In the Footsteps of the Poets: The 2024 Choir Competition

Jointly reported by:
Sr2ScD Lau Shi Yan
Sr2ScD Tan Ying Ern

Photography by:
Kuen Cheng Photography Club

On August 3rd, 2024, Kuen Cheng High School’s annual choir competition finals were held in the school hall. This year’s competition was exceptionally challenging as students had to creatively include elements of classical Chinese poems in their performance. After a fiercely competitive preliminary round, 12 classes were selected by the judging teachers to advance to the final stage of the competition. The classes were divided into two categories: Junior, which consists of classes from Junior middle one to three, and Senior, which consists of classes from Senior middle one and two.

Students performing at the preliminary round

An announcement was made by the emcee, signalling the start of the competition they had all been waiting for. The junior group took the stage to start the competition, eager to show off their talent to the teachers and fellow friends after months of preparation and practice. Each of the classes had their time to shine on the stage, flaunting their skills and trying their best to stand out from their opponents.

One of the most memorable performances was by Jr1Z(2). Their adaptation of Gravity – (Wan You Yin Li) by Silence Wang impressed many. Despite it being their first time participating in this competition and thus having less experience than most competitors, they stood out with their upbeat and lively performance. Their bright costumes complemented the energetic nature of the music, crafting an unforgettable experience for all.

Students of Jr1Z(2) having a blast on stage

Following the junior performances, the focus shifted to the senior groups. Each class delivered beautiful performances, but a few classes notably stood out and made a significant impact on the audience and judges.

Sr2ComB delivered a mesmerising performance that captivated everyone. Their outstanding ability to convey deep emotions through their voices and blend complex vocal lines was truly remarkable. The performers donned traditional Chinese costumes, which brought additional depth to their performance. Besides that, their performance’s martial arts and folk dance segment gracefully incorporated the beauty of Chinese culture.

The martial arts and folk dance segment of Sr2ComB’s performance

Another noteworthy performance came from Sr2ScD. Their use of modern rhythms accompanied by self-written lyrics inspired by a Song Dynasty poem named “Looking South of the River” by Su Shi had demonstrated their eagerness to experiment with new styles and push their creative boundaries. The amalgamation of teal and white with the angelic, uplifting voices emanating from the stage had inevitably touched the judges’ hearts.

Sr2ScD’s enchanting performance

As the final group completed their performance, the judges started evaluating the awards. Soon after, their deliberation came to an end and it was finally time to reveal the winners.

The list below shows all who have won this competition. Congratulations!