HSBC in the Arts 2011
HSBC has long been a supporter of the arts industry in Malaysia.
On the 16 March 2011, HSBC Bank Malaysia pledges its support to the Malaysian Arts scene by contributing RM935,000 to 14 local organisations in a special event held at the HSBC Headquarters.
It hasn’t been easy to survive on arts itself in Malaysia. And those who stood by the arts in good and bad times really deserve the recognition.
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In its continued efforts to support the conservation and development of arts, culture and heritage, HSBC Bank Malaysia announced its pledge of RM935,000 to fourteen local organisations for its 2011 HSBC in the Arts programme.
HSBC in the Arts was first launched in May 2005 and this year marks the sixth year of the Bank’s efforts and commitment in the preservation and support of local culture, performing arts and heritage.
“We are very proud of the HSBC in the Arts programme. This programme has allowed us to support the work of some great organisations in creating programmes that will develop new talents as well as nurture the Malaysian Arts industry.
Our support of the Arts industry is a sign our continued commitment towards the total development of this culturally rich and diverse country.” said Jon Addis, Executive Director and Deputy Chief Executive Officer, HSBC Bank Malaysia.
(R-L) Mr Jon Addis, Executive Director & Deputy Chief Executive of HSBC Bank Malaysia presenting a cheque to Datuk Faridah Merican, Co-founder and Executive Producer of the Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (klpac) at the HSBC In The Arts 2011 cheque presentation ceremony.
“The Arts scene here in Malaysia has grown rapidly over the years and has begun to draw the attention of the Malaysian society to the importance of this industry. HSBC will continue to be a strong supporter of the local Arts community and we are positive that with the right support the Malaysian Arts industry will explode onto the international scene as the ‘Arts destination’,” added Jon.
(R-L) Mr Jon Addis, Executive Director & Deputy Chief Executive of HSBC Bank Malaysia presenting a cheque to Mr Eric Ch’ng, Administrative Director of Hands Percussion at the HSBC In The Arts 2011 cheque presentation ceremony.
The HSBC in the Arts programme is also a further extension of the Bank’s contribution in the area of education as HSBC believes that education is not only confined within the classroom. This programme has provided many undiscovered talents out there the opportunity to hone and explore their skills and interests in the Arts.
(R-L) Mr Jon Addis, Executive Director & Deputy Chief Executive of HSBC Bank Malaysia presenting a cheque to Mr Joseph Gonzales, Creator and Artistic Director at Aswara (National Academy of Arts, Culture & Heritage) at the HSBC In The Arts 2011 cheque presentation ceremony.
Some of the projects under HSBC in the Arts include the continuity of cultural and traditional heritage through organisations such as Dama Orchestra and the challenge of developing the local performing arts scene through organisations such as The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre, The Jumping Jelly Beans, The Actors Studio and Five Arts Centre.
Four new organisations have been added to the list of beneficiaries this year—namely Aswara Dance Company, Kwang Tung Dance Company, Northern Jazz Ensemble and Sugam Karnatica.