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KOTA KINABALU
MUSIC & DANCE
FESTIVAL

Bringing The Arts Into Greater Heights

A very warm welcome to the 30th Kota Kinabalu Music and Dance Festival—a joyous celebration of talent, passion, and community spirit! This milestone is more than a competition; it is a platform to raise artistic standards and foster a deep appreciation for the arts.


At its heart, this community-focused project nurtures young talents, allowing them to shine. We are immensely grateful to our distinguished panel of jury who generously contributed their time and expertise to do this together with us.


Alongside the festival, we are thrilled to launch our inaugural Pedagogy Conference. Designed  unconventionally for classroom and private teachers, it prioritizes practical support over academic papers.


The event focuses on actionable strategies to address real teaching challenges, providing educators with directly applicable tools and insights.


By shifting from theoretical discussions to hands-on solutions, we create a collaborative space for sharing experiences to gaining meaningful support.


Ultimately, these events are about family, togetherness, and lifelong friendships. Whether you are a performer, supporter, educator, or first-time guest, we hope you leave with cherished memories and a renewed love for the arts.


Last but not least let’s take great pride in Sabah’s harmonious and multicultural society, a beautiful reflection of our unity as we commemorate 62 years of Merdeka at this time.


Selamat Hari Merdeka and God bless!


Best Regards
Audrey Chin

Upcoming Events

Let's celebrate together our 30th edition of Kota Kinabalu Music and Dance Festival this August 2025

We are proud to introduce our 1st Kota Kinabalu Music Pedagogy Conference

Gala Night

Together, let’s toast to 30 years of achievements with a jubilant celebration.

ADJUDICATORS

Meet Our Adjudicators

Meet our distinguished panel of adjudicators for the 30th Annual Festival—featuring accomplished musicians and educators from across the region who bring a wealth of expertise and insight to this milestone event.

ABOUT US

Discovering Talents among Us

Kota Kinabalu Music Society is a prominent non-profit organization celebrating its 30th Festival in 2025. The Kota Kinabalu Music Society (KKMS) was established in 1973 with the aim of promoting classical music in the community.

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