The Singapore Symphony has taken the unusual step of issuing an international appeal on its website to save it from insolvency.
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused the Singapore Symphony Orchestra revenue, donation and sponsorships losses of more than S$1.5 million.
Since March, cancellations of concerts in view of public advisories have resulted in a loss of S$450,000 in ticket revenue. The orchestra also had to call off its annual fundraising gala in April, while corporate sponsorships and donations plummeted due to the uncertain economic outlook.
A local appeal was made a month ago. So far, it has raised just $75,000.