Students at Nelson Rural School in Miramichi, N.B., have earned top honors in the fall anniversary edition of the 2025 CBC Music Class Challenge, powered by MusiCounts.
From hundreds of schools across Canada, Nelson Rural’s Grade 1-3 chorus placed third in the Elementary Performance, Vocal or Instrumental category, performing Paper Heart by Jeremy and Jazzy.
Their Grade 4-6 chorus achieved second place in the Junior Vocal category with a performance of I’m Like a Bird by Nelly Furtado.
Reflecting on the results, Mrs. O’Neill Delano said: “We were very fortunate to have our Grade 1-3 chorus place 3rd overall and our Grade 4-6 chorus placed 2nd overall from hundreds of schools across Canada. I am so proud of the effort each of our 3 groups gave in producing quality performances. I hope everyone relaxed and enjoyed a well-deserved break.”
Second- and third-place winners were awarded plaques recognizing their achievements.
These results highlight the dedication of Nelson Rural’s students and staff to music education and the school’s ongoing commitment to fostering creativity and performance skills.
