Chua Siew Ling

Chua Siew Ling (Dr) received her PhD (Music Education) at UCL, Institute of Education.  She previously studied Music and Ethnomusicology at the University of Birmingham and at the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London respectively. Prior to joining STAR, she was Vice-Principal at Deyi Secondary School, driving the Centre of Excellence for Performing Arts. She also taught music and conducted the String Ensemble at Tanjong Katong Girls’ School and contributed to music syllabus development at MOE HQ as a Music Curriculum Planning Officer. She has contributed articles on music education and co-authored the book Teaching Living Legends: Professional Development and Lessons for the 21st Century Music Educator.  She sees herself as an advocate for arts education and professional development.