Kenny Ooi, founder and artistic director of Rondo Production joins Dr. Beh May Ting to explore how Penang can rise to world‑class standards in music education and performing arts. From the absence of a professional concert hall to the challenges of funding and governance, Kenny reflects on the infrastructure and policies needed to sustain the arts. We discuss Rondo’s role in bringing international musicians home, nurturing young talent, and building a cultural ecosystem that connects audiences and artists. This is a conversation about vision, resilience, and the future of Malaysia’s creative identity.