At the competition, they're performing at the Kobe Bunka Hall, competing in the Youth Choir Category against groups from Indonesia, Japan, and The Czech Republic, and are performing four pieces that they’ve rehearsed extensively throughout the first semester.  In total there are 25 choirs from 14 different countries competing in seven categories.  They're also performing in the Friendship Concert, and Pray From Kobe Concert commemorating the 1995 earthquake that destroyed parts of the city. They're also making new connections through music with a performance at the Gyosei International School in Tokyo.

1/22/26 - The Results:
The choir received the Silver Diploma Award- Level 10.  For background, you can receive no diploma, a bronze diploma level 1-10, silver diploma 1-10, or gold 1-10. Being one point away from a gold diploma in our first ever international choir competition is a HUGE achievement. 

We're Proud to Support The Arts:

At Rice, we know that fostering opportunities for musical training, artistic expression, and creativity are important pieces for maximizing students’ God-given potential. We’re committed to offering strong art, music, and drama programs because we aim to develop well-rounded students that love learning and seek to nurture their gifts.

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