Kuala lumpur: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim tonight announced a contribution of RM100,000 to the Sekolah Seri Puteri (SSP) orchestra, known as the Seri Puteri Symphonic Winds Orchestra (SPWinds). Anwar, who is also the Finance Minister, stated that the contribution serves as a mark of support and encouragement for the group to carry out programmes and activities that contribute to student development through artistic excellence.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Anwar expressed admiration for the orchestra's performance, describing it as extraordinary. He conveyed that the financial support is intended to motivate the young musicians. This announcement was made following Anwar's attendance at the 'Winds of Glory: AM:PM Amir Masdi and SP Winds in Concert', where he briefly shared his thoughts with reporters.

Earlier in the evening, Anwar, accompanied by Ministry of Education Secretary-General Datuk Dr. Aminuddin Hassim, attended the event at the Plenary Hall, Putrajaya International Convention Centre (PICC). The concert was a collaborative effort featuring local artist Amir Masdi and the SPWinds orchestra, witnessed by approximately 1,000 spectators.

The concert not only aimed to showcase SPWinds' talents but also served as a critical step in preparing for their participation in the 2026 World Music Contest (WMC) in the Netherlands this July. Organised by the SPWinds Parental Support Group (KSIB) under the Sekolah Seri Puteri Parent-Teacher Association (PIBG), the event was also a fundraising effort for their forthcoming trip to the Netherlands.

The SPWinds orchestra has previously achieved international acclaim by winning the Gold Award at the 11th World Orchestra Festival in Vienna, Austria, held from July 23 to 26 last year.