Chow Kiat is an exemplary model of the Singapore dream, having taken the path less travelled and worked hard to make a name for himself. Despite his struggles in academics, the self-taught talent was driven by his passion for music, which he has had since the age of 9, and picked up the instrument on his own. Eventually, he graduated from LASALLE College of the Arts with a diploma in popular music, and earned a Full Ride Scholarship after emerging at the top of a global competition in 2012. The latter brought him to the world renowned Musicians Institute in Hollywood, California, USA, where he graduated with an associate degree in music and was awarded Outstanding Student Award.

Now an endorsed artist with Zildjian Cymbals, he has carved out a career as a prominent and prolific musician in the local and regional industry. Chow Kiat— who operates with the philosophy that art is meant to unite people of diverse backgrounds, cultures and heritage—speaks regularly about his journey towards pursuing his passion and finding success in a non-traditional career, in the hopes of paving the way and inspiring other young, budding musicians in Singapore to do the same.