The JB Classical Music Festival 2017 invites you on a journey to experience classical music that transcends generations, soundscapes and cultures.
This year we explore the synchronisation of influences, styles, and ideas – illustrating music at its most universal, as it tells stories of the times we find ourselves in (or out of) sync.
27-29 July 2017
Amari Johor Bahru &
Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios
27 July, Thursday
Sans Frontières
by Sayaka Ohira (Japan), Benjamin Fabre (France), Ivan Torres and Mireia Frutos Fernandez (Spain)
8.00pm, Amari Johor Bahru
28 July, Friday
ABRSM + Trinity College London in Interview
10.00am-12.00pm, Amari Johor Bahru
The Piano Accompanist: Partner in Success or Failure
2.30pm, Amari Johor Bahru
Violin Anatomy 101: Understanding String Instruments from the Inside Out
4.00pm, Amari Johor Bahru
Violin Masterclass with Benjamin Fabre and Sayaka Ohira
5.00pm, Amari Johor Bahru
Jazz Up - Rhapsody in Blue
by National Symphony Orchestra Wind Ensemble feat. Julian Chan (Saxophone) and Misa Yamamoto (Piano)
8.00pm, Amari Johor Bahru
29 July, Saturday
The Empire Strikes a Chord: The Music of Star Wars through the Lens of Classical Music
by Dr. Andrew Filmer
11.30am, Amari Johor Bahru
Journey to the West Side
by Philharmonic Winds of Malaysia feat. Bastien Baumet (France)
3.00pm, Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios
A Thai Odyssey
by Siam Sinfonietta
8.00pm, Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios
Masterclasses
Violin Masterclasses with Benjamin Fabre and Sayaka Ohira
28 July, Friday, 5.00pm, Amari Johor Bahru
Workshops
ABRSM + Trinity College London in Interview
28 July, Friday, 10.00am-12.00pm, Amari Johor Bahru
The Piano Accompanist: Partner in Success or Failure
with Robin Lee (Piano) and Dylan Lee (Cello)
28 July, Friday, 2.30pm, Amari Johor Bahru
Violin Anatomy 101: Understanding String Instruments from the Inside Out
by luthier, Tan Chin Seng
28 July, Friday, 4.00pm, Amari Johor Bahru
Special Event
The Empire Strikes a Chord: The Music of Star Wars through the Lens of Classical Music
by Dr. Andrew Filmer
29 July, Saturday, 11.30am, Amari Johor Bahru
Can I get my tickets offline?
We'd highly recommend you to get your concert tickets on Ticketpro and workshop/special event tickets on Eventbrite.
But if you don't trust the Internet (no judging!), do drop by our office at 86, Jalan Wijaya, Taman Abad. We operate from 11am-6.30pm every Monday to Friday. Give us a text or a call at 019-7139900 beforehand, so we can get the tickets ready!
Who are eligible for student/senior tickets?
Student-priced tickets are for local/international students and if you are over the age of 60, you are eligible for the senior rate.
My babysitter isn't free that weekend, can I bring my baby/child?
To ensure the best festival experience for all festival-goers, we strongly discourage parents to bring children below the age of 5.
Are pets allowed?
No. Just imaginary ones.
What should I wear to the festival?
Smart casual is the way to go. No sandals, shorts or slippers allowed.
Is photography / videography allowed in the venue?
No flash photography allowed. But yes, we encourage you to take as many photos and videos as possible. Just be sure to tag us and hashtag #jbifc and #jbcmf2017 when you post them up on your feeds.
What are the parking rates?
Amari Johor Bahru - There is a carpark in the building, in which you are able to validate your ticket at the concierge for a flat rate of RM4.00.
Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios - Free parking.
*Have a question? Email us at hello@jbifc.co and we'll answer them as soon as possible!
Amari Johor Bahru
Ballroom,
82C, Jalan Trus,
80000 Johor Bahru
Pinewood Iskandar Malaysia Studios
Film Studio 4,
1, Persiaran Layar Perak
79250 Nusajaya