Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows competition
Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows competition
Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows competition
In December 2021, we participated in the Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows organised by the Hong Kong Music Office. We obtained the silver award in the String Orchestra section.
Joint School Music Association Competition
In June 2022, our Symphony Orchestra participated in the Joint School Music Association (JSMA) Competition where they received Gold award. In July 2022, our flute quartet team which has also participated in the competition won Gold award. Their performances all received high praise and recognition.
Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows competition
On 22nd November 2022, 3 teachers and Ms. Harty Tam led the SPCS Symphony Orchestra to participate in the Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows 2022. The Symphony Orchestra was awarded a Silver Award. Congratulations to the orchestra!
The Symphony Orchestra performed Bach Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B minor, featuring a flute solo and a string orchestra. The performance received positive comments from other schools and adjudicating panels. F6 Nicole Yuen and F5 Christy Chiu represented the orchestra to receive the Silver Award from Mr. Eric Yip, cellist of the Hong Kong Sinfonietta.
Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows 2022
The Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows, organized by the Music Office, is an annual inter-school event which encourages music exchange among school Chinese orchestras, string orchestras, symphony orchestras and symphonic bands.
On 14 December 2022, the SPCS String Orchestra, led by Ms. Harty Tam, participated in the Hong Kong Youth Music Interflows 2022 at the Yuen Long Theatre. Our school's orchestra won the Gold Award.
The String Orchestra performed the Mendelssohn String Symphony No. 10 in B minor. The performance received a lot of praise from other schools and the adjudicating panels. Nicole Yuen of F.6T and Noelle Sien of F.4S represented the string orchestra to receive the Gold Award from Ms. Kiann Chow, violinist from Hong Kong Sinfonietta.
All in all, the Interflows experience has been a remarkable journey for string orchestra members and all of them enjoyed the competition.
Joint School Music Association Competition 2023
On 27 March 2023, the SPCS String Quartet (Nicole Yuen of F.6T, Regina Chu of F.5L, Sebie Chan of F.3A and Hannah Cheng of F.2S) participated in the JSMA Competition 2023 at the Y Studio. Our school’s ensemble achieved an excellent score of 89 marks and won the Silver Award.
The ensemble performed Haydn ‘Rider’ String Quartet in G minor, featuring galloping licks on the melodic line of the first violin. The performance received positive comments from adjudicator Mr. HO Chi Chung, praising the quartet for having excellent ensembleship, decent musicianship and musicality, and impressive tone and articulation.
All in all, the competition was a remarkable journey for quartet members and everyone enjoyed the competition.
Joint School Music Association Music Competition 2023 (String Orchestra)
Gold Award
The Joint School Music Association (JSMA) Music Competition was held on 29 March 2023. Our school’s string orchestra performed Mendelssohn Symphony No.10 and received the Gold Award for 9 consecutive years. The performance received positive comments from the adjudicator, Mr. Ray Tsoi, who commended us on our excellent ensembleship and musicality. Congratulations to our String Orchestra!
JSMA 2023 flute quartet
The Joint School Music Association (JSMA) Competition, organized by JSMA, is an annual inter-school event striving for music exchange among the school orchestras, string orchestras, and musical ensembles. On 21 April 2023, the SPCS Flute Quartet (Nicole Chin of 5S, Mickie Yu of 5S, Christy Chiu of 5T and Mavis Chung of 4U) participated in the JSMA Competition 2023 at Hong Kong Cultural Centre. Our school’s flute quartet achieved gold award with 95 marks.
Wan Chai Waterfront Carnival – Symphony Orchestra Performance
The school symphony orchestra received a prestigious invitation to perform at the Waterfront Carnival Opening Ceremony in Wan Chai during the Mid Autumn Festival on 29 September 2023. It was a precious opportunity for the orchestra to contribute to the revitalization of Hong Kong's night economy. Fifty-one orchestra members dedicated themselves to performing professionally in front of the audience.
The sight of 800 drones flying up in the magnificent sky, combined with our stirring musical performance, created a truly enchanting atmosphere. The orchestra performed not only renowned Hong Kong music, including "The Moon Represents My Heart," "The Pearl of the East," "Hong Kong Hong Kong," and "Below the Lion Rock," but also classical music pieces such as the "Hungarian Dance" and the "Radetzky March."
The orchestra members want to express their heartfelt gratitude to Reverend Sister Margaret for providing them with this unforgettable experience. They also extend their thanks to their conductor, Ms. Harty Tam, for leading them through this journey and guiding them to deliver a remarkable performance. Furthermore, they want to express their appreciation to all the supportive teachers, the Prefects Board, and the Shooting Crew who helped out during the event and witnessed their outstanding musical abilities.
Overall, the Wan Chai Waterfront Carnival Symphony Orchestra Performance was a memorable and significant achievement for the orchestra, showcasing their talent and dedication to music.
