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    Social Impact

    Partnership with The Purple Symphony

    GIC has been a committed partner of The Purple Symphony, Singapore’s largest inclusive orchestra comprising musicians with and without disabilities. The Purple Symphony champions inclusion and unites musicians through their shared love for music.

    The partnership currently funds both the Training Award Programme and public outreach performances to foster a more inclusive community through music.

    How it works

    The Training Award Programme provides musicians with disabilities from disadvantaged backgrounds with equal access to music lessons and performing opportunities. By supporting their development in music, GIC helps these musicians nurture their talent and gain confidence.

    GIC also supports public outreach performances by The Purple Symphony. These events aim to raise awareness of the capabilities and contributions of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the community, promoting inclusion and empowerment.

    Impact on the community

    Since 2016, more than 40 musicians with disabilities have participated in the Training Award Programme.

    Public outreach performances will start in 2025.

    “The knowledge I’ve gained from music being taught by professionals gives me the confidence to perform in public! On top of that, the annual concerts I participate in further strengthens my confidence to perform in front of crowds.”

    Nur Anisah Daaniys Binte Muhammad Sufian

    The Purple Symphony Training Award Programme Participant

    "With GIC’s continued support, aspiring musicians with disabilities will be able to pursue their musical dreams, gaining equal access to learning and performance opportunities. My deepest appreciation to GIC for contributing to the national aspiration of building a more inclusive and vibrant society for all in Singapore."

    Denise Phua

    Mayor, Central Singapore District Adviser, The Purple Symphony

    Spotlight: The Purple Symphony performs soundtrack for GIC’s first animated film

    In 2023, The Purple Symphony was invited to record a track for GIC’s first animated film, “Bold Sees the Bigger Picture.” The track was specially composed for and performed by musicians with and without disabilities from The Purple Symphony.

    The musicians had to adapt to new challenges that came with performing in a professional recording studio. Watch the behind-the-scenes video of the recording of the soundtrack below.

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