By Kevin Corpuz Liban
Young choristers celebrate their third year of participation in SM City Baguio’s annual Christmas celebration.
BAGUIO CITY — The University of Baguio Laboratory Elementary School (UBLES) Small Voices Choir brought festive cheer to SM City Baguio’s Strawberry-Themed Christmas Centerpiece Launch, held at the Mall Atrium on October 23, 2026.
Marking their third year of being invited to the annual celebration, the young choristers delighted the audience with a Christmas musical performance that showcased their vocal talents, confidence, and enthusiasm. Dressed in strawberry-themed costumes, the learners added a charming and colorful touch to the event, celebrating both the holiday spirit and Baguio City’s identity as a destination known for its strawberries.
The performance was followed by musical presentations from the UB Voices Chorale and UB Orchestra, bringing together performers from the University of Baguio community in a shared celebration of music and Christmas traditions.
Beyond the performance, the activity provided UBLES Small Voices with another opportunity to develop their musical abilities, stage presence, discipline, and teamwork while gaining valuable experience in a public performance setting.
The activity also supported the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) by promoting experiential learning and artistic development, SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) by encouraging participation in local cultural celebrations, and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) by strengthening collaboration among the school, families, and community partners.
The choir’s participation was made possible through the continued support of the University of Baguio Administration, the UB Office of Student Affairs, and UBLES Management, headed by Dr. Julius Tong Gateb. Special appreciation also goes to the choristers’ parents, whose creativity, dedication, and generous assistance in preparing the strawberry-themed costumes and other performance requirements contributed significantly to the success of the presentation.
UBLES Small Voices continues to nurture young musical talents through meaningful performances and community engagements, promoting artistic excellence, teamwork, and confidence among its young choristers.
The choir extends its heartfelt appreciation to SM City Baguio for its continued trust and support and for inviting the young choristers to be part of this annual celebration for the third time.
The event highlighted the University’s commitment to artistic excellence and the importance of providing learners with opportunities to share their talents beyond the classroom.
