APRU FELLI Research-Intensive Field Course 2026
June 7, 2027 - June 21, 2027
APRU Orchestra
As an organization that promotes international collaboration and cultural exchange in the academic community. APRU has launched its first APRU Orchestra project in 2025. By bringing together musicians from various backgrounds, we create a powerful platform for collaboration and creativity. Our repertoire, which includes everything from traditional gamelan to beloved Western classics, demonstrates how music can transcend boundaries and promote understanding among different cultures.
The pilot performance of the APRU Orchestra is hosted by Universiti Malaya in October 2025 titled “A Symphony of Cultures – East Meets West”
The next orchestra performance will be held in the Annual Presidents’ Meeting at the University of the Philippines in June 2026 at Manila.
A Symphony of Cultures – East Meets West”
The APRU Orchestra proudly presents a cross-cultural repertoire that brings together Asia-Pacific traditions and Western classical music, celebrating harmony through diversity. Each performance has been carefully curated to introduce audiences to both familiar favorites and hidden cultural treasures, reimagined with creativity and innovation.
Music Program:
Gamelan in Symphony – Traditional Southeast Asian gamelan fused with the grandeur of orchestra.
Beethoven & Victory – The world’s most famous symphony with a modern Eastern pop twist.
Hooked in Malay Classics – P. Ramlee’s timeless songs reborn in Western classical style.
Hooked in Western Classics – Beloved Western themes reimagined with Asian flair.|
Getaran Jiwa – Malaysia’s soulful anthem elevated by symphonic power.
Tunggu Sekejap – A nostalgic Malay ballad reborn with jazz swing.
Kroncong Medley – Folk favorites Jali Jali & Kasih blended with orchestral richness.
Tian Mi Mi – Teresa Teng’s romantic classic with Erhu, Yangqin, and orchestra.
The Moon Represents My Heart – A Chinese love ballad transformed into a symphonic journey.
You can read the article about the inauguration of the APRU Orchestra here.
The inaugural orchestra concert is available on Universiti Malaya’s official YouTube channel:
You can also explore the Behind the Scenes of the APRU Orchestra here.
Chair of the APRU Orchestra
Prof Dr. Mohd Nasir Hashim
Dr. Mohd Nasir Hashim is a prominent figure in the University’s music arena. Having served the Cultural Centre in University of Malaya for 32 years, he is a seasoned musician specializing in composition, orchestration and music technology. Upon graduation from the Mara Institute of Technology (UiTM) in Music, Dr. Nasir later obtained his post graduate degrees at the University of Southampton, United Kingdom. Dr. Nasir also studied under the tutelage of Andrew Llyod Webber in writing scores for musical broadways. His affiliations with the Cultural Centre began when he was appointed as a Cultural Affairs Officer. He is today an Associate Professor at the Music Department.