Cornelia Crainic, a Romanian soprano, voice teacher, and educator, holds a Master’s degree in Arts, specializing in Music, from the Bucharest Conservatory. With a profound passion for music, Cornelia has dedicated her life to perfecting her interpretive art and advancing music education. Over her career, she has received numerous awards and distinctions for her outstanding performances and participation in international music, dance, and arts festivals. In addition to her artistic achievements, Cornelia is passionate about music education and currently teaches music theory and vocal techniques to students of all ages at NAS International School in Beijing.
Timothy O'Reilly, an educator and performer, is currently the Director of the Arts Department at Nord Anglia School Beijing, Shunyi. With a Master’s degree in Music Psychology in Education from the University of Sheffield, Timothy is known for his pedagogical approach rooted in a deep understanding of musical psychology. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with prestigious institutions in Beijing and excelled as a pianist and classical music performer.
The Children’s Choir and Orchestra of Nord Anglia School Beijing, Shunyi, form a vibrant musical community that contributes significantly to the artistic development of students.
By presenting a diverse repertoire that includes both traditional carols and international works, the ICR Beijing concert "Holy Night" offers a unique opportunity to celebrate the Nativity and promote intercultural dialogue through music. Romanian carols, an integral part of the national cultural heritage, reflect universal values such as faith, humility, and spiritual joy, symbolizing faith and national identity.
Repertoire (75 minutes)
- Orchestra: Winter Wonderland
- Orchestra: Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence
- Orchestra: Rockin’ Jingle Bell
- Choir: Where Are You Christmas
- Choir: Believe
- Choir: Winter Fantasy
- Choir: Here Comes the Snow
- Choir: Deck the Halls
- Choir: Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
- Choir: We Wish You a Merry Christmas
- Class 10 – Duet: Vivaldi Winter
- Class 10: The Trumpet Will Sound
- Piano + Voice: Romanian Carols:
- Sus la poarta raiului
- Deschide ușa, creștine
- O ce veste minunată
- La Vitleem colo-n jos
We warmly invite you to this extraordinary concert, which brings together Romanian traditions and the talents of Chinese children in an emotional and beautifully crafted performance.
Admission is free, but registration is required. To reserve your spot, please scan the QR code on the invitation or email us at ema.stoian@icr.ro.
We look forward to welcoming you!
