A Christmas charity concert was held on December 23rd at the Kyoto Horikawa Music High School Hall in Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto City, where graduate students from Kyoto City University of Arts (Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto City) who aspire to become professional vocalists performed an opera. Approximately 200 people visited and immersed themselves in the beautiful singing before the holy night.
The opera ``The Forest is Alive'' is a story about a girl who searches for spring flowers in the middle of winter due to the selfishness of a queen, and encounters a spirit. The 12 vocal music majors performed multiple roles while creating songs that matched the scenes, producing impressive bass and high notes. There was also a performance in which the audience sang along, creating a sense of unity throughout the venue.
The event has been held annually since 2010 by Kyoto City University of Arts and the Kyoto Shimbun, making it the 14th time. Proceeds after expenses will be donated to the Kyoto Shimbun Social Welfare Corporation.
