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The HKFYG successfully concludes “Hong Kong International A Cappella Contest”
Youngest primary school team proudly claims the Most Potential Award
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 January 2025 – The unique allure of a cappella lies in its harmonious melodies, created solely by human voices, without instrumental accompaniment. On 18 January, local and international talent came together to celebrate the art of a cappella at the “Hong Kong International A Cappella Contest Finals.“
An annual event organised by The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG), the Contest was a resounding success. The team from Pooi To Middle School claimed both the Championship and Outstanding Harmony titles in the “School Division: Pop Chorus.“ Meanwhile, HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College’s HLC Harmonix won the “School Division: Vocal Band,“ along with the Best Presentation, Outstanding Lead Vocal and Outstanding Harmony awards.
In the Open Division, the youngest a cappella ensemble, Little by little Kids, earned the Most Potential Award with their original children’s song “A Happy Day” and their rendition of the cartoon theme song “Problems Every Day.” Comprising six members aged eight to ten from three different primary schools, including a nine-year-old beatboxer who started teaching himself to beatbox at age four, they delivered their performance with great poise and were met with enthusiastic applause from the audience. All members expressed delight at their competition debut. Despite their young age, they demonstrated sophistication in rhythm, lead vocal, harmony, choreography, beat, and even the finer details of song introduction
Also making their competition debut was Pooi To Middle School’s 12-member team, the winner of the “School Division: Pop Chorus.” Having started practising since last September, they attributed their success to their enjoyment of performing and strong team spirit. The team emphasised the importance of individual performances as well as that of their fellow team members. They revealed that while they initially focused too heavily on pitch accuracy, they disordered that shifting their attention the meaning behind the lyrics eventually enhanced their performance.
The Open Division featured professional teams from Japan, Singapore and Taiwan, who competed alongside local talent in an extraordinary musical showdown. TunaStars from Hong Kong ultimately emerged victorious, securing both the Vocal Band (International) and (Hong Kong) Championship titles.
Carrie Wong, Supervisor of the HKFYG, congratulated the winning teams and commended all participants for their exceptional virtuosity and teamwork. She remarked, “By bringing together top teams from Hong Kong and around the world, the Contest serves as a valuable platform for artistic and musical exchange. A cappella groups, without relying on expensive equipment, showcase the power and versatility of the human voice.”
Wong also expressed gratitude to the judges for their professional guidance and extended special thanks to the Hong Kong Arts Development Council for its steadfast support. She affirmed the HKFYG Cultural Services Unit’s continued commitment to promoting a cappella education and fostering exchange through the art form.
The panel of judges for the “Hong Kong International A Cappella Contest Finals” included: Ray Chu, Pop and Jazz Artistic Director of Taiwan Choral Music Center; Zhang Mingming, Chief Executive Officer of Guangzhou Modern A Cappella Club; baratti, A Cappella Producer and Member of Japanese vocal harmony group “Nagie Lane”; Alfred Wong, composer and recipient of CASH Golden Sail Music Awards; and Guddy Chan, renowned vocal coach.
Appendix: Prize winners of the “Hong Kong International A Cappella Contest 2024 Finals”
School Division: Pop Chorus
Prize | School/Team |
Champion, Outstanding Harmony Award |
Pooi To Middle School |
Second Place, Best Presentation Award, Outstanding Lead Vocal Award |
HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College’s HLCers |
School Division: Vocal Band
Prize | School/Team |
Champion, Best Presentation Award, Outstanding Lead Vocal Award, Outstanding Harmony Award |
HKFYG Lee Shau Kee College’s HLC Harmonix |
Second Place | SKH Lam Kau Mow Secondary School’s LKaMella |
Third Place, Outstanding Rhythm Award |
Kwok Tak Seng Catholic Secondary School’s Trend |
Best Arrangement Award | Po Leung Kuk Tang Yuk Tien College’s ERA |
Open Division: Vocal Band (International)
Prize | Team |
Champion (International), Champion (Hong Kong), Best Presentation Award |
TunaStars (Hong Kong) |
Second Place, Best Arrangement Award, Outstanding Lead Vocal Award |
JiU (Taiwan) |
Third Place | SHAKA-SHOKU-SHAKAI (Japan) |
Outstanding Harmony Award | TunaDream (Hong Kong) |
Most Potential Award | Little by little Kids (Hong Kong) |
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About the HKFYG Cultural Services Unit
The HKFYG Cultural Service Unit has long been dedicated to advancing local a cappella development and expanding opportunities for youth participation in arts and cultural activities. Through diverse a cappella training programmes and events organised annually, it has engaged over 370,000 participants from more than 300 secondary schools. In recognition of its contribution, the HKFYG was honoured with the “Arts Education Award (Non-school Category)” by the Hong Kong Arts Development Council in 2016. Signature initiatives such as the “Hong Kong International A Cappella Festival,” “A Cappella Education Programme” and “Hong Kong Melody Makers” continue to promote music appreciation and nurture new a cappella groups, enriching the city’s cultural landscape. For details, please visit https://csu.hkfyg.org.hk.
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This project is supported by the Hong Kong Arts Development Council. Hong Kong Arts Development Council supports freedom of artistic expression. The views and opinions expressed in this project do not represent the stand of the Council.
About The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups
The Hong Kong Federation of Youth Groups (HKFYG) was founded in 1960 and is now the city’s largest youth service organisation. For the past six decades, it has been committed to serving the youth of Hong Kong by providing a variety of services, activities and programmes, which have an annual attendance of nearly six million. We encourage youth to reach their fullest potential, and with community support, we now have over 90 service units. We also have 12 core services, which include the Youth S.P.O.Ts, M21 Multimedia Services, Employment Services, Youth at Risk Services, Counselling Services, Parenting Services, Leadership Training, Volunteer Services, Education Services, Creativity Education and Youth Exchange, Leisure, Cultural and Sports Services, and Research and Publications. Our aim is to motivate young people to grow into responsible and dutiful citizens and we now have over 250,000 registered volunteers and over 500,000 registered members. We believe that our motto HKFYG * Here for You reaffirms our commitment and dedication to the young people of Hong Kong. For more details, please visit hkfyg.org.hk
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Learn Smart Education launch AI System to Enhance Teaching and Learning Efficiency
Elite, Regular, and Foundation Programs Available – Top Tutors Help Students Reach Their Full Potential
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 January 2025 – The Learn Smart Education (LSE) team, which came together during the pandemic in 2021, started with only a handful of teachers but has persevered through challenges to achieve remarkable success. By 2024, the team has nurtured numerous students who have excelled in the HKDSE, with some achieving top-tier results as second and third place scorers. Recently, LSE announced the launch of its self-developed AI learning system, which adheres to the philosophy of “designing the most effective learning solutions for students.” This innovative system enhances teaching efficiency and accelerates students’ learning progress by leveraging advanced AI technology. It analyzes students’ strengths and weaknesses, providing targeted support for weaker areas, and offers personalized learning plans tailored to each student’s needs.
LSE is renowned for its highly efficient learning environment, where students can seamlessly engage with teachers in an interactive and enjoyable setting that further inspires their motivation to learn. The team members are all highly experienced educators, and its star tutors in various disciplines are graduates of the world’s top universities. Each tutor specializes in their respective subject and brings over five years of tutoring experience, ensuring a high level of teaching quality.
Students at Learn Smart Education consistently achieve outstanding results in the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) each year. Over the years, LSE has cultivated multiple second and third place scorers in the HKDSE, solidifying its reputation for excellence.
1 to 1 Personalized Learning with AI-Powered Analysis
Unlike traditional teaching methods, LSE prioritizes individual students’ needs. Its in-house curriculum development team crafts intensive courses, and the advanced AI system analyzes students’ strengths and weaknesses, providing personalized learning plans with targeted support for areas needing improvement. This approach empowers students to identify their strengths while addressing weaknesses effectively, maximizing learning outcomes. The LSE student app features an enrollment system and practice exercises in both Chinese and English. For example, in Classical Chinese literature practice, teachers input passages and translations, selecting difficulty levels. The AI then generates practice questions and suggested answers. After completion, the system uses big data to analyze student performance, comparing it to peers and providing accurate predictive assessments.
LSE offers a diverse range of secondary school courses, covering Chinese, English, Mathematics, and other subjects for students from Forms 1 to 6. Three learning pathways – advanced, regular, and remedial – ensure students start at an appropriate level, gradually building their foundation and improving their learning effectiveness. All teachers are graduates of top universities with extensive teaching experience, providing high-quality instruction. Unlimited Chinese and English essay feedback and unlimited mathematics practice opportunities are included, promoting holistic development and improved learning outcomes.
Free DSE Strategy Workshops and Mock Exams
LSE regularly hosts free one-day DSE strategy workshops and a pre-exam “Register for One Subject, Practice All Subjects Free” campaign, providing additional practice opportunities for students with limited time or resources. Large-scale mock exams help students identify and address weaknesses, preparing them for the DSE examinations and fostering continuous improvement.
Industry Recognition and Future Plans
LSE has received numerous accolades, including the Most Outstanding Classroom Awards and recognition in the Second Mega Rich Family Good Employer Award Program. LSE continuously refines its teaching system, offering increasingly personalized learning solutions tailored to individual student needs. The institution is dedicated to developing strategies to enhance student motivation, encouraging practical application of classroom learning and continuous self-improvement. With the introduction of AI Systems and a series of effective initiatives, LSE aims to provide a superior learning experience, empowering students to overcome academic challenges and build a brighter future.
Hashtag: #LearnSmartEducation #AILearningSystem #AISystem #SecondaryCareer #EnhancementCourses #DSEexam #examtips #DSEprepare #HKTUTOR #Tuitionteacher #parentrelationship #Concentration #Tutor
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Currently operating four campuses in North Point, Prince Edward, and Mong Kok, Learn Smart Education boasts top-tier tutors in each subject. These tutors are graduates of prestigious universities, specializing in their respective fields with over five years of tutoring experience, guaranteeing expertise.
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CN Logistics Newly Launched Air-charter Flight Service Empowers China-Italy Airfreight Connectivity
Ezhou is fast becoming an airfreight hub in China, with a huge cargo catchment area from Shanghai in the east, Chengdu in the west, Xian in the north and Changsha in the south of the country.
Italy has been the major airfreight station of CN Logistics International for many years, with a significant import of garments from China to well-known brands in Italy.
Italy and Europe are the key markets for China. An air service to Milan will have a big cargo catchment area in Europe, both for imports and exports, including France, Switzerland and Germany.
This newly-launched air-charter service will have three flights a week to satisfy the needs of the trade between these two regions. It is a strategic partnership between CN Express and Wuhan Financial Holdings and Hubei International Logistics, two major corporations in Hubei, the centre of China, with a business scope spanning from reefer products, high-tech electronics, general merchandise ( both B2B and B2C ), industrial products, minerals and cereals.
It is the vision of the partnership to expand the co-operation to the U.K., the Iberian, the Middle East and Africa in the coming years.
Mr. Lau Shek Yau, Chairman of CN Logistics, said “We are very pleased to have this opportunity to collaborate with Wuhan Financial Holdings and Hubei International Logistics to promote an airfreight service between the centre of China and Italy of the European Union. We appreciate the professionalism of the Ezhou airport which is manifested by the fast turnaround of the inaugural flight of a Boeing 767 which completed loading of 60 M/T ( chargeable weight ) of cargoes, refueling and supplies and Customs clearance within 3 hours. The efficiency of the Ezhou airport and the service will be well-liked by the eCommerce operators of China with substantial B2C business in Western Europe. Similar efficiency was achieved at the destination in Malpensa airport in Milan. With the support of the parent company of Cargo Services Group, DP World, in Europe, we will see the two-way trade between China and Italy to take a big stride forward with this new Ezhou – Milan air-corridor to be operated by CN Express. We will start planning for other air-routes with our partners to turn Ezhou into a major air-hub in the country.
Hashtag: #CNLogistics #Logistics
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About CN Logistics International Holdings Limited
Established in 1991, CN Logistics is a well-established international logistics solutions provider with core business of providing airfreight forwarding services and distribution and logistics services in relation to fashion products and fine wine, primarily focusing on high-end fashion (including luxury and affordable luxury) products. According to the CIC Report, the Company ranked first in the distribution and logistics market for high-end fashion products in both the PRC and Hong Kong in 2019. For more details, please visit the Company’s website: https://www.cnlogistics.com.hk
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