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Kallianpur : Parish Choir Group of Milagres Cathedral Kallianpur was organised Marian Singing Competition for children from 1^st std to II PUC in Milagres Tri-Centenary Hall near here on Sunday September 1, 2019.

The purpose of the singing was to identify the potential of children to sing, foster Konkani language along with fostering devotion to Mother Mary in children. About 59 children participated in the event.

The event was held after morning mass from morning 9.45 am till 12.20 pm. The competition began with the welcome and introduction of judges. Mr Alwyn Crasta from Sasthan, Mrs Jovita from Mount Rosary and Shaila Fernandes  from Udupi were the jury.

Singing competition was held in 5 categories. Std 1 & 2 (Category 1) , Std 3 and 4 (Category 2), Std 5 – 7 (Category 3), Std 8-10 (Category 4) & 1^st and 2^nd PU (Category 5).

Each child was given maximum of 3 minutes for singing. Only Konkani hymns on Mother Mary were allowed. About 125 parents actively participated in the programme and encouraged their kids. One of the judges shared her experience and gave tips to kids.

Rev Dr Fr Lawrence C D’Souza, Parish Priest of Milagres, Rev Fr Canute Noronha, Asst. Parish priest, Rev Fr Lancy Fernandes SJ, Animator of Parish Choir, Dr Neri Cornelio & Mrs Felciana Lewis were present. Prizes were distributed to all winners. 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd prize were awarded in each category along with three consolation prizes. Each child received a gift for participating in the competition.

RESULTS:

Category 1: Std 1 & 2

I Place – Leon D’Silva

II Place – Samantha Lewis

III Place – Delisha D’Souza

Consolation

Dareen Mendonsa

Alrina Mascarenhas

Prajwal

Category 2: Std 3 and 4

I Place – Delisha D’Silva

II Place – Ava Sequiera

III Place – Neil Mendonsa

Consolation

Sonal Mascarenhas

Aaron Lasrado

Leona Lewis

Category 3: Std 5 – 7

I Place – Aerona Crasta

II Place – Janice Furtado

III Place – Alia Fernandes

Consolation

Jackyln D’Souza

Triston Noronha

Aimee Crasta

Category 4: Std 8-10

I Place – Vern Rodrigues

II Place – Aslita Lasrado

III Place – Aaniya Menezes

Consolation

Raynell Lewis

Sweedel Lobo

Vinol Lewis & Adroy Nazareth

 Category 5: 1^st and 2^nd PU  

I Place – Janice D’Souza

II Place – Jenny Fernandes

III Place – Anna Fernandes

Consolation

Aldrin Pinto

Stacy D’Souza

Mrs Jyothi Lewis, President of Parish Choir welcomed the gathering. Mrs Gladys, secretary proposed the vote of thanks. Mrs Rosy Baretto compered the programme. Mrs Collin D’Souza introduced the jury. The event was well planned by the choir group. Each one contributed their might for the success. After a long gap singing competition for children was held in the parish. The event concluded with the hymn to Mary.