A young pianist in Bedok dedicated a performance to Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat despite his shock at being approached by him. In a Facebook post in celebration of Childrens' Day on Friday (Oct 4) DPM Heng expressed his well-wishes and hopes for children in Singapore.
The Primary five student expressed visible shock when he realised he was speaking to DPM Heng, but managed to play a piece for him.A young pianist in Bedok dedicated a performance to Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat despite his shock at being approached by him.
"This Children's Day, let us all encourage our young ones to embrace their curiosity - to explore, play, learn, create and try something new," he wrote. "Just like young Bedok resident, Jace, who is often at Bedok CC to play the piano or enjoy a game of basketball with his friends. Enjoy this beautiful piece!"In the clip, DPM Heng – who is also an MP for East Coast GRC – is seen asking the young pianist which level of primary school he was in, and whether he attended the nearby Bedok Green Primary.DPM Heng then asks if the young boy had learned to play the piano by himself, to which he nods and says "Ya".
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