Musician tunes in to lifelong learning

Going back to school meant a lifestyle change but it was a chance to upgrade himself and reset his career, he says

Music educator Vicknes Vinayak Veerappan, 46, drumming in his Bishan home studio last Wednesday. In 2017, he decided to first take up a diploma in law as a foundation for his subsequent degree. It gave him insight into copyright and intellectual prop
Music educator Vicknes Vinayak Veerappan, 46, drumming in his Bishan home studio last Wednesday. In 2017, he decided to first take up a diploma in law as a foundation for his subsequent degree. It gave him insight into copyright and intellectual property practices, and the knowledge served him well in music production projects. ST PHOTO: GIN TAY
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Heading back to school at 43, professional musician Vicknes Vinayak Veerappan proves that age is not a limitation and learning is a lifelong journey.

Mr Vicknes has been a freelance instructor and a performer since 1994, but it was his interaction with a student that motivated him to become a full-time educator.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on October 19, 2020, with the headline Musician tunes in to lifelong learning. Subscribe