of "Umawit Kang Masaya" (which means "Sing Joyfully" in Filipino/Tagalog) — focusing on a choir preparing to perform that piece.
The song builds from a gentle invitation to a full-throated declaration of faith. For an SATB choir, this dynamic range offers incredible opportunities for crescendos and vocal layering.
For four measures, she felt her voice lift not alone but woven into a living chord. Maestro Reyes smiled—a rare sight.
