Miryang City’s 11th Miryang Silver Singing Contest Successfully Concludes

Songs as a Vital Part of Active Senior Life in Local Communities

The 11th Miryang Silver Song Festival held on the outdoor stage at Miryang Station in Gyeongnam. [Provided by Miryang City Hall]

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Wook] On the 20th, Miryang City in Gyeongnam successfully held the "11th Miryang Silver Song Festival," a singing contest for local senior citizens, at the outdoor stage in Miryang Station Plaza.

The event was organized by the Miryang branch of the Korea Entertainers and Artists Association, with about 200 participants including performers and spectators.

The song festival featured seven teams of seniors who passed the preliminary round, showcasing their well-honed singing skills in a heated competition. Various performances by invited singers also continued, adding to the excitement and enthusiasm of the audience.

One participant in the song festival said, "I practiced hard for today's song festival and am satisfied to have shown my skills without regret. Regardless of the results, I really enjoyed singing to my heart's content."

Jo Jeong-hee, head of the Miryang branch of the Korea Entertainers and Artists Association, said, "I am pleased to hold the 11th Miryang Silver Song Festival. I hope this event becomes a valuable opportunity for seniors to fully demonstrate the singing skills they have cultivated over time," adding, "We will continue to plan events to support the active and vibrant lives of senior citizens."

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