SPWinds' Vienna Victory A Testament To Malaysian Talent, Says Education Minister
Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek said the success was the result of the students' dedication, strong family and school support, as well as continuous guidance from the Ministry of Education (MoE).
'SSP has delivered an excellent performance, especially in the orchestra field. This win is a solid victory. The training, support from families, the school, and MOE for this team has been very strong.
'So this is truly a victory for Malaysian children on the world stage, and it is one we must celebrate,' she said after welcoming the team's return at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) yesterday.
Fadhlina said SPWinds deserves proper recognition, and the MOE is currently exploring appropriate forms of reward for the orchestra team.
'They deserve to be rewarded. We will look into suitable forms of recognition, but for now, let us first celebrate their outstanding success on the world stage,' she said.
A total of 66 students aged between 13 and 17 participated in the festival.
They performed 'Amana' by Hiroaki Kataoka as well as 'Rai dan Tari' by local composer Yeo Chow Shern under the direction of conductor Raja Muzafar Shah, who was also named Best Conductor.
The WOF, organised by the Austrian Federal Ministry of Education, Arts and Culture and the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, brought together more than 20 orchestras from 10 countries, with performances held at several iconic venues.
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