Nine Arts Festival

The Nine Arts Festival marks its debut as a significant cultural initiative in Seremban, designed to showcase Negeri Sembilan as a destination for the arts. Organised by UK-based Malaysian pianist Foo Mei Yi, the festival's structure is inspired by both the nine Greek muses and Navarasa, representing the nine principal emotions of Indian classical aesthetics. The event aims to integrate various artistic disciplines, moving away from traditional gatekeeping to make classical and contemporary arts more accessible to a broader audience.

Key components of the programme include "Far East Sounds," a project that merges Southeast Asian repertoire and Balinese gamelan with Western compositions. The festival venues are spread throughout the city, including Millennia Village, the Royal Sungei Ujong Club, and the Seremban Lake Gardens. The event serves as the first step in a multi-year plan focused on audience development, educational outreach, and local cultural engagement.