For the second consecutive year, the Children’s Choir of the Gonzaga Campus in Palermo has received national recognition, captivating audiences with its talent on the stage of the Teatro Ariston.

The choir was awarded the prestigious Silver Dolphin at the Global Education Festival 2026 (14–17 April), the highest distinction of this international festival dedicated to creativity and culture in education. The award confirms Gonzaga Campus as a leading educational institution in Italy, once again recognised for excellence at national level.

The final ceremony took place during the 27th edition of the festival, which gathered more than 5,000 participants and brought together schools, associations, and young talents from Italy and across the world. The School Creativity Award—known as the Silver Dolphin—is granted to the overall winner among the top-ranked entries in the various competition categories.

Representing Gonzaga Campus were pupils from both the Primary and Lower Secondary School, joined by students from the International School Palermo. Together, they delivered a performance marked by talent, discipline, and enthusiasm. Their rendition of “Double Trouble”, from the soundtrack of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban, stood out for its energy, precision, and strong stage presence, earning warm appreciation from the audience.

The choir was led by Maestro Antonino Palazzolo, with the support of Valentina Coppola and Primary School Coordinator Maria Burrafato. Also accompanying the group were Fr Vitangelo Denora SJ, General Director of Gonzaga Campus, and Vice-Director Marilena Poderati—reflecting a broader educational community committed to nurturing talent, fostering holistic development, and cultivating beauty in everyday learning.

“This victory is dedicated to the children, who interpreted a very challenging piece,” said Maestro Palazzolo, referring to the text inspired by Macbeth. “What may seem like a simple rhyme evokes deeper meanings that resonate with the uncertainties of our time. Young people, with their light, bring hope for both the present and the future.”

Fr Denora added: “This achievement once again confirms the strength of our educational project—one that integrates academic formation, artistic expression, and human development, offering young people meaningful opportunities for growth, international exchange, and the realisation of their talents.”