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National Library Reference Guides

Performing Arts

Explore Singapore's performing arts heritage through profiles of key musicians and collections, including The Substation Donor Collection.

Last updated 22 July 2026
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Music 101

Explore books, journals, recordings, and databases on Western, world, and Singapore music using this NLB resource guide.

The Substation Donor Collection

Explore archival materials from Singapore's first independent arts centre, donated to the National Library Board. This guide lists publications, photographs, and sound recordings that document Singapore's arts scene from 1990 onwards.

Performing Artists

Law Wai Lun

Explore resources on Law Wai Lun, a Cultural Medallion recipient who shaped the Nanyang Style in Chinese orchestral music.

Leong Yoon Pin

Explore resources on Leong Yoon Pin, Singapore's pioneering composer and Cultural Medallion recipient, through books, recordings, scores, and more available at the National Library and partner institutions.

Low Ing Sing

Explore the life and legacy of Low Ing Sing, a pioneer of Mandarin theatre in Singapore who won the Cultural Medallion in 1985.

Teng Mah Seng

Explore the life and legacy of Teng Mah Seng, the Cultural Medallion recipient credited with reviving nanyin music in Singapore.