Kok Kin.
Describe what's like being in the band during your time.
I have been enjoying a lot of freedom as a band member. We always lepak in band room after practice, sometimes even pay chess in it (oops!!). We hang out together a lot, even after graduating from the school. It's definitely the best time in my life and I will always be proud for being a part of this family.
Kok Kin (2nd from left) practicing with other Tuba players from Shen Jai Band during an exchange program in 2004.
What's the best/proudest moment/achievement you've experienced.
It would be 2004 marching competition where we rocked the whole stadium with only 1 marching Tuba.
How was the training sessions like back then?
It was quite strict when I just joined as a junior. However, the band has gone through a transition period throughout my time. I can see the band focuses more on getting result out of the practices rather than having strict & stressful practices, which in a way is a good sign.
Kok Kin (most right) performing during an Old Michaelians Association dinner.
However, I still miss those time when the seniors will not think twice in yelling at us just to correct our mistakes.
Your role models, or the people you look up to in the band. Why?
Not anyone in particular. Most of my seniors have their own unique traits and strength but if I have to name 1, it will be Mr. Aaron Singh for his dedication to the band.
Kok Kin (most right) performing during Teachers' Day in 2005.
Are you still involved in music?
Nah. No time to spend for this in uni.
Do you reminisce about the days you were in the band?
Of course. We even talk about it during some of our gathering at times. I can proudly tell my new made friends that I was part of a band and we did a lot of fantastic stuffs.
Kok Kin (2nd from left) with his batch members and Mun Ming.
What do you think about playing the Tuba, an instrument that many hesitate to play?
Well, I was skeptical about it initially as I joined the percussion section in Form 1. It was the band leader then, Mr. William Chan, who asked me to try out the instruments in bass section and that's how I ended playing it. It was hard initially (seeing the size of the instrument already scaring the hell out of you) but with persistence an dedication I survived my 7 years and even left some "marks" on it.
Oops!
Kok Kin (most left) performing during SMI's former principal Mr. Louis' Retirement Day in 2005.
Message to the current band members.
Just enjoy your time in the band. Always carry yourself with our pledge. With Pride Shall We March.
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Kok Kin
Tuba Player, 2000-2006
Bass Section Leader, 2002-2003
Treasurer, 2002-2003 & 2003-2004
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