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Firdaus Kamaruddin is a composer, music director, educator, and performing musician with a strong foundation in music composition, arranging, ensemble direction, and live performance. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Composition and a Master of Music Education from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), combining creative musicianship with a deep understanding of musical structure, theory, and communication. His creative experience includes composing and arranging music for theatrical productions, directing live bands, developing musical repertoires, and performing as a keyboardist, saxophonist, and vocalist. He has served as Music Director for productions including Pementasan Teater Muzikal Pak Pandir and Onn Jaafar: Sebuah Muzikal, where he was responsible for scoring, arranging, ensemble leadership, and collaborating with production teams to create cohesive musical performances. With experience spanning theatre, live performance, education, and exposure to video game music and sound design, Firdaus brings versatility, strong musical instincts, and a collaborative approach to composition. He is particularly passionate about creating music that supports storytelling, strengthens emotional impact, and gives each project its own distinctive musical identity.…Firdaus Kamaruddin is a composer, music director, educator, and performing musician with a strong foundation in music composition, arranging, ensemble direction, and live performance. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Composition and a Master of Music Education from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), combining creative musicianship with a deep understanding of musical structure, theory, and communication. His creative experience includes composing and arranging music for theatrical productions, directing live bands, developing musical repertoires, and performing as a keyboardist, saxophonist, and vocalist. He has served as Music Director for productions including Pementasan Teater Muzikal Pak Pandir and Onn Jaafar: Sebuah Muzikal, where he was responsible for scoring, arranging, ensemble leadership, and collaborating with production teams to create cohesive musical performances. With experience spanning theatre, live performance, education, and exposure to video game music and sound design, Firdaus brings versatility, strong musical instincts, and a collaborative approach to composition. He is particularly passionate about creating music that supports storytelling, strengthens emotional impact, and gives each project its own distinctive musical identity.

Firdaus Kamaruddin

Saxophonist, Composer, Music Composer, +6

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Firdaus Kamaruddin is a composer, music director, educator, and performing musician with a strong foundation in music composition, arranging, ensemble direction, and live performance. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Composition and a Master of Music Education from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), combining creative musicianship with a deep understanding of musical structure, theory, and communication. His creative experience includes composing and arranging music for theatrical productions, directing live bands, developing musical repertoires, and performing as a keyboardist, saxophonist, and vocalist. He has served as Music Director for productions including Pementasan Teater Muzikal Pak Pandir and Onn Jaafar: Sebuah Muzikal, where he was responsible for scoring, arranging, ensemble leadership, and collaborating with production teams to create cohesive musical performances. With experience spanning theatre, live performance, education, and exposure to video game music and sound design, Firdaus brings versatility, strong musical instincts, and a collaborative approach to composition. He is particularly passionate about creating music that supports storytelling, strengthens emotional impact, and gives each project its own distinctive musical identity.…Firdaus Kamaruddin is a composer, music director, educator, and performing musician with a strong foundation in music composition, arranging, ensemble direction, and live performance. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Composition and a Master of Music Education from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), combining creative musicianship with a deep understanding of musical structure, theory, and communication. His creative experience includes composing and arranging music for theatrical productions, directing live bands, developing musical repertoires, and performing as a keyboardist, saxophonist, and vocalist. He has served as Music Director for productions including Pementasan Teater Muzikal Pak Pandir and Onn Jaafar: Sebuah Muzikal, where he was responsible for scoring, arranging, ensemble leadership, and collaborating with production teams to create cohesive musical performances. With experience spanning theatre, live performance, education, and exposure to video game music and sound design, Firdaus brings versatility, strong musical instincts, and a collaborative approach to composition. He is particularly passionate about creating music that supports storytelling, strengthens emotional impact, and gives each project its own distinctive musical identity.

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Firdaus Kamaruddin is a composer, music director, educator, and performing musician with a strong foundation in music composition, arranging, ensemble direction, and live performance. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Composition and a Master of Music Education from Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), combining creative musicianship with a deep understanding of musical structure, theory, and communication.

His creative experience includes composing and arranging music for theatrical productions, directing live bands, developing musical repertoires, and performing as a keyboardist, saxophonist, and vocalist. He has served as Music Director for productions including Pementasan Teater Muzikal Pak Pandir and Onn Jaafar: Sebuah Muzikal, where he was responsible for scoring, arranging, ensemble leadership, and collaborating with production teams to create cohesive musical performances.

With experience spanning theatre, live performance, education, and exposure to video game music and sound design, Firdaus brings versatility, strong musical instincts, and a collaborative approach to composition. He is particularly passionate about creating music that supports storytelling, strengthens emotional impact, and gives each project its own distinctive musical identity.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Advanced

Malay

Advanced

Work Experience

Band leader / Performer - Midnight Reverie at Bobo KL

April 1, 2026 - Present

Performed and led musical delivery in a smooth jazz and alternative pop live show. Coordinated and oversaw ensemble repertoire selection, musical arrangements, rehearsals, and performance to ensure an engaging and polished production.

Band Leader / Performer at Bobo, KL

April 1, 2026 - Present

Performed and led a feature stage act (Midnight Reverie) for a live show mixing smooth jazz and alternative pop. Curated/delivered ensemble repertoire selection, musical arrangements, rehearsals, and live performance to deliver an audience-engaging production.

Choreographer - Arabian Adventure: The Musical at Eaton International School (Kajang)

July 1, 2025 - Present

Created original choreography and stage floor plans, led rehearsals, and collaborated with the production team to deliver a cohesive theatrical performance. Enhanced students’ stage presence, confidence, and ensemble performance.

Choreographer - Arabian Adventure: The Musical at Eaton International School, Kajang

July 1, 2025 - Present

Created original choreography and stage floor plans, led rehearsals, and collaborated with the production team to deliver cohesive theatrical performance while enhancing students’ stage presence, confidence, and ensemble performance.

Teacher - Eaton International School at Eaton International School

January 1, 2024 - July 1, 2026

Music educator (early years, KS1, KS2 and secondary/primary). Builds students’ passion and fundamentals in music theory, vocal ensembles, and wind instruments (recorder, ocarina). Prepares students for major showcases such as the school summer musical theatre production, awards ceremonies, and festival events. Uses performance/character building to improve confidence, charisma, and public self-expression.

Teacher at Sweet Lee Music Academy

July 1, 2023 - Present

Provided saxophone instruction from beginner to intermediate levels across age groups, alongside foundational piano training up to Grade 3. Supported structured learning and performance preparation.

Teacher / Coach (Saxophone & Piano foundations) at Suee Lee Music Academy

July 1, 2023 - Present

Guided saxophone students from beginner to intermediate levels across ages, and provided foundational piano training up to Grade 3. Prepared students for performances and assessments.

Teacher - Able Learners at Able Learners

January 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023

Taught music theory, vocal methods, and recorder for KS1 and KS2 (Years 1–9). Prepared and conducted student performances for school events. Additionally taught primary-level Bahasa Malaysia and Global Perspectives.

Teacher - Wise Learnners at Able Learners

January 1, 2022 - August 1, 2023

Taught music theory, vocal methods, and recorder to KS1 and KS2 students (Years 1–9). Prepared and conducted student performances for school events and also taught primary-level Bahasa Malaysia and Global Perspectives.

Customer Service Executive - ShopEe Singapore (Brand International) at ShopEe Singapore (Brand International), KL

May 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021

Provided first-line customer support by resolving platform-related inquiries, ensuring timely issue resolution, and delivering excellent customer service through effective communication and problem solving.

Floor Crew at Sugar Rush, Petaling Jaya

May 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021

Welcomed guests, took orders, and ensured a pleasant dining experience while maintaining efficient service, teamwork, and professional attitude.

Customer Service Executive (Brand Internatio nal) at Shopee Singapore @ Brand International, KL

May 1, 2021 - December 1, 2021

Delivered customer support by resolving platform-related inquiries, ensuring timely issue resolution and excellent customer service through effective communication and problem-solving.

Music Director - Pentas an Teater Muzikal Pak Pan dan Padi at Dewan Seri Budiman, UiTM Shah Alam

May 1, 2018 - May 1, 2018

Arranged and composed the musical score, recruited and directed the live band, and performed as keyboardist. Worked closely with the production team to achieve a unified theatrical presentation through musical leadership, ensemble coordination, and live performance.

Music Director at Pentas an Teater Muzik PAK PANd iR @ Dewan Seri Budiman, UiTM Shah Alam

May 1, 2018 - Present

Arranged and composed the musical score; recruited and directed the live band; performed as keyboardist. Worked closely with the production team to achieve cohesive theatrical presentation through musical leadership, ensemble coordination, and live performance.

Musician (Keyboards) / Band Leader at Orkestra Kuala Lumpur (DBKL)

January 1, 2018 - March 1, 2018

Arranged and scored the musical repertoire, assembled and led the live band, and performed as the keyboardist. Delivered cohesive theatrical production through musical direction, ensemble leadership, and live performance.

Musician / Keyboards at Orkestra Kuala Lumpur (DBKL)

January 1, 2018 - March 1, 2018

Arranged and scored musical repertoire; assembled and led the live band; performed as keyboardist delivering a cohesive theatrical production through musical direction, ensemble leadership, and live performance.

Music Teacher / Workshop Facilitator

May 1, 2017 - May 1, 2017

Conducted additional music-related teaching and/or workshop activities.

President of Sekretariat, MAHASISWA FAKULTI at UiTM

March 1, 2016 - March 1, 2017

Served as President of the faculty student secretariat organization for MAHASISWA FAKULTI.

Music Director - Onn Jaffar: Sebuah Muzikal at Muzium Shah Alam

February 1, 2016 - February 1, 2016

Arranged and directed the musical production for the event; led live musical elements in collaboration with the production team.

Music Director at Onn Jafaar: Sebuah Muzikal @ Muzium Shah Alam

February 1, 2016 - Present

Arranged and composed the musical score and directed the production (including band coordination) to support a cohesive musical theatrical presentation.

Choreographer - Awaken Warrior: The Musical at Eaton International School (Kajang)

March 1, 2015 - March 1, 2016

Choreographed and designed stage floor plans for the annual summer show inspired by Disney’s Mulan. Developed original choreography, led rehearsals, and collaborated with the production team to deliver a cohesive high-quality theatrical performance while building students’ performance skills, stage presence, and confidence.

Choreographer - Awaken Warrior: The Musical at Eaton International School, Kajang

March 1, 2015 - March 1, 2016

Choreographed and designed stage floor plans for the annual summer show inspired by Disney’s Mulan. Created original choreography, directed rehearsals, and collaborated with the production team for cohesive high-quality theatrical performance while developing students’ performance skills, stage presence, and confidence.