Sarawakian singer wins gold at World Championships of Performing Arts

KUCHING: Sarawakian singer Taylor Louise, representing Malaysia, won gold in the open category for ages eight to ten at the 27th World Championships of Performing Arts (WCOPA) in California, USA.

The 10-year-old was also awarded the WCOPA Junior Division Champion for the open category. Her winning song was “What Was I Made For?” by Billie Eilish.

In an appreciation post, she said she is speechless and thankful to God for his love and guidance.

“Guys, I really won a Gold medal for Sarawak and Malaysia.

Taylor

“This is amazing news for me and it will motivate me to do better next time. I have learnt so much and I know I have so much room to improve in terms of my vocal and performance on stage.

“What a wonderful day of my life as the youngest Malaysia team’s vocal contestant aged 10 years old Kuching girl who loves singing and eating wanton,” she said in her Facebook post.

She also took the opportunity to thank her families, coach and best friend for their love and support during her preparation for the competition.

“I would like to also thank you all too for being here with me and reminding me to keep going and not giving up.

“I love you all and thank you for being the pillar of my strengths and support. Without you all, I would not have gone this far.

“Today’s gold medal is for all of you. I love you all and thank you for your prayer,” she said.

Earlier, Taylor sang five songs in five different genres namely Pop, World, Broadway, R&B and Soul.

Meanwhile, over the years, Taylor has won numerous singing competitions including Kids Got Talent under the title Next Most Potential Vocal Artist.

The win has provided Taylor with an opportunity to audition for ‘America’s Got Talent’ Season 20 on Aug 20 this year.

She has also won silver in an online classical singing competition ‘Voices in Bloom’ under Western Folk Song/Art Song (nine to 12 years old).