MASTERCLASS WITH SINGULAR MATTERS [SOLD OUT]
Make Cheese with Laurent Baron
Monday 10 October 07:00 PM
La galerie , Alliance Française de Singapour
About the workshop
Join Laurent Baron, the Cheesemaker from Singular Matters in our kitchen as he demonstrates the different steps of cheese making for some popular cheese types. Get a chance to make a small cheese and customize flavor ingredients to bring home your very own fresh cheese! You will also get to taste the different cheeses produced by Laurent in Singapore and discuss the many ways to enjoy them.
In English with a French touch

About Laurent Baron
Upon moving to Singapore in 2020 with the COVID pandemic raging worldwide, Laurent considered to follow a more meaningful path closer to natural elements and where he could have a direct impact locally. Cheese lover and home cheesemaker for some time, Laurent was surprised by the interest and extremely positive feedback he received when sharing his cheese creations with Singaporeans. Laurent believes that cheesemaking is a great bridge between his scientific background and his heritage.
Rachelle Lu Yan
Rachelle Lu Yan is renowned dancer. From a young age, she received professional training within a performing arts troupe, studying under Yao Xiaoming, a nationally recognised first-class dance choreographer in China, while also receiving training in traditional Chinese musical instruments. Her strong artistic foundation led to multiple awards in dance.
In 2016, she joined the Tampines Art Troupe in Singapore. She currently serves as the Chairperson of Tampines Art Troupe, leading this non-profit arts organisation in promoting Chinese culture, engaging in community cultural initiatives, performances, and international artistic exchanges.
Melissa Quek
Melissa Quek is Head, School of Dance and Theatre at LASALLE College of the Arts, University of the Arts Singapore. She is a choreographer, performer and educator whose interest lies in creating a visceral experience for the audience.
She also makes works for young audiences from birth to 12 years old with The Kueh Tutus (a Collective dedicated to creating dance for young audiences). Her most recent performance in August is a collaboration with an occupational Therapist presented by contemporary dance company Raw Moves.
Karst de Jong
Karst de Jong
is a Dutch pianist, improviser, and music theorist. He is internationally recognised in the field, and has published research on music theory, improvisation, and collaborative music creation.
With 35 years of teaching experience, he has held positions at top institutions in the Netherlands and Barcelona. Since 2023, he is a full-time professor at NUS YST Conservatory in Singapore.
Neill Gautier
Neill Gautier
is a performer, teacher and composer driven by a passion for spontaneous composition. The founder of Neill’s Jazz Lab, he is an award-winning drummer and instructor with over 20 years of teaching and performance experience.
Through his travels, he has explored diverse styles—from jazz and funk to Afro-Cuban and electronic music. In Belgium, he delved into contemporary jazz, while in Cameroon, he immersed in traditional African music. These experiences enriched his artistry, allowing him to blend influences and transcend genres.

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