Students from St Joseph’s Private Primary School in Kuching achieved their highest honor to date by securing a Gold C award in the Young Children’s Open category at the 2026 Malaysian Choral Eisteddfod. kuchingborneo reported that the young singers earned 80.79 points for their performances of Umbrella and Adoramus te during the international festival held in Kuala Lumpur.
This achievement represents a significant milestone for the school’s choral curriculum, showcasing the vocal discipline and musical confidence developed within its classroom music programs. The event, described by kuchingborneo as the largest choral festival in Malaysia with over 200 participating teams, provided students with valuable exposure to diverse musical approaches beyond standard textbooks.
The experience extended past competition, offering the ensemble opportunities for stage development and cultural exchange, including interactions with student choirs from Hong Kong. By representing Sarawak on this global platform, the group highlighted the school’s commitment to holistic education through active participation in the wider choral community. The festival environment allowed these young musicians to learn from international adjudicators and peer ensembles, reinforcing the educational value of performance-based learning initiatives.
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