INTERIOR DESIGNER + MUSICIAN/ SONGWRITER Live & Studio Guitarist Corporate Events | Weddings | Wednesdays @ Hive by Wala Wala | Fridays @ Skyve Elementary Bistro & Bar

Websites:

https://www.facebook.com/clarenceyeomusic
http://www.alivenotdead.com/clarenceyeo
http://www.youtube.com/trycalling

Booking Agent: tryreaching@gmail.com

Interests: Enjoying every exploration and charismatic concoction of creative sounds; sharing stories & creating music through friendship.

Biography: WHO:

Clarence started pursuing songwriting and performance on the guitars from a young age of 10. Driven by passion and constant intrigue of music, he is a live and studio guitarist, guitar instructor and songwriter. His experience in performance has exposed him to various styles, including Bossa Nova, Swing,

R&B, Funk, Blues, Gospel, Rock and Chinese and English Pop. He enjoys rearranging popular numbers with his signature rhythmic finger-picking playing style, re-creating a fresh feel for each song. As a guitarist, he enjoys playing with his 'singalonga friends', often doubling up as a vocalist at shows.

PERFORMANCE:

He has performed his originals and cover renditions in Australia, Brunei and Hong Kong; as session & studio guitarist for artistes like Ying-Ying Shih (Taiwan), Tay Kewei (Singapore), Bevlyn Khoo (Singapore), Juliet Pang (Singapore), Shimona Kee (Singapore); as resident musician at local popular venues like Wala Wala, Acid Bar, Timbre and Em By The River at Gallery Hotel ; at numerous weddings held at five-star hotels like Swissotel, Raffles and Ritz Carlton; at corporate events for companies and societies such as Mercedes-Benz, Mastercard, JTC, SFIC, NTUC Income, Deaf and Pediatric Society; and events such as the prestigious CAPA Aviation Awards Ceremony (Swissotel Stamford), Firecracker 2009 (Esplanade Waterfront Outdoor Theatre), National Day Shows (Singapore Merlion and Fountain of Wealth), Real Love Works 2009 (Marina Barrage), which was graced by MP Dr Vivian Balakrishnan, and the opening and closing of Soler's first Concert Tour in Singapore.

His experience performing with various bands include:

- SAF Music and Drama Company (MDC) Combo Band, Rock Band, and the Fusion Ensemble. He led each group as band leader and performed to Ministers and government officials like the Chief of Army and Chief of Defence Force, and to crowds of thousands during local and overseas official MINDEF functions, road shows, and school shows. He also led and performed over a 2 week concert tour in Rockhampton, Australia and a week at Brunei to distinguished government delegates. In 2007, he performed for the National Day pre-show at the Singapore Merlion and Suntec City Fountain of Wealth.

- "HUSH", an acoustic band who's called Wala Wala their home for the past couple of years. Humbly birthed to compete in the Stripped Acoustic Life competition in 2006 with Carol & Clarence, growing to a now permanent set up with Tay Kewei on vocals and Clarence & Dayv on guitars. They enjoy groovy R&B and pop numbers every Tuesdays, Happy Hour. Kewei & Clarence had also written a song especially for birthday babies who happen to visit. Recently, they were incidentally spotted on the news!

- “UNCANNY SOUNDS”, an indie contemporary/jazz duo, consisting of Juliet Pang on vocals/keyboard and himself on guitar/vocals. They often indulge in the search for an unfamiliar but brewing chemistry of a lovely old song, performing jazz standards, contemporary numbers and original numbers. Performed regularly at Em By The River. In early 2009 upon invitation, held their showcase at Backstage LIVE, Hong Kong. His jazzy arrangement of Sunday Morning (Maroon 5) was also aired LIVE on Okto Live, a local TV programme in the same year. More recently in 2010, they debuted their Singapore Showcase at Esplanade Concourse over two days.

- "SAM & CLARENCE", also affectionately known as "Sam & Clare", enjoys impetus outbursts of creative compositions and daring renditions of their favourite numbers. They have together performed a range of genres from R&B to pop & rock at numerous events and popular spots like Wala Wala, Acid Bar and eM by the River. The adventurous pair, cheeky at times, also enjoys song-writing about the littlest moments of their journey. Recently they presented their original pieces, some of which fresh from the collaboration with published poet, Yi Sheng, at the Esplanade Concourse over a four day series.

- "SERENE & CLARENCE", a duo of good mates carried by Serene Koong's soulful smoky vocals and Clarence's groovy guitar rhythms. Their modern and refreshing take on music comes from truly believing that good music and company comes in no expense of one's soul. They have performed at numerous events and sessions at 7ate9 and Barstop. Recently, they put together a band, MaybeFriday, with two other similar-hearted mates (James Yeo & Shawn Kok) and counted down into the new year at the Marine Cove Countdown 2010.

TEACHING:

Clarence’s passion for teaching has earned him high referral amongst a wide range of students. His personalized teaching experience includes levels from Basic to Advanced, students as young as 6 to mature adults and of both locals and expats. He finds joy in imparting techniques and improvisational knowledge from his vast performance experience and believes in nurturing via encouragement and progressive

education. He aims to produce confident, independent and creative guitarists, bringing out the best of their abilities at each level.

NOW:

Currently, Clarence is teaching, songwriting, and can be spotted performing at events, weddings, and at Wala Wala (Thursdays Happy Hour) & at Skyve Bistro & Bar (Fridays). He also enjoys any form of creative endeavors, especially so in photography and interior design.

MORE INFO:

FB: https://www.facebook.com/clarenceyeomusic
Blog: http://www.alivenotdead.com/clarenceyeo
Vids: http://www.youtube.com/trycalling