Paragon’s Orchard Road atrium is set to become the city’s hottest stage this season as Hello Summer takes over from 1 July to 10 August — a multi-sensorial campaign where music takes centre stage.
The month-long celebration features a standout music programme called Notes of Summer curated by Bandwagon. Designed as a showcase of homegrown excellence, the lineup highlights the diversity and creativity of Singapore’s music scene, all while setting the tone for SG60.
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“Hello Summer places music at the heart of the season – a celebration of spontaneity, sunshine, and the joy of live performance,” says Bandwagon founder Clarence Chan. “From our signature Human Jukebox to a heartfelt set by a differently-abled performer, a prodigious young pianist, a genre-blurring showcase by MYRNE with live strings, and more – each act is designed to surprise and uplift. Backed by a network of over 3,000 local artists, we’re proud to help transform Paragon into a living stage where music captures the spirit of summer.”
The campaign opened with a surprise set by Nathan Hartono and an interactive Human Jukebox performance, allowing audiences to choose the genre and tempo live. The quartet — comprising drummer Anson Koh, bassist Eugene Chew, pianist and saxophonist Joanna Lim, and multi-instrumentalist Joel Chua — gave a dynamic display of musical improvisation and audience connection.
From 2 to 12 July, shoppers can catch daily performances from a wide range of acts, including young classical virtuoso Mikkel Myer Lee, who first made headlines at nine for performing Chopin’s 24 Preludes at the Esplanade; classically trained vocalist Heeru Fernandes of the Inclusive Arts Movement; and rising pop artist Elizabeth Saw, who fuses her classical training with modern Mando-pop aspirations.
Other highlights include jazz legend Yvette Atienza, the lively student ensemble NTU Jazz & Blues, a cappella group Under the Covers from NUS, and the Charlene Su Trio, led by the bilingual singer-songwriter behind viral hit ‘I Like Red’.
Closing out the musical run on 12 July is DJ x Strings, a genre-melding collaboration between electronic producer MYRNE, violinist David Loke, and cellist Judy Tsai. Their set promises a bold blend of electronic beats and classical string textures, reimagining what a mall stage can sound like.
From 19 July to 9 August, Paragon shifts gears to celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday with specially curated soundscapes and National Day-inspired performances — a sonic tribute to the nation’s past and present through the voices of local talent.
Hello Summer also features seaside-inspired installations, a Jo Malone London pop-up with limited-edition scents and personalised gifting, and the debut of new retail experiences like Blue Bottle Coffee, Roberta’s R Slice, and Younique Caffè.
As Managing Director of Straits Retail Property Management Services, Jaylyn Ong, puts it: “Hello Summer embodies our vision – a curated celebration of the senses featuring first-of-its-kind music experiences, with dynamic live performances spanning diverse genres by homegrown talent, in honour of SG60.”
Paragon’s Hello Summer is more than just a seasonal campaign — it’s a tribute to Singapore’s creative pulse, brought to life through music, scent, and style.
Hello Summer runs from 1 July to 10 August at Paragon. For more information and perks, click here. Check out the full performance schedule below.
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