Kianda School Triumphs at 96th National Music Festivals with Italian Dance, Sparking Hope for Future Success
“Our good performance did not come easily. We invested a lot of time and passion into training the dancers to achieve the best results,” she said
By Kimutai Yvonne
The 96th National Music Festivals concluded at Moi Girls Eldoret on the 13th, with a grand finale featuring electrifying performances from students across the country.
A highlight of the festival was the vibrant presentations of cultural dances, showcasing the rich diversity of Kenyan heritage. Kianda School stole the spotlight, earning thunderous applause after winning the national overall award with an outstanding score of 92% for their traditional Italian dance.
Wendy Xu Jelimo, a student at Kianda School, expressed her excitement about their victory. “We are thrilled to have won. The Italian dance is characterized by light steps and is typically performed by women carrying tambourines during wedding ceremonies. Our win today gives us hope, and we are optimistic that we will also lead in next year’s festival,” she stated.
Pamela Odengo, the trainer who guided the Kianda School performers, explained the dedication behind their success.
“Our good performance did not come easily. We invested a lot of time and passion into training the dancers to achieve the best results,” she said.
The event hall was filled with cheers as all participating schools delivered their best performances. Senende Boys set the stage alight with their rhumba dance moves, while other notable performances included those from Migosi Primary, Alliance Girls, and Kenya Coast Polytechnic. Despite the strong competition, only the top performances, as judged by the panel, received awards.
The best teams in various categories are expected to be hosted for a dinner by the Head of State at the Eldoret State Lodge at the end of the week.
10 year old Wendy Xu Jelimo’s stunning Chinese performance at state lodge!
Last year, Wendy Xu Jelimo represented her school at the 95th National Music Festival, where she showcased her skills on the Guzheng, a challenging Chinese string instrument. This accomplishment led to a meeting with the Head of State, fulfilling one of her dreams.
“Meeting the President was a dream come true, and I hope to continue representing our school and Western culture with pride,” Wendy said.
The school continues to aim high, aspiring to excel in their representation of Western culture in future performances.
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