The 4th Negeri Sembilan Choral Festival 2025, organised by SGM Negeri Sembilan, was held on 16 November 2025 at Soka International School Malaysia (SISM), bringing together voices from various communities.
The festival featured performances by choir groups from SGM Negeri Sembilan, Seremban Chung Hua Alumni, Affiliation of Negeri Sembilan Hakka Association, Negeri Sembilan Eng Choon Association, Negeri Sembilan Che Sim Khor Moral Uplifting Society and Fo Guang Seremban.
Adding youthful vibrancy to the event were three school choirs – SISM Soka Melody Makers, Port Dickson Chung Hua High School Choir Club and Chung Hua High School Music Society.
 Fo Guang Seremban |
 Negeri Sembilan Che Sim Khor Moral Uplifting Society |
 Port Dickson Chung Hua High School |
 SISM |
In his remarks, SGM Negeri Sembilan chairperson Dato’ Chong Khin Sang, who was also the event’s chair, stated that choral singing is an art form transcending language and culture, uniting people through shared voices and hope.
Representing Transport Minister YB Anthony Loke, Lobak assemblyperson YB Chew Seh Yong opened the choral festival. He promoted choral music as a vital force that strengthens community bonds and encouraged continued cross-cultural participation to elevate the state’s vocal arts.
With more than 500 performers taking the stage, the festival presented a rich and diverse repertoire ranging from traditional folk songs to contemporary and inspirational works, reflecting Malaysia’s multicultural heritage.
SGM Negeri Sembilan presented the original musical “The Seeds of Hope,” promoting care for the Earth and sustainable development. The festival concluded with a combined performance of The Gift of the World to Me.
