ENSEMBLES 2008
The Sunshine Chorus of Haimen Experimental School
The Sunshine Choir of the Haimen Experimental School in China is named for the light of the sun and brightens everybody's day like sunshine! In 2003, various Haimen Experimental School choirs were consolidated into one children's choir. This Sunshine Choir currently consists of 80 children, on average 9 years old, with the youngest starting at 7 years.
Conducted by Bian Rui Juan, the Sunshine Choir practices every day at dawn and at dusk, gathering near the school at the side of a lake. Glorious songs fill the air, the children's voices like those of angels sharing every feeling, every emotion. Through music, the students are able to conjure up China's magnificent mountains, luscious landscapes and rushing rivers.
In just the past few short years, the Sunshine Choir has made a splash at various musical events. Among others, it won first prize at a recent city-wide competition, and won first prize in the Vocal category in the provincial Children's Arts Showcase.
The Sunshine Choir sings of the wide ocean and the immense forest, delights in the sunshine, and celebrates the seasons. Music - harmony - joy - happiness!
