Some people think that orchestral music is only reserved for the uppercrust and the sophisticated however after watching Igudesman and Joo’s concert on a Friday evening some people may see classical music in a much more different light. On Friday, the 21st of November, 6 boarders including myself travelled down to the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra to catch the famous YouTube duo, Igudesman and Joo in their concert “BIG Nightmare Music” As we were ushered into the grand hall, we didn’t really know what to expect, some of us assuming that it would be a night of classical music. However, we were soon proven wrong as the minute the duo stepped out, the audience’s laughter rung time and time again through the hall as the duo blended jokes, props and silly antics brilliantly alongside the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra. 



The night continued with a set of well known and loved songs that ranged from classical gems such as Mozart and Beethoven, cherished oldies such as “I Will Survive” and “Moon River” as well as famous movie soundtracks such as the various James Bond themes. Even the orchestra added to the duo’s hilarity by joining in with various antics such as dancing, singing and even crying along during a rendition of “All By Myself”! Overall, I think this has been the most interesting and the most hilarious recital I’ve been to thus far and I’m eager to see what I Igudesman and Joo have in store the next time they drop by Kuala Lumpur!


Wi Kiat - Year 13