Singapore International Band Festival -SIBF

10/04/2026

SIBF-COMPOSE FEATURE:

ORNITHOPHOBIA BY JIA YUAN CHEW

We are proud to feature selected works from COMPOSE! 2025 as part of the official Required Pieces for the 10th Singapore International Band Festival (SIBF) 2026.

These works represent the next generation of compositional voices, showcasing fresh ideas, distinctive musical identities, and strong pedagogical value for developing wind bands.

🎧 Listen to the selected works here:
https://youtu.be/mmD0S36ky9A?si=lu2B1x3iFHYebG47

Participating bands are encouraged to explore these pieces in depth as part of their SIBF preparation.

SIBF 2026www.sibf.sg/required-music

10/04/2026

SIBF-COMPOSE FEATURE:

TRISHAW MARCH BY VISKAMOL CHAIWANICHSIRI

We are proud to feature selected works from COMPOSE! 2025 as part of the official Required Pieces for the 10th Singapore International Band Festival (SIBF) 2026.

These works represent the next generation of compositional voices, showcasing fresh ideas, distinctive musical identities, and strong pedagogical value for developing wind bands.

🎧 Listen to the selected works here:
https://youtu.be/Iz6f2T6HcOA?si=9lsD3O3QRtQV2HIz

Participating bands are encouraged to explore these pieces in depth as part of their SIBF preparation.

SIBF 2026www.sibf.sg/required-music

10/04/2026

SIBF-COMPOSE FEATURE:

A TRISHAW RIDE BY CHOW SHERN YEO

We are proud to feature selected works from COMPOSE! 2025 as part of the official Required Pieces for the 10th Singapore International Band Festival (SIBF) 2026.

These works represent the next generation of compositional voices, showcasing fresh ideas, distinctive musical identities, and strong pedagogical value for developing wind bands.

🎧 Listen to the selected works here:
https://youtu.be/Ki0l5OJcruQ?si=KpOwv5C71lRlwsMv

Participating bands are encouraged to explore these pieces in depth as part of their SIBF preparation.

SIBF 2026www.sibf.sg/required-music

18/03/2026

SIBF 2026 REQUIRED PIECES ANNOUNCED

The Wind Bands Association of Singapore is proud to unveil the official Required Pieces for the 10th Singapore International Band Festival (SIBF) 2026.

Following a rigorous review by our international jury panel, a curated selection of works has been chosen to inspire, and showcase the musical excellence of participating bands from the Division 1, 2A and 2B.

We look forward to hearing your performance on stage at SIBF 2026.

Learn more: www.sibf.sg/required-music



PS. Division 3 and Concert Division programme do not require works from this selection.

10/03/2026

Congratulations to all the winners! 🤩🥳

The works may be selected as one of the required works for the 10th Singapore International Band Festival 2026.

Stay tuned for updates!

05/03/2026

09/02/2026

Thank you to all the composers who have submitted their works for the 3rd WBAS Composition Contest! Winning works may be selected as required piece for the 10th Singapore International Band Festival 2026!

We are thrilled to announce the world-class panel of adjudicators for the 3rd WBAS Composition Contest. This year, we’ve seen responses with submissions arriving from across the globe, including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Spain, Belgium, and Japan.

Tasked with evaluating works inspired by the Singapore Soundscape, our jury features three of the most respected names in the wind band world:

🇸🇬 Zechariah Goh (Singapore) – Acclaimed composer known for his brilliant fusion of Western and Asian musical traditions. 🇦🇺 Jodie Blackshaw (Australia) – A world-leading voice in innovative and inclusive wind band literature. 🇯🇵 Eiji Suzuki (Japan) – One of the most celebrated and prolific composers in the Japanese wind orchestra scene.

Learn more: www.wbas.org.sg/compose-2025

04/01/2026

Closing date: 31 Jan 2026.
Looking forward to the new works!

3rd WBAS Composition Contest 2025 - COMPOSE!
Compose with Singapore’s Cultural Soundscape! 🇸🇬

Do you have a creative spark that can capture the essence of Singapore’s identity? The 3rd WBAS Composition Contest 2025—in conjunction with the 10th Singapore International Band Festival 2026—invites you to compose original wind band music inspired by our local soundscapes and heritage.

Why Participate?

Three tailored categories—Easy (3–5 mins), Medium (4–8 mins), Advanced (7–15 mins)—open to multi-movement pieces.

Draw inspiration from iconic “Sounds of Singapore” such as the Noon Chime, Asian Koel’s Call, or SMRT platform chimes like the Trishaw or Singai Naadu—creatively and meaningfully woven into your composition.

Winning entries may be selected as test pieces at the 10th Singapore International Band Festival 2026—a platform for global exposure.

Open to all composers worldiwde.

Key Dates & Requirements:

* Submission Deadline: 31 January 2026
* Entry Fee: SGD 25 (per submission; multiple submissions welcome)

www.wbas.org.sg/compose-2025

14/10/2025

Important Update: New Dates for the 10th Singapore International Band Festival (SIBF 2026)!

In light of scheduling adjustments, the 10th Singapore International Band Festival will now be held from 21 – 27 July 2026 (previously announced as 27 July – 2 August 2026).

We look forward to welcoming bands, musicians, and music lovers from around the world to Singapore for this milestone edition of SIBF — filled with inspiring performances, competitions, and musical exchanges.

To request for Festival Package, visit https://www.sibf.sg/package-request

To apply, visit https://www.sibf.sg/application-form

Thank you for your understanding.

23/08/2025

3rd WBAS Composition Contest 2025 - COMPOSE!
Compose with Singapore’s Cultural Soundscape! 🇸🇬

Do you have a creative spark that can capture the essence of Singapore’s identity? The 3rd WBAS Composition Contest 2025—in conjunction with the 10th Singapore International Band Festival 2026—invites you to compose original wind band music inspired by our local soundscapes and heritage.

Why Participate?

Three tailored categories—Easy (3–5 mins), Medium (4–8 mins), Advanced (7–15 mins)—open to multi-movement pieces.

Draw inspiration from iconic “Sounds of Singapore” such as the Noon Chime, Asian Koel’s Call, or SMRT platform chimes like the Trishaw or Singai Naadu—creatively and meaningfully woven into your composition.

Winning entries may be selected as test pieces at the 10th Singapore International Band Festival 2026—a platform for global exposure.

Open to all composers worldiwde.

Key Dates & Requirements:

* Submission Deadline: 31 January 2026
* Entry Fee: SGD 25 (per submission; multiple submissions welcome)

www.wbas.org.sg/compose-2025

22/08/2025

Calling all composers!

3rd WBAS Composition Contest 2025 - COMPOSE!
Compose with Singapore’s Cultural Soundscape! 🇸🇬

Do you have a creative spark that can capture the essence of Singapore’s identity? The 3rd WBAS Composition Contest 2025—in conjunction with the 10th Singapore International Band Festival 2026—invites you to compose original wind band music inspired by our local soundscapes and heritage.

Why Participate?

Three tailored categories—Easy (3–5 mins), Medium (4–8 mins), Advanced (7–15 mins)—open to multi-movement pieces.

Draw inspiration from iconic “Sounds of Singapore” such as the Noon Chime, Asian Koel’s Call, or SMRT platform chimes like the Trishaw or Singai Naadu—creatively and meaningfully woven into your composition.

Winning entries may be selected as test pieces at the 10th Singapore International Band Festival 2026—a platform for global exposure.

Open to all composers worldiwde.

Key Dates & Requirements:

* Submission Deadline: 31 January 2026
* Entry Fee: SGD 25 (per submission; multiple submissions welcome)

For more information, visit www.wbas.org.sg/compose-2025