Alumni joining us for CCA Open House to support their fellow juniors and share their insights on the reasons why Band truly makes an excellent CCA choice
BAND CAMP - Band Members displaying their creative talent in designing other than playing their instruments. Other than sectionals and practices to prepare for SYF, Band Camp aims to provide an opportunity for members to bond through games and activities.
MUSIC EXCHANGE AT WOODGROVE - The trumpet section getting useful pointers on the importance of proper embouchure, which allows them to play their instrument at full range with a full, clear tone and without any strain to their muscles.
MUSIC EXCHANGE AT XINMIN – JWSS Symphonic Band listened on as fellow musicians present their SYF set piece, Festival on Earth by Lee Jin Jun. Music Exchanges provide a good chance for band members to develop critical listening skills with an aim to improve instrumental tone quality and awareness towards other instruments in band as well.
MUSIC EXCHANGE AT XINMIN - The SYF team is ready to give their best on the SYF stage after gaining useful pointers and exposure from fellow musicians of their age. This definitely makes them feel extremely thrilled to be a part of the band movement in Singapore.
SINGAPORE YOUTH FESTIVAL ARTS PRESENTATION 2019–Captured just minutes before entering the SYF Hall!
SINGAPORE YOUTH FESTIVAL ARTS PRESENTATION 2019 –The continual journey of self-improvement and the friendship formed among JWSS Symphonic Band members throughout preparing for SYF makes all the hard work worthwhile!
JWSS SPEECH DAY REHEARSAL – Melodious tunes for the audience to enjoy during the concert segment.
JWSS SPEECH DAY – Our very own student conductor, Izzati Majinin (4N1) helming the parade segment.
PERFORMING ARTS MORNING ASSEMBLY SHOWCASE – A special showcase from the Band for their schoolmates to brighten their day!
SENIORS’ FAREWELL – Trusty Band Majors, Izzati and Kyle Anne, are always there for the Band members whenever they needed guidance.
SENIORS’ FAREWELL – Trusty Band Majors, Izzati and Kyle Anne, are always there for the Band members whenever they needed guidance. With every outgoing JWSB cohort, goodbyes do not get any easier. With every passing batch too, seniors never fail to reaffirm the reasons why all the juniors should stay on and push through challenging times in Band. All the best, seniors!
JWSS ANNUAL NATIONAL DAY PARADE – Newly-minted Band Major and Student Conductor, Iffah Haziqah, leading the Band in the parade segment. Definitely not an easy task but she does it exceedingly well under the guidance of our instructor, Mr Vincent Lee and the strong support from all the band members.
OVERSEAS IMMERSION TRIP TO BANGKOK, THAILAND –JWSS Symphonic Band embark on this journey which aims for students to interact through planned programs and school immersion activities conducted at local schools, improve students’ musical skills through exchange and sectionals sessions with local counterparts and foster camaraderie, cross-cultural interaction and bonding among fellow musicians from Bangkok.
OVERSEAS IMMERSION TRIP TO BANGKOK, THAILAND –The Grand Palace of Thailand and The Rattanakosin Exhibition Hall were two iconic places in Bangkok which allow students to immerse themselves in the Thai way of life and understand their utmost respect for The King
Band members face up to the challenge of painting their puppet meticulously at Tookkatoon Thai Puppet Museum. Besides learning about the history of Thai Puppetry, students witness the delicate process of making traditional Thai puppets and get to enjoy a mesmerizing Thai Puppet Show.
Band members spent a wonderful night in Thai style with authentic Thai cuisine, Traditional Thai dance and live music at Nopparat Thai Classical Dance and Dinner Restaurant.
A shot at Paper Ranger, Thailand. JWSB members doing their part for the community by threading, piecing and folding used one-side papers together to make a notebook for the needy children in the rural areas. In total, our overseas team of 23 made and designed 52 notebooks!
The gracious students and staff of Horwang School. The minute we entered their school compounds, we were received so warmly, it made us feel at home.
-
CCA Schedule Training Venue Training Day One Training Day Two Learning Hive Monday 3.45 pm - 6.15 pm Wednesday 3.45 pm - 6.15 pm Organisation Chart Teachers-In-Charge Ms Sandramathy (OIC)
Ms Cheryl Lim (2IC)
Ms Samantha Chin
Ms Faizal Bin Abdul AzizInstructor Debate: Mr Leuven Lee
Drama: Ms Jaclyn Magdalene RajendranExecutive Committee President Naomi Lim Hai Tong (3E2) Vice-Presidents Rohini D/O Terence(SEC 3E2)
Keneshaarai D/O Perumal (3E4)Achievements
Competition Achievement Year Singapore Secondary Schools Debating Championships (Division III) Top 20 Speaker Awards 2022 Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation Certificate of Distinction 2021 Singapore Secondary Schools Debating Championships (Division III) 3rd Place & Top 20 Speaker Awards 2021 Division III Debating Championships Top 4 (Semi-Finalists) & Top 20 Speaker Awards 2021 Debate Association Debating Championships 17th Ranked Speaker of Tournament (Silver Division) 2020 SYF Arts Presentation Certificate of Accomplishment 2019 Singapore Secondary Schools Debating Championships (Division III) Top 4 (Semi-Finalists) 2019 Singapore Secondary Schools Debating Championships (Division III) Top 8 (Quarter-Finalists) & Top 20 Speakers 2018 Evergreen Debate Invitational First Runner Up 2018 Activities
Competition Year JWSS 21st Speech & Prize Giving Day 2022 March Bonding Camp 2022 Singapore Secondary Schools Debating Championships (Division III) 2022 Debate Association’s Debating Championships 2022 e-CCA Open House 2021 March Bonding Camp 2021 Division III Debating Championships 2021 Debate Association’s Debating Championships 2021 Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation 2021 Hua Yi Debate Invitational 2021 JWSS 20th Speech & Prize Giving Day 2021 National Day Celebration 2021 Title: 3rd Place in the Online Singapore Secondary Schools Debating Championships (Division III)
Five student debaters left to right: Chua Hong Xuan (4T1) Mao Misel Ananda Pertiwi (4E3), Wong Pei Jun (4E3), Tee Xinyi (4E3) and Jeff Cheah (4E3) from English Language Drama and Debating (ELDD) achieved 3rd place in the Online Singapore Secondary Schools Debating Championships. Wong Pei Jun and Jeff Cheah also received top accolades at the tournament by ranking 6th and 10th Best Speaker respectively in the tournament.
Due to safe distancing measures taken to combat COVID-19, the tournament was held on the Zoom platform from February to April. The debaters had an enriching and invaluable experience as they sparred with various schools on issues such as mandatory vaccinations during a pandemic, the impact of superhero narratives in the media, and the impact of televised singing competitions.
Congratulations to the debaters for rising to the challenge and displaying excellence and resilience!
SYF Preparation
SYF Performance: Pruned
March Bonding Camp
Our annual March drama and bonding camp was filled with intense drama rehearsals, exciting games and quiet moments of reflection.
Due to the pandemic, we had to innovate and come up with ways to engage the school during the National Day celebrations. We did dramatic readings of local poems that expressed our love for the nation.
We performed a skit and set up a booth during CCA Open House 
We participated in the Hua Yi Invitational Debate and had a valuable experience sparring with teams from various schools 
We emerged as the Top 4 teams in the Singapore Secondary Schools Debating Championships. The intense preparations definitely paid off! 
Our annual March drama and bonding camp was filled with exciting games. The seniors also had intensive preparations for the upcoming SYF while the juniors prepared for the Speech Day performance. 
We were a bundle of nerves on the day of our first ever SYF showcase. We did our best and were awarded the Certificate of Accomplishment! 
The team made their final touch ups to the props for the Speech Day performance. 
We bade farewell to our Secondary 4 seniors at the CCA Appreciation Tea. 
CCA Open House Performance
ELDDS Members promoting the CCA Booth during the Open House
Debaters at the Singapore Secondary Schools
Debating Championships
'The Karung Guni Boy' performance at the
Asian Festival of Children's Content
ELDDS members watching the theatre production 'Those Who Can't, Teach'
Debate Friendly Competition with Fuhua Secondary School 
Trying out Opera make up and costume during the Hong Kong Cultural Immersion Trip -
About Modern Dance Club
The Modern Dance Club has been established since the founding of the school and consists of about 80 dancers who are passionate about learning different dance genres.
The dancers take part in various performances and competitions like the Singapore Youth Festival, the Yellowren Dance Showcase and the Anti-Drug Danceworks Competition. In addition, the dancers also perform in various community related events activities like Tree Planting Day and National Day celebrations.
Our dancers are also given opportunity to visit our neighbouring countries as part of overseas school immersion programme. Different batches of dancers have visited countries like Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand and Hong Kong through the school’s overseas trip.
Objectives
to expose the dancers to different dance genres.
to build strong leadership and teamwork among the dancers.
to provide a platform for dancers to portray their talents and leadership skills.
Activities & Competitions (2021)
JWSS Modern Dance 2021
Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation 2021
Team A SYF dancers performing during Arts Presentation 2021
Team B SYF dancers performing during Arts Presentation 2021 JWSS 20th Anniversary & Speech and Prize Giving Day Performance 2021
The 20th Anniversary & Speech and Prize Giving Day performers posing after the event
Dance Camp 2021
Dancers stretching during the Hip Hop workshop (Dance Camp 2021)
Dancers practising during the Hip Hop workshop (Dance Camp 2021)
Dancers practising during the Lyrical Dance workshop (Dance Camp 2021)
Dancers practising during the Makeup Workshop (Dance Camp 2021)
Dancers practising during the Makeup Workshop (Dance Camp 2021)
Dance Workshops by Alumni
Dancers learning dance moves from Alumni seniors during the CCA sessions
Secondary One Dance Audition 2021
Secondary One students participating in Dance Audition 2021
Theatre Staging and Production Workshop
CCA Appreciation Tea 2021
Secondary Four seniors posing with the appreciation gifts received from juniors
Seniors receiving their Passing Out Ceremony trophies and certificates from their FTs
Seniors receiving their Passing Out Ceremony trophies and certificates from their FTs
E-CCA Training Sessions
Dancers practising during e-CCA training sessions
Breakout Room Activity (E-CCA)
Dancers doing various activities and discussions during breakout room sessions
Student-led Breakout Room Activity (E-CCA)
Dance leaders conducting bonding activity using Mentimeter during one of the e-CCA sessions
Activities & Competitions (2020)
CCA Open House 2020
(The photos were taken before the circuit breaker measures were put in place.)
JWSS IDC board prepared by the dancers.
Interested secondary one students checking out the Dance booth.
A dancer promoting the club to a few interested secondary one students
Chinese New Year Performance
(The photos were taken before the circuit breaker measures were put in place.)
The dancers, clad in red cheongsam top performing for the popular Da Do Hui Chun song during the JWSS Chinese New Year celebration concert.
Dance Camp 2020
(The photos were taken before the circuit breaker measures were put in place.)
The new secondary one dancers spending quality time bonding with their seniors during the Secondary One Orientation programme.
The dancers building their flexibility and strength during the Tumbling workshop.
The dancers posing for a photo with their Tumbling workshop instructors.
National Day Performance Video (Zoom)
(The photos were taken before the circuit breaker measures were put in place.)
///Video to be converted to///
The dancers conveying their National Day wishes to their teachers and fellow schoolmates via Zoom.
The dancers coming together to do a Zoom performance for Singapore, United as One song.
Teachers’ Day Performance Video
(The photos were taken before the circuit breaker measures were put in place.)
The senior dancers coming together to do a video performance for the Teachers’ Day concert.
Activities & Competitions (2019)
Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation 2019
SYF dancers posing together before leaving for the Arts Presentation.
SYF dancers waiting patiently for their turn to perform.
Ballroom Dance Workshop
The dancers posing together with the Instructor, Ms Lorencia.
The dancers going through theory lessons.
The dancers trying some ballroom dance techniques taught.
The Instructor demonstrating a particular technique with the help of one of the dancers.
VIA Programme at Frontier Primary School
The dancers doing a demonstration for the P6 students before teaching them the choreography.
A dancer helping one of the P6 students with her steps.
All the P6 students trying the choreography taught by the dancers in unison.