THE Andrea O. Veneracion Sing Philippines Youth Choir, under the leadership of choirmaster and conductor Mark Anthony Carpio, secured an impressive fourth-place finish in both the Polyphony and Folklore categories at the prestigious 55th Tolosako Abesbatza Lehiaketa (Tolosa Choral Competition) held last October 31 at the historic Leidor Aretoa in Tolosa, Basque, Spain.
Competing against 16 countries from around the world, the SPYC captivated the audience with their rendition of a diverse repertoire, including folk songs and classical and popular choral works. Their performance was met with loud applause and accolades from an international audience.
This competition marks another significant milestone for the AOV Sing Philippines Youth Choir, adding to their list of international achievements. The choir has earned recognition for its unique artistry and contribution to the global choral community. In 2022, they won 2nd Prize and Gold Diploma for the Classical Mixed & Equal Category and Gold Diploma in the Ethnic Category in the Busan International Choral Festival and Competition.
