The Phenomenal MIS Virtual Concert Surprises Home Audience
Manado
Independent School (MIS) shows the continuous enthusiasm for work in presenting
creative activities showcased by the MIS Music and Art Department. A work of
art through the 17th Musical Concert and 5th Art Exhibition 2020 with the theme
"One Beat to Soothe the Pandemic Heat", on Thursday, November 26,
2020 was successfully held which is a virtual concert broadcast live through
the official MIS account on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Channel. The
purpose of the Virtual Musical Concert and Art Exhibition is to support MIS
students in displaying creativity, honing their talents and abilities to
continue to be developed to be the best even though students are still learning
online at home.
Opened
with the remarks from the Principal of MIS ECP and Elementary School Petra Th.
Norimarna, M.Ed., as the Head Coordinator of this activity, said that the MIS
concert is an annual activity that is scheduled in the school calendar. “The
concert is a little different because there are no ticket sales like in
previous years; because concerts are conducted virtually. We hope that amidst
the tensions of the Covid-19 pandemic, our music performed by talented students
and MIS teachers can provide comfort for the soul and mind, "she said.
The
preparations that were planned and arranged neatly by the MIS Music and Art
Department have produced greater results. Not less exciting than the concert
held face to face, MIS Virtual Concert presents great performances of MIS
students in playing musical instruments, dance, vocals, and painting that
accompany and entertain the audience at home. During the song auction, students
presented a Spanish song entitled Viva La Vida and Healed the World
played by the MIS String Ensemble, Dancing Queen sung by the Class Band
and a music game with the title song Lathi from Guitar Class. Coupled
with the unique and astonishing beauty of the paintings created by MIS
students.
A
gratitude message as MIS Management representative
was conveyed by the High School Principal Vijaya Kollabathula, Ph.D.,
"Thank you for joining our virtual music concert and art exhibition to
appreciate the skills and talents of our students". According to Sir Vijay,
a fundraising event was held to help brothers and sisters who need a helping
hand, namely the Panti Werdha Damai Ranomuut, Panti Asuhan Nazareth Tomohon
Tengah, Panti Asuhan Muthmainnah Hidayatullah Tomohon, Merycville Yetterang
Remboken 2, Panti Werda Ina Tomohon and some MIS employees who are on
compulsory leave.
"The
school is grateful to receive positive support from the parents for the
assistance in the form of money and goods that were extended. The School is
also willing to pick-up assistance provided by donors at their respective
homes. Donation collection will end until December 10, as MIS will carry out
Community Service activities on December 11, 2020”, Sir Vijay concluded.