Our story
About HAS
Since 1996, Singapore's home for harmonica players, from beginners to international performers.
Who we are
A driving force in harmonica music
The Harmonica Aficionados Society (HAS) was founded in 1996 by a passionate group of harmonica enthusiasts with a shared vision: to elevate harmonica music in Singapore and share its beauty with the world.
Over the decades, HAS has grown into an influential organisation in the international harmonica scene. Our members have been invited as speakers and adjudicators at the biannual Asia Pacific Harmonica Festival.
We put Singapore on the global stage when we hosted the 10th Asia Pacific Harmonica Festival in 2010, welcoming participants from across the region.
Milestones
Our journey
- 1996Harmonica Aficionados Society founded in Singapore
- 2000First major public concert held, growing membership steadily
- 2005Organised Singapore's 1st National Harmonica Competition
- 2008Active participation in Asia Pacific Harmonica Festival
- 2010Hosted the prestigious 10th Asia Pacific Harmonica Festival in Singapore
- 2015Singapore's harmonica community grew to 8 active ensembles
- 2020Launched online workshops and virtual performances during COVID-19
- 2026Continuing to inspire the next generation of harmonica musicians
Leadership
Management committee
Our committee members volunteer their time to drive the society forward.
Chandrasekaran Vignesh Subramaniam
President
Wang Jun
Vice-President (Internal)
Cheong Dong Han
Vice-President (External)
James Kwa Khoon Kiat
Secretary
Rebecca Chong Su Yun
Assistant Secretary
Ng Siew Hwei
Treasurer
Eddy Ooi Seng Hua
Assistant Treasurer
Albert Kho Chek Hin
Programme Director
Benny Hong Kian Hock
Education Director
Simon Leung Chung Foon
Operations Director
Budi Santoso
Publicity Director
Wai Thwin Soe
Auditor
Elaine Tan
Auditor
16th Management Committee · Term 2026 to 2028
Advisors
Boh Teck Keong
Advisor
Ong Gim Dee
Advisor
Lee Chin Wah
Advisor
Tang Yuen Wai
Advisor
Community
Harmonica groups in Singapore
Singapore is home to a vibrant community of independent harmonica groups and ensembles.
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Singapore Broadway Harmonica Ensemble
新加坡大路口琴重奏团
Contact: Boh Teck Keong (莫德锦)
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