The transient beauty of time is undeniable as the seven-day Orientation Camp comes to an end. We invited teachers and parents to join us in the auditorium for the closing ceremony of the 2023 SHBS Orientation Camp. During the ceremony, the photography and editing team presented intricately crafted camp videos, capturing moments of joy through a sequence of frames, forever preserving those cherished memories. The Talent Show and Art Exhibition provided a platform for students to shine and added a perfect exclamation point to the camp.

Art Exhibition

In the realm of calligraphy, every stroke exudes the profound ancient charm of Chinese culture; pencil sketches flow with black, white, and gray lines, portraying lifelike figures and objects; watercolor works blend gentle shades, delineating exquisite scenes that transport us. Curated meticulously by students Martina and Susie, the art exhibition allowed students to express themselves, understand others, and feel the skills, individuality, creativity, and charm emanating from the artworks.

 Talent Show

As the stage lights illuminated, our hosts for the evening, Qianlang, Mike, Eddey, and Angela, stepped forward with enthusiastic voices, establishing an energetic tone for the opening ceremony. Their confident and poised demeanor brought the stage to life.

The first performance showcased a dance medley by Allen, Felicia, Michelle, Lynn, Sophie, Evony, and Claire. Their synchronized dance moves and radiant smiles harmonized with the music, instantly infusing the atmosphere with liveliness.

Following this, Eason took the stage with a solo rendition of "The Nights". With its upbeat melody and rhythmic drumbeats, the audience enthusiastically applauded. Then, Charles performed "Against the Light"; Frank and Michael presented a guitar duet of "Later"; Angela delivered "Spring March" on his own... Each song concluded with thunderous applause and exuberant cheers from the audience.

After enjoying the performances of four fellow students, Isabella's Zither piece "Dream of Sword and Blade" and Harry's bamboo flute solo "Three Five Seven" introduced us to the charm of traditional Chinese instruments.

Subsequently, we were treated to Una and Jessica's rendition of "Blue and White Porcelain"; Jasmine and Cynthia's performance of "Best Part"; Mildred's solo of "My Only"; and Daisy's solo of "Autumn Premiere" ... The melodies conveyed deep emotions, and the lyrics bridged the performers and the audience.

After a series of songs, Stephanie's dance performance "Hit the Road Jack" once again ignited screams and cheers from the audience.

The crisp sound of the piano filled the air as students Doris and Claire took turns with piano solos, playing "Call of Silence," "Ninelie," and Olga's cello solo, "Whispering Tune," showcasing the allure of Western instruments and creating a fusion of Eastern and Western cultures on stage.

After immersing ourselves in Western instrumentals, we enjoyed Lilyan's rendition of "Red Rose White Rose"; Jackson, Mike, David, Mildred, and Dora's guitar performance of "Promise of the Dandelion"; Martina's "Return Line of Love"; and Mike's rendition of "Exotic."...

As the melodies faded, Octanal and Jeff took the stage, demonstrating the intriguing interaction between "Wing Chun" and "Taekwondo."

Following that, Jack and Lanson's dance performance "So Cute, I'm Sorry" elicited laughter from the audience, keeping the atmosphere spirited.

Next, Xenedox took the spotlight with his drum performance of "aLIEz." The rhythmic drumming and powerful vocals infected the audience, who responded with cheers.

As the drumming ceased, Gallon and Devin brought laughter with their cross-talk "Chasing Stars," cleverly incorporating recent trends and showcasing their own creativity.

After the cross-talk, Fred, Jimmy, and others brought us a dance performance of "New Treasure Island," once again prompting enthusiastic and sustained applause from the audience.

Following that, Grace led several students in a cup dance. The rhythmic sound of cups hitting the floor and clapping hands formed the perfect background music rhythm, and the synchronized movements of the students and teachers on stage created a near-perfect performance.

Next, Jennifer and Michael's performance of "Seven" followed, and then Jazmine's rendition of "Call Me Maybe" prompted many in the audience to sing along. Angelina's performance of "2 Minus 1" had the audience joining in harmony with the accompaniment.

Next, Hedy and Iva took on dual roles, delivering a self-created skit, "Magic Stick," bringing laughter and applause from the audience.

Once again, the stage was filled with songs. Hayden's "One Leaf Knows Autumn," Michael's solo of "Get You," and Qianlang and Africatd's performance of "Too Handsome to Have Friends" resonated with the audience. Charles brought a classical song called "Pearl of the Orient".

The final act of the Talent Show was a choir performance of "Boundless Sky" by Harry, Eason, Quentin, and Jason. "Through countless moments facing cold eyes and mockery, we've never given up on the ideals in our hearts." With the rhythm, the audience clapped and sang along. "Boundless Sky," a classic anthem that has influenced and inspired generations of youth, struck a chord with many parents and teachers.

From the setting sun to the rising moon, the students sang and danced, expressing themselves wholeheartedly. With the joyous Talent Show concluded, we bid farewell to this night, eagerly awaiting September's return to school, and the anticipation of a campus life filled with unexpected surprises and challenges, embarking on a journey of brightness and happiness!!

 Students’ Impressions

文 | Doris Tan  Sammy Zhang

排版 | Jang

配图 | Rain Liang