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Concordia’s Chamber Ensemble and Choir Perform Spring Concerts Concordia International School Hanoi’s High School Chamber Ensemble and Choir were thrilled to get back together and have the chance to perform this spring, at a moment when few schools are able to do so. The Chamber Ensemble and Choir performed at Concordia’s Graduation Ceremony, performing a Beethovan piano concerto featuring senior Gracie, who stepped off the stage in her cap and gown and took the lead in this piece, playing her final solo as a Concordia student. The High School Choir performed “Go the Distance,” from the movie “Hercules” with an ensemble accompaniment of clarinet, cello, and violin. The students agreed it was amazing to be back. “So much joy comes from making music with others rather than by yourself. We were shy at first, but when we warmed up and got back into the routine, we came together. Singing with each other, playing with a group of musicians is more about hearing others than playing by yourself. We’re very fortunate to be able to perform. We had a few online performances, which gave us lessons about pressing and being more precise with our skills, but the best is coming together in real life,” said Gracie (G12). “I’m very happy to be back in school. It’s been difficult to work as a choir during the pandemic and we rarely got to do much singing at all. It really does feel better when we are all singing in the same room,” said Kiet. (G10). “Being able to create music in a group with others is a blessing. Coming back and experiencing such a blessing after a period of social distancing was a privilege,” said Daniel (G12). “During quarantine, the ensemble and choir put on virtual performances and I was lucky enough to participate in both of them. Now that we’re back in class it has been enjoyable to sing and play together again with everyone. I’m glad that I can physically make music with these wonderful people even though online learning was a valuable experience,” said Grace (G10). Music lovers, be on the lookout for Concordia International School Hanoi Choir and Chamber Ensemble performances in the coming school year!
