January 2026 Monthly Newsletter

School Updates & Upcoming Events

New Year, New Term

Term I, 2026 has officially begun! We hope you enjoyed a restful and joyful New Year break. As lessons resume, it’s time to rebuild routines, reconnect with practice, and make music a meaningful part of your year once again.

Class slots are filling quickly. If you have not yet renewed your registration for Term I, please contact your school desk as soon as possible to secure your preferred schedule.

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Launch of New Group Courses – Term I, 2026

This term, we are excited to introduce three new group programs designed to make learning music more practical, interactive, and social.

New Programs (Introductory Prices – Term I, 2026 only):

• Band Club – USD 140
• Music Theory Lab – USD 100
• Percussion Group – USD 120

Classes are available at both our Phnom Penh and Siem Reap campuses.
Places are limited.

For schedules and registration details, please contact your school desk.

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Coming Soon: Classical Concert Series Spring 2026

Our Spring Series continues Soundskool’s commitment to live classical performance, presenting four carefully curated concerts that explore the piano, guitar, and vocal repertoire across musical eras.

Spring Series Highlights:

• 1 February, 7:00 PM – Beethoven & Rachmaninoff
  Piano recital by Lee Jea Phang (Kuala Lumpur)
• 29 March, 7:00 PM – A Spanish Night
  Guitar recital by Tran Quang Huy (Ho Chi Minh City Conservatory of Music)
• 26 April, 7:00 PM – Vienna Mélange
  Songs and operetta performed by Maki Yoshizawa, with Yi-Chih Lu on piano
• 17 May, 7:00 PM – Brahms the Progressive
  Piano recital by Ken Min Lim (Melaka, Malaysia)

December 2025 Recap – Looking Back with Gratitude

Message from the CEO

As we closed 2025, our CEO, Gabriele Faja, reflected on a year of growth, resilience, and community. Despite regional challenges affecting daily life and cultural activity, Soundskool remained committed to providing stability, care, and high-quality music education.

We are proud to officially launch the Soundskool Scholarship Program 2026, supporting six students in collaboration with the KMH Foundation, and to continue offering accessible group courses and our free community choir.

Soundskool Day 2025 | Phnom Penh

Soundskool Day 2025 was a joyful celebration of performance, collaboration, and community spirit. From student showcases to friendly competitions and shared moments on stage, the day reflected how far our students have grown in confidence and musicality.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our partners and sponsors whose support made this event possible.

The Drum Awards 2025

The Drum Awards celebrated rhythm, focus, and stage confidence, highlighting young drummers who demonstrated exceptional dedication and musical presence.

Congratulations to the 2025 champions:

• Mark Kuzin (Ages 6–9) 🥇
• Wu Xuan (Ages 10–13) 🥇
• Annikah Mol (Ages 14+) 🥇

We are incredibly proud of all participants who made this competition a standout moment of Soundskool Day.

Year-End Concert 2025

Our Year-End Concert marked a beautiful closing chapter to 2025. Performed by Dr. Vikki Chen, the program moved from the reflective colors of Ravel to the powerful narrative of Schubert’s Wanderer Fantasy, offering an evening of depth, clarity, and musical storytelling.

This inspiration now carries us into Spring 2026, with new concerts, new artists, and new musical journeys ahead.

Soundskool Supporting Don Giovanni Opera Night

Soundskool was proud to be a Silver Sponsor of Don Giovanni in Phnom Penh, supporting world-class opera and contributing to the city’s vibrant cultural scene.

This production brought together local and international talent, offering audiences a powerful blend of drama, music, and theatrical excellence—a memorable experience for students, families, and music lovers alike.

Thank you for being part of the Soundskool community. Your continued support allows us to nurture young musicians, expand access to music education, and keep live performance thriving.

We look forward to welcoming you throughout Term I and seeing you at our concerts very soon.

Love Your Music
Soundskool Cambodia

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