VOS Children’s Choir UK Tour & International Competition
The Voices of Singapore Children’s Choir embarked on its inaugural UK tour in 2024, featuring performances in London and Barnsley and earning 2nd place in the Senior Children’s Choirs category at the prestigious Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod. This milestone highlights VOSCC’s commitment to providing world-class choral education and unparalleled performance opportunities for young singers.
The Voices of Singapore Children’s Choir (VOSCC) embarked on its inaugural UK tour from 27 June to 6 July 2024, marking another significant milestone after their debut at Carnegie Hall in New York. The tour featured solo performances, cultural exchanges and participation in the prestigious Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod.
Tour Highlights:
London: VOSCC collaborated with professional guest choir Vox Urbane in a concert titled East to West at St John’s Smith Square, featuring a repertoire that bridged Eastern and Western musical traditions.
Barnsley: The choir engaged in homestays, rehearsals, and joint performances with the Barnsley Youth Choir (BYC), presenting two concerts at St Mary’s Church.
Llangollen: Competing in the Senior Children’s Choirs category at LIME, VOSCC earned 2nd place with a score of 93 for their performances of Ave Maria and Children of Light, arranged and composed by Artistic Director Dr. Darius Lim.
Judges praised the choir for their “very fine singing” and commended the “drama and energy” of their performance, which showcased both technical excellence and emotional depth.
The VOSCC programme provides young singers with high-quality choral and music education, combined with unparalleled performance opportunities like this UK tour. Through experiences like these, the programme aims to nurture the next generation of musicians, empowering them to excel artistically and grow through meaningful musical journeys on international stages.
