BAC Education's MUSIC4GOOD 2.0: The Polymaths Are Back
Following the overwhelming success of the first Music4Good concert, which raised RM211,000 to support children in 25 orphanages via OrphanAid and assist the Society for the Severely & Mentally Handicapped (SSMH), this second edition aims to raise even more.
100% of donations will go directly towards providing education, essential aid, necessities, and life-changing opportunities to communities in need. Beneficiaries include:
OrphanAid ensures every child has access to quality education through free SPM tuition, refurbished laptops for orphanages, and a 75% bursary for tertiary studies. In partnership with Rotary International District 3300 Malaysia, it identifies and supports deserving students, with tax-exempt donations channelled via Yayasan Kelab-Kelab Rotary Malaysia (YKKRM) to ensure transparency and accountability.
Free Food Society provides food aid to anyone in need, regardless of race, creed, or religion. Founded by a group of concerned individuals, it was created to support the growing number of people who lost their livelihoods due to Covid-19.
Persatuan OKU Sentral champions the rights and empowerment of persons with disabilities through entrepreneurship support, emergency relief, cultural showcases, and initiatives that promote accessibility and inclusion nationwide.
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – Kajang offers vital services such as feeding, sterilisation (TNR), healthcare, and rehoming for stray dogs. They aim to establish a multi-purpose facility that supports sheltering, rehabilitation, adoption, and education
Society for the Severely Mentally Handicapped - For 40 years, the Society for the Severely Mentally Handicapped (SSMH) has been providing therapy, care, and support to children with severe mental and physical disabilities, as well as their families.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, September 20 th, 2025
Time: 7:30pm – 10:30pm
Venue: Horizon Banquet Hall, Menara BAC, Petaling Jaya
Table Reservations (10 pax with dinner): RM2,500 | RM5,000 | RM10,000
Bookings can be made via https://www.giveback.my/campaigns/music4good-in-aid-of-uplift/ or by contacting Ann – 012 339 9959, Jinie – 016 778 8625 or Mitha – 012 988 3487
Tax-exemption receipts are available for donations of RM250 and above.
BAC Education Group: A Legacy of Social Good
MUSIC4GOOD 2.0 builds on BAC Education's long-standing commitment to social good. Flagship initiatives include GiveBack.my (over RM100 million in aid through 200+ partners), SPMFlix (Malaysia's largest free learning platform with 9,000+ lessons for 200,000+ students), and FreeMakan (a food bank that has supported 27,000 families with RM1.7 million raised). The Make It Right Movement (MIRM), launched in 2015, further drives impact by supporting 200+ charity and CSR projects annually, giving students, staff, and the public the chance to volunteer, champion causes, and create lasting community change.
Music4Good is organised by Uplift, fully sponsored by BAC Education and supported by Yayasan Kelab-kelab Rotary Malaysia.
About the Polymaths
The Polymaths came together after a chance meeting between Raja Singham and drummer Siva Ramanathan at a friend's party. One casual conversation about music sparked jam sessions in a basement, bringing together professionals with a shared passion for music – because why not? "We just needed a guitarist, a bassist... and a better keyboardist," Raja joked. "I like running around on stage too much to stay seated!"
Band Members:
Raja Singham – Lead vocalist and Co-Founder of BAC Education Group, driving social impact through Uplift, the Make It Right Movement, and SPMFlix.
Azlan Ahmad Shaharbi – Keyboardist; veteran performer with over three decades on the local and international music stage.
Siva Ramanathan – Drummer; fintech leader and Partner, Chief Growth & Corporate Officer at Ksher.
Sudesh Kumar Nair – Bassist and CEO of Baycom Malaysia, with a background in film, TV, and satellite communications.
Sundara Raj Ramamurthy – Guitarist; Chief Digital Officer at PwC Malaysia and Vietnam, leading AI and digital transformation initiatives.
A Nation-Building Initiative
MUSIC4GOOD 2.0 is a nation-building initiative fully sponsored by BAC Education Group in aid of Uplift, supported by Yayasan Kelab-Kelab Rotary Malaysia.
"Music has the power to bring people together; not just to enjoy a great night out, but to make a lasting impact on lives. With Music4Good, every note we play is for a purpose - to create hope, open opportunities, and help build a better Malaysia," said Raja.
Hashtag: #BACEducation
https://www.giveback.my/campaigns/music4good2-0/
The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
About BAC Education
The BAC Education Group is dedicated to transforming lives through education. With a network of world-class partner universities and organisations, BAC Education offers students an unparalleled educational experience. The Group's vision is to nurture the next generation of innovative leaders with a futuristic mind-set. With over 25 entities, the Group provides the future generation with strong grounding to navigate the Fourth Industrial Revolution by developing soft skills and instilling confidence to increase their competency in an increasingly globalised environment. For more information, visit https://www.bac.edu.my/
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They aim to establish a multi-purpose facility that supports sheltering, rehabilitation, adoption, and education Society for the Severely Mentally Handicapped - For 40 years, the Society for the Severely Mentally Handicapped (SSMH) has been providing therapy, care, and support to children with severe mental and physical disabilities, as well as their families. Event Details: Date: Saturday, September 20 th, 2025 Time: 7:30pm – 10:30pm Venue: Horizon Banquet Hall, Menara BAC, Petaling Jaya Table Reservations (10 pax with dinner): RM2,500 | RM5,000 | RM10,000 Bookings can be made via or by contacting Ann – 012 339 9959, Jinie – 016 778 8625 or Mitha – 012 988 3487 Tax-exemption receipts are available for donations of RM250 and above. BAC Education Group: A Legacy of Social Good MUSIC4GOOD 2.0 builds on BAC Education's long-standing commitment to social good. Flagship initiatives include (over RM100 million in aid through 200+ partners), SPMFlix (Malaysia's largest free learning platform with 9,000+ lessons for 200,000+ students), and FreeMakan (a food bank that has supported 27,000 families with RM1.7 million raised). The Make It Right Movement (MIRM), launched in 2015, further drives impact by supporting 200+ charity and CSR projects annually, giving students, staff, and the public the chance to volunteer, champion causes, and create lasting community change. Music4Good is organised by Uplift, fully sponsored by BAC Education and supported by Yayasan Kelab-kelab Rotary Malaysia. About the Polymaths The Polymaths came together after a chance meeting between Raja Singham and drummer Siva Ramanathan at a friend's party. One casual conversation about music sparked jam sessions in a basement, bringing together professionals with a shared passion for music – because why not? "We just needed a guitarist, a bassist... and a better keyboardist," Raja joked. "I like running around on stage too much to stay seated!" Band Members: Raja Singham – Lead vocalist and Co-Founder of BAC Education Group, driving social impact through Uplift, the Make It Right Movement, and SPMFlix. Azlan Ahmad Shaharbi – Keyboardist; veteran performer with over three decades on the local and international music stage. Siva Ramanathan – Drummer; fintech leader and Partner, Chief Growth & Corporate Officer at Ksher. Sudesh Kumar Nair – Bassist and CEO of Baycom Malaysia, with a background in film, TV, and satellite communications. Sundara Raj Ramamurthy – Guitarist; Chief Digital Officer at PwC Malaysia and Vietnam, leading AI and digital transformation initiatives. A Nation-Building Initiative MUSIC4GOOD 2.0 is a nation-building initiative fully sponsored by BAC Education Group in aid of Uplift, supported by Yayasan Kelab-Kelab Rotary Malaysia. "Music has the power to bring people together; not just to enjoy a great night out, but to make a lasting impact on lives. With Music4Good, every note we play is for a purpose - to create hope, open opportunities, and help build a better Malaysia," said Raja. Hashtag: #BACEducation The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About BAC Education The BAC Education Group is dedicated to transforming lives through education. With a network of world-class partner universities and organisations, BAC Education offers students an unparalleled educational experience. The Group's vision is to nurture the next generation of innovative leaders with a futuristic mind-set. With over 25 entities, the Group provides the future generation with strong grounding to navigate the Fourth Industrial Revolution by developing soft skills and instilling confidence to increase their competency in an increasingly globalised environment. For more information, visit BAC Education
