Tsubasa performed by NUS Guitar Ensemble as part of Aventura, held at School of the Arts, Singapore, on 31 March 2024.

One of the earliest compositions by Niibori guitar stalwart Kengo Momose, Tsubasa paints a magical musical landscape through its masterful use of techniques such as tremolo. Tsubasa, meaning “wings'' in Japanese, conveys Momose’s belief that each person carries a set of “invisible wings” which help them to chase their dreams. The piece is dedicated to all those who have lost their “invisible wings'', in the hopes that they will rediscover their hopes and dreams.

Composed by Kengo Momose
Conducted by Ang Dun Hao

Soprano: Kuan Kwok Yong
Alto Cembalo: Kaylee Therese Poh Di Er
Prime Cembalo: Law Sean Meng
Bass Soloist: Andrew Immanuel Sutanto
Flute: Kwek Icarus Jaydn
Timpani: Sean Rommel Naces Gabriel

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