Visual and Performing Arts

Day / Time:
MONDAY: 1530 - 1800 HRS
THURSDAY: 1530 - 1800 HRS

The Kent Ridge Choir – “Kent Ridge Voices” – was formed when the school started in January 2000. Under the guidance of our conductor, Ms Ong Chiak Yin, it aims to be a dynamic group as it strives for choral excellence. To achieve this, the choir has undergone intensive training of music theory and voice enrichment under voice specialists. The Kent Ridge Voices takes part in the Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation and the school's biennial Vivace! concert. Over the years, the Kent Ridge Voices has also performed for the Voices of Singapore Festival.

Achievements
2019 - SYF Arts Presentation – Certificate of Accomplishment
2017 - SYF Arts Presentation – Certificate of Accomplishment
2015 - SYF Arts Presentation – Certificate of Accomplishment

Overseas Learning Journeys / Competitions
2010 – Winter Choral Festival, Hong Kong (Bronze Award)

Teachers in-charge
Ms Nicole Tay
Ms Lim Bee Leng
Ms Hamizah
Ms Nurhaslinda
Ms Wong Li Xin

Day / Time:
MONDAY: 1530 - 1800 HRS
THURSDAY: 1530 - 1800 HRS

The Kent Ridge Secondary School Concert Band, established in 2001, has been around since the school’s inception in the year 2000. Kent Ridge Concert Band is the crucible in which capable leaders and strong friendships are forged. The Band is a contributing factor in the school’s artistic atmosphere with its wide collection of genres that ranges from classical compositions to pop, jazz, rock and even traditional folk songs. The Concert Band participates in the Singapore Youth Festival (SYF) biannually and on alternate years, we participate in the school’s very own concert, Vivace! It is an avenue for visual performing art CCAs to showcase their talents in front of an audience while raising funds for charity. 

This year, the Band participated in the Singapore Youth Festival despite the strict Safe Management Measures during the current COVID-19 pandemic, and pulled through countless hours of online practice sessions, overcoming many limitations and restrictions. Concert Band displayed resilience and perseverance during these trying times, achieving a certificate of Accomplishment for SYF.

Singapore Youth Festival 2021

Serenading the school during school events like CCA Fair and Awards Day cum National Day Celebration, members of the Band have multiple chances to perform for the school. Through this CCA, members become more musically inclined, while learning to cherish the bonds of friendships built during their journey with the Band. Come join us and be a part of “One Band, One Sound”!

Achievements
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

Teachers in-charge
Mr Lam Yao Lun
Mdm How Siow Ling
Mr Kevin Nicholas Fonseka

Day / Time:
MONDAY: 1530 - 1800 HRS
THURSDAY: 1530 - 1800 HRS

The Kent Ridge Modern Dance Club prides itself on having a dedicated and enthusiastic team of students, teachers and instructors. Our programme’s objectives are to create a conducive, safe and collaborative environment for students to appreciate and explore a variety of dance genres consisting mainly of contemporary and jazz along with hip-hop, ballroom and ballet. To develop their confidence and stage presence, students are exposed to school platforms like CCA Fair, Awards Day and Teachers’ Day, as well as external platforms like the Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation, Danceworks!, TRDO and West Coast CC National Day Celebration. Behind the scenes, the dancers build their skills through holiday workshops and inter-school exchanges. We welcome you to the Modern Dance Club, a family that braves challenges together and where everyone is allowed to grow at their own pace.

Achievements
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

Teachers in-charge
Ms Kalpana
Ms Arfah Lubis
Ms Tew Yu Chan

Day / Time:
MONDAY: 1530 - 1800 HRS
THURSDAY: 1530 - 1800 HRS

At Kent Ridge, the Drama Club is a vibrant CCA and currently stands at 34-strong. Kent Ridge Drama Club fosters a strong bond between the members who work together as a team within individual strengths. The school currently engages Toy Factory Productions Ltd which have been partners of Kent Ridge Secondary since 2020. The club explores different theatrical plays and seeks to not only entertain but also educate our audiences through our dramatic pieces, ranging from modern to tradiitonal. The Kent Ridge Drama Club participates in the Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation (SYF AP) once every two years, where we recently attained a Certificate of Commendation in 2019. The piece entitled ‘Intertwined’ explores the theme of modern slavery in a family, where different circumstances were explored with each character in the family. On alternate years, we participate in our school’s very own concert, Vivace! as well as other external performances. Not only that, Kent Ridge Drama Club seeks to explore learning through watching professional plays outside of school. Whenever we have the opportunity, we explore collaboration pieces with other schools or organisations locally. The Drama Club fills the lively atmosphere of the school in school performances like CCA Fair, Awards Day cum National Day Celebration and other performances. Our members not only learn to be artistically inclined but they cherish the bonds of friendships built during their stay with us. Be a member of the Drama Club and we hope to see you soon!

Achievements
2021 - SYF Arts Presentation – Certificate of Accomplishment
2019 - SYF Arts Presentation – Certificate of Commendation
2017 - SYF Arts Presentation – Certificate of Accomplishment
2015 - SYF Arts Presentation – Certificate of Accomplishment

Teachers in-charge
Mdm Siti Suhara
Ms Dian Farhana
Ms Eve Lai

Day / Time:
MONDAY: 1530 - 1815 HRS
THURSDAY: 1530 - 1815 HRS

Established in 2016, eARTh Club continues to march on in our mission to raise awareness to promote respect and care for our environment with the infusion of Art elements. Our members serve as advocates for the environment and gain opportunities to get in touch with nature through learning journeys to locations such as Siloso Beach Resort, Gardens by the Bay and Tuas Incineration Plant. Our club also works closely with external partners such as NEA, Southwest CDC and MINDS Lee Kong Chian Gardens School in coming up with exciting programmes and activities for our members. Our members also get to hone their creativity and artistic talents in designing educational posters to raise awareness on contemporary environmental issues. Our club aspires to continue to be the change we want to see in this world!

Achievements
2022 – Extravangaza (Merit)
2021 – Green Schools @ South West – Gold Award
2019 – Green Schools @ South West – Gold Award
2018 – Green Schools @ South West – Gold Award
2017 – Green Schools @ South West – Gold Award
2016 – Green Schools @ South West – Gold Award

Teachers in-charge
Mr Kenneth Pek
Mr Hong Thin Yong