A Singapore-based multi-ethnic music collective bringing diverse musical traditions into one shared ensemble.
Our Story
Blending Malay, Chinese, Indian, and Western instruments, the ensemble creates a distinctive sound rooted in tradition yet forward-looking, with a unique chromatic gamelan at its core. Renowned for interactive performances and audience engagement, Artusik brings communities together through rhythm, participation, and storytelling.
The collective reimagines traditional and contemporary music, offering accessible, culturally rich performances that celebrate Singapore’s diverse heritage. Ideal for festivals, arts events, and cultural programmes, Artusik’s offerings are also well-suited for corporate events, team-building experiences, and brand activations, delivering engaging live music experiences that resonate with diverse audiences.
To reimagine multicultural music by positioning Nusantara and other ethnic instruments alongside Western instruments as expressive, contemporary voices in modern ensembles.
Mission
To be a leading force in shaping a vibrant musical landscape where multicultural traditions thrive, creativity flourishes, and artists are empowered to explore new possibilities.
Vision
Artistic Innovation, Rooted in Craft
At the heart of Artusik’s practice is instrument innovation rooted in craft. Our custom chromatic Gamelan, developed with traditional artisans including our sole distributorship partner Mustika Laras, expands the expressive range of traditional instruments for contemporary, multicultural ensembles.
We also design hybrid instruments such as the Saronang, extending traditional forms to meet modern creative needs while honouring their cultural foundations.
Multi-Ethnic Music, Designed for Today
Education, performance, consultancy, and creative services for modern cultural experiences.
Structured music education programmes for schools and learners, grounded in traditional practices and contemporary ensemble learning.
Cultural Education & Instruction
Live performances and interactive programmes for corporate events, community settings, and private celebrations including weddings.
Corporate & Community Engagement
Strategic arts consultancy and creative services, from programme planning and advisory to original compositions, arrangements, and cultural content.
Music & Creative Consultancy
End-to-end management of instruments, stage setup, and technical logistics for large-scale and site-specific music productions.
Technical & Logistical Expertise
Cultural Collaboration Through Music
Artusik uses music as a platform for cultural collaboration and soft diplomacy, creating performances that invite dialogue across traditions through shared ensemble practice.
Beyond performances, we engage audiences through hands-on experiences that introduce ethnic instruments, and support partners in sourcing instruments as meaningful takeaways or programme extensions.