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Yuhua Secondary School

Harmonica Band

Discover how YHSS's Harmonica Band, formed in 1986, builds musical skill, leadership, and teamwork through performances and community events.

Last updated on 9 October 2026

Our Team

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Background

Formed in 1986, the Yuhua Harmonica Band has grown into a close-knit family united by a shared passion for music. The Band’s mission is to promote musical diversity and appreciation through the expressive and versatile sounds of the harmonica.

Beyond nurturing members’ musical talents, the Band provides a platform for students to explore a wide range of genres — from classical and traditional pieces to contemporary pop hits — demonstrating the harmonica’s unique ability to bridge generations and styles.

The Band also plays a vital role in developing leadership, teamwork, and confidence among its members. Many students join with little or no prior musical background, yet through patient guidance and dedicated practice, they discover the joy of performing and a lifelong appreciation for music.

Today, the Band is proud to be led by Ms. He Hui Teng, a passionate alumnus who first discovered her love for harmonica music right here in Yuhua. Together with a team of committed teachers-in-charge, she continues to inspire and guide the Band towards new musical heights — true to our motto: “Unite as One, to Achieve and Excel."

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Our Team

Teachers
Ms Shamim Nisa Binte Yassin (OIC)
Ms Eileen Teng (2IC)
Ms Angelyn Khoo

Student Leaders

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President: Zi Jie

Vice-president: Wira

SL First High: Jun Liang

SL Second High: Wan Yee

SL Tenor: Ziqi

SL Bass/Horn/Chord/Perc: Jayden

QM: Kieran

QM: Qing Long

Secretary: Leonidas

Key Events

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  • Aesthetics Day 2022 Performance Collaboration with Dance CCA

  • Performances for School Events (Chinese New Year Concert, JOY of Yuhua)

  • M.A.D. For Recycling (Make A Difference) Values-In-Action (VIA) Project organised by the Kreta Ayer - Kim Seng Youth Network Branch of the People’s Association

  • Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation 2023

  • GetActive! Singapore Heartlands Festival 2023 with SportsSG

  • PAssion Arts Festival 2023, 2024

  • Singapore Youth Festival 2024 Celebrations

  • Singapore Youth Festival Arts Presentation 2025

  • VIA Project 2025 with TASEK at NTUC Health Active Ageing Centre (Jurong Central)

  • Mini Concert and Exchange with Edgefield Secondary School and Spresso at Singapore Raffles Music College

  • Performance at National Library Building

Achievements

  • SYF AP 2023 (Certificate of Distinction)

  • SYF AP 2025 (Certificate of Distinction)

Social Media

Follow our Harmonica Band on Instagram: @yhhbfamily

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