Embun Ensemble

The Embun Ensemble presents an evening of piano trio masterpieces that traverse shadow, colour, and rhythm across three musical worlds. The programme opens with the famous “Ghost” trio by Ludwig van Beethoven, with bold contrasts and intensity and the eerie slow movement which earned the piece its nickname. Debussy’s piano trio represents youthful passion with lyrical melodies and colourful imaginations that later defined the composer’s style. The recital closes with Piazzolla’s exuberant “Primavera Porteña”, where the ensemble becomes irresistibly rhythmic, bringing the programme to a vibrant end.

Ahmad Munir Mahzair, violin

Ahmad Munir Mahzair is currently a violin lecturer at the Faculty of Music, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM). He also holds the position as the advisor of the UiTM String Ensemble Society(SES) where he continues to inspire young musicians through his guidance and dedication. A passionate performer, Munir has appeared on both local and international stages under the baton of esteemed conductors such as Mustafa Fuzer Nawi and Dato’ Johari Salleh. His versatility as a musician has also led him to collaborate and record with celebrated Malaysian artists including Yuna, Aizat Amdan, Syamel, and many others. Beyond performing, Munir is deeply committed to music education, regularly conducting masterclasses and violin coaching sessions. He is also the founder of the Moon Air Quartet and the Gentlemen String Quartet, an ensemble through which he continues to share his artistry and love for chamber music.

Yeoh Pei Ann, cello

Pei Ann Yeoh is a musician from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. She has received degrees from Queensland Conservatorium (Australia), Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (UK), and a doctorate from King’s College London. As a leader and ensemble member, she has released albums on FMR Records (UK), Sluchaj (Poland), and Boomslang Records (Austria). In 2023, she was a One Beat fellow as part of a residency with Found Sound Nation and the U.S. State Department. She is currently a senior lecturer at the Faculty of Music, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM).

Bernard Tan, piano

An award-winning pianist, conductor, and music educator, Dr. Bernard Tan holds a Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) from the University of Michigan (USA), mentored by the world-renowned Martin Katz. He previously earned a Master of Music degree from the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (UK). Bernard is recognised for his emphasis on cultivating healthy, efficient technique as the foundation for artistic expression. He currently serves as Senior Lecturer at Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), while remaining actively engaged in masterclasses, workshops, and studio teaching throughout Malaysia and internationally.

Date: 18 April 2026

Time: 8:30PM

Venue: Rondo Music Academy

Tickets sold at RM50 (general) and RM30 (students).