For over two and a half decades, the Junior School Oriental Music Group has captivated audiences with their enchanting melodies and vibrant performances.
This year marked a historic moment in their journey as students of Grades 4 and 5 graced the stage for the first time in the 26th Annual Music Festival. The event was held on August 7, 2023, at the New Town Hall in Colombo and was hosted by the Sri Lanka Festival of Music, Dance, and Speech.
In a stunning display of talent, the Grade 5 Oriental Music ensemble emerged All-Island Winners. Their exceptional performance earned them not only the admiration of the audience but also the “Somapala Memorial Trophy for the Best Oriental Choir [Junior Choir Popular Songs (Sinhalese)].”
Meanwhile, the Grade 4 group presented their musical expertise emerging among the All – Island Finalists.
The Grade 4 winners include:
Janudha Illangasekara
Rayan Kumaradasa
Phasara Jayasinghe
Sashein Madiwila
Sithika Samarakoon
Jerusha Walpolapitiya
Akyn Wanigasooriya
Resandu Ariyarathna
Kenul Goonaratne
Disira Jayasinghe
Yoshitha Meegahakotuwa
Lakindu Nillegoda
Yesandu Rajapaksha
Sashen Sooriyabandara
Shemuel Dharmadasa
Methum Karunananda
Anuhas Sangakkara
Sithula YapaRalage
Anusara Premachandra
Tharindiya Senarathne
While the Grade 5 students who enchanted the audience with their harmonious melodies include:
Basilu Abeygunawardena
Manith Kahapola
Chareesha Karunarathne
Ransithu Bandara
Sanka Dissanayake
Chirath Pethiyagoda
Jineth Atapattu
Thenuka Ranasinghe
Chareen Ranasinghe
Sethuja Thennakoon
Bhasura Dissanayake
Vinuga Madurapperuma
Inura Wanniyarachchi
Luthira Wijerathne
Yasindu Abeysinghe
Mindinu Chandratathne
Kavith Gimies
Minul Jayasundara
Sithun Mallaviarachchi
Minuga Dayananda
Sandul Guruge
Kaveen Wickramasinghe
Sithum Roopasinghe
Yashen Karunathilake
The Junior School Oriental Music Group’s outstanding performance at the 26th Annual Music Festival is a testament to their dedication, passion, and unwavering commitment to the art of music. It’s a proud moment for both the students and the College, and it’s a memory that will surely resonate in the hearts of all those who had the privilege of witnessing this musical event.
Our gratitude goes to all the student participants and their teachers Mr Chamila Maddegoda and Mrs Jayanthi Wijekoon for their continuous dedication in embracing oriental music culture. We also extend our heartfelt appreciation to the parents for their unwavering support and encouragement.
