Blossoming - Drawing x Music

Prabh Lahari is a yoga teacher, writer, kirtan-ist, artist and movement meditation facilitator. She studied yoga and philosophy under the tutelage of Deepak Kumar since 2014. Having never received a formal education in arts, she is a living proof that there is an artist in everyone – you just have to be crazy enough to believe in it! When not randomly shenanigating outdoor, she can be found in her cave, devouring books or watching cat videos.

Lawrence graduated from Malaysian Institute of Art, majoring in flute performance under the tutelage of Mr. Foo Chie Haur. He later pursued his degree at UoS (University of Sunderland) and had the opportunity to learn from Amy Yule, the principal flute of Royal Northern Sinfonia during his stay in England. He is a current member of Philharmonic Winds Malaysia and Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (MPYO), and has performed with Jesselton Philharmonic Orchestra, Penang Philharmonic Orchestra, Sunderland Symphony Orchestra, KLPAC Symphonic Band, Bede Wind and many others.

As a composer, Lawrence premiered his first orchestral work with the Sunderland Symphony Orchestra in 2018. He has composed a number of chamber music and premiered 15 works within last year itself. He has worked with Flutescents, Odyssey Trio, Kian Kok Middle School Concert Band, and other independent musicians and groups both in Malaysia and overseas.

Alwin started his flute lessons at the age of 19 with Dr. Margaret Jean Penny. He obtained a Diploma in Music from Sultan Idris Education University (UPSI) in 2014, and a First Class Honours in his degree from Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), majoring in flute performance under the tutelage of Mr. Foo Chie Haur.

Throughout his musical journey, he has performed with a diverse number of ensembles, including the RTM Orchestra, Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (MPYO), Young Malaysians Go Classic II (YMGC II), ​Philharmonic Winds of Malaysia and Penang Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO). He has participated in flute masterclasses and workshops by renowned flautists: Adam Walker, Michael Cox and Andrea Oliva.

Emily Tiow attained her Bachelor’s Degree from UCSI University. She studied clarinet performance under the tutelages of Mr. Chris Richard Bosco and Mr. Gonzalo Esteban. Emily has also participated in music festivals and workshops, including the Aurora Music Festival in Sweden and the International Summer Academy of MDW (University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna). She had masterclasses with world-renowned pedagogues and international artists: Yehuda Gilad, Christian Stene, Andreas Súnden, François Benda and many others.

Emily is a current member of the Malaysian Philharmonic Youth Orchestra (MPYO) and Kuala Lumpur City Opera (KLCO). As an active performer, Emily has been invited as a guest musician for various orchestras, such as the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO), KLPAC Orchestra, Selangor Philharmonic Orchestra and PenangPAC Orchestra. She was the concertmaster of KLPAC Symphonic Band. As a chamber music lover, Emily has performed in numerous chamber music ensembles in UCSI, MPO, MPYO, side by side chamber concerts and international music festivals.