Each has a role

"And the band played on," reported TODAY newspaper this morning. "Instead of letting consumers stay in line until the launch of the iPhone 4 until midnight, Singtel treated them to band performances and refreshments."

Violinists enrich a symphony by the individual touch they bring into their playing. According to an acoustical scientist, if all the violinists in an orchestra hit the same note at exactly the same time, the effect would be like the amplification of a single instrument.

Our part in life may be a humble one. But whether one plays the instruments or polishes them, sells tickets or sweeps up after the performance - each has a role to play. And each is needed if the programme as a whole is to succeed.

Vic (left)

Rosnah (centre)