World Choir Games 2023: Celebrating our first Category Winners!
Results in The Open Competition – Part I were announced
The first milestone at the World Choir Games 2023 has been reached today: At the first Awards Ceremony of the event the first participating choirs in the World Choir Games 2023 - The Open Competition eagerly awaited the announcement of their performance results. The atmosphere in Gangneung Arena was filled with excitement and anticipation as choirs came together to cheer for one another and celebrate their exceptional talents. The cheering seemed endless when choir conductors and representatives received their well-deserved Gold, Silver and Bronze Diplomas as a reward for their dedication and hard work during the last months.
So, let’s give a big applause and recognize the the Category Winners of The Open Competition of the 12th World Choir Games Gangneung 2023 once again:
O2 - Children's Choirs
Anyang Civic Children’s Choir, Republic of Korea
conducted by Gun Yoon Lee
O3 – Youth Choirs of Equal Voices
Sam Tet Voices, Malaysia
conducted by Terence Eng Yee Au
O6 – Vocal Ensembles (mixed and equal)
Song For You Choir, Republic of Korea
conducted by Byung Ro (Ben) Kim
O8 – Mixed Choirs
Dream Lotus Insightful Praises Choir, Chinese Taipei
conducted by Yu Chung Johnny Ku
O10 - Female Choirs
Buk-gu Women’s Choir, Republic of Korea
conducted by Gi-Hwan Lee
O12 – Male Choirs
Gangneung Male Chorus, Republic of Korea
conducted by Lee Chung il
O14 – Senior Choirs of Equal Voices
Zelkova Male Chamber Choir, Republic of Korea
conducted by In Joong Kim
O15 – Musica Sacra a cappella
Northwestern University – Saguday Chorale, Philippines
conducted by Sherberk Cabrales
O17 – Music of Spirit and Faith
Dream Lotus Insightful Praises Choir, Chinese Taipei
conducted by Yu Chung Johnny Ku
O23 – Pop Ensembles
TuneAde, Republic of Korea
O26 – Folklore a cappella
Nowon Women’s Choir, Republic of Korea
conducted by Hyo Jung Suh
O28 – Scenic Folklore
D’B3 Voices Unhas, Indonesia
conducted by Muhammad Mahazir Thamrin
Congratulations to all the winners from tonight's Awards Ceremony! Your performances have truly showcased our shared passion for choral music, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude for your valuable contribution to the World Choir Games.
As we move forward, we eagerly anticipate tomorrow's Awards Ceremony in The Champions Competition, where we will announce the results, too. Stay tuned!
