Drumming skills shine: Chinese drum band wins eight major awards

Later this year, the members of the Chinese Drum Band actively participated in numerous local and international music competitions, winning eight major awards—all gold or champion level—thanks to their outstanding playing skills, excellent teamwork, and brilliant stage performances.

This remarkable achievement is attributed to the members' persistent efforts and the meticulous guidance and mentorship of their instructor, Zhai Yuemin. Under her professional guidance, the members' playing skills and stage presence have significantly improved, fully demonstrating the team's strength. Our school deeply appreciates the dedication of the members and their instructor and hopes that the Chinese Drum Band will continue to strive for excellence and achieve even greater success in future competitions, bringing glory to the school.

1) Hong Kong Youth and Children's Talent Performance Association (HKYCTA) 10th Hong Kong Youth and Children's Music Competition

Chinese Drum Team Ensemble

Champion

2) Teenagers and Children Competition Association 16th Youth and Children's Music Competition Chinese Drum Team Percussion Competition - Ensemble

Champion

3) International Spring Melody Cup Music Competition 2026 INTERNATIONAL SPRING MELODY CUP MUSIC COMPETITION Chinese Drum Team Percussion

Gold Award

4) Asia-Pacific Excellent Kids Creative Arts Association 2026 12th Asia-Pacific Music Performance Competition

Chinese Drum Team: Ensemble (Primary School P.5–P.6)
Taiwan Region: Champion
Asia-Pacific Region: Champion
Hong Kong and Macau Region: Champion

5) Artwings Art Cultural Association Association
10th Hong Kong Youth and Children's Music Competition

Chinese Drum Team (Percussion)

Gold Award

6) Hong Kong Piano and Orchestra Society (HKPAOA)
10th Youth and Children's Music Competition

Chinese Drum Team (Percussion)

Gold Award

7) Asian Gifted Education Association

2026 Asia Music Festival Young Musicians Competition

Chinese Drum Team

Top Talent Award

8)

CYACA Youth and Children's Arts Exchange Association

15th Hong Kong Youth and Children's Music Competition

Chinese Drum Team

Group Ensemble

Champion

This year's Chinese drum band consists of eight passionate members: 5A Kwan Ka-ki, 5B Au Man-kai, 5C Han Yu-bo, 5C Leung Hei-lam, 6A Chung Lok-dan, 6A Han Ka-suen, 6A Lam To-yoon, and 6A Chiu Sze-po.

This year, the band participated in the "2025 Hong Kong Vibrant Drumming 24-Style Competition" New Year's group competition, held at the Tsim Sha Tsui Cultural Centre Plaza. The atmosphere was vibrant and bustling, with the resounding drumbeats filling the entire plaza with energy and passion.

During the competition, the members were focused and fully engaged, meticulously listening to the Chinese drum instructor's guidance, constantly adjusting their posture and rhythm to deliver their best performance. On stage, they were spirited and impressive, each drumbeat powerful and resonant, fully demonstrating their teamwork and perseverance.

After the competition, the members were both excited and gratified, their faces beaming with the joy of success. Everyone was proud of the results of their efforts, which not only improved their performance skills but also deepened their cooperation and team spirit.