Senate commends DLSZ Strings for twin awards in Europe music festivals

The Senate on Monday adopted a resolution commending the De La Salle Santiago Zobel (DLSZ) Strings Ensemble for their twin awards at music festivals held in Europe in July.

Filed by Senator Risa Hontiveros, proposed Senate Resolution No. 758 congratulates and celebrates the 34 young musicians who represented the Philippines on the international stage.

“The DLSZ Strings' participation in these international events not only highlights the hard work and dedication of the students but also demonstrates Filipinos' world-class talent and musical excellence,” the resolution reads.

The DLSZ bagged the Gold Award at the 2023 Bratislava Youth Music Festival Competition at the Slovak Radio Concert Hall in Slovakia, on July 7, 2023.

They also won the 4th place award with an outstanding rating at the 15th Summa Cum Laude (SCL) International Youth Music Festival held in Vienna, Austria, on July 1.

This world-renowned international celebration is for young musicians from across the globe. Among the participants were choirs, bands, and orchestras from Australia, Austria, Canada, China, Italy, Puerto Rico, Singapore, Taipei, Norway, Netherlands, Spain, and the USA. — DVM, GMA Integrated News