Basque Country - YES, LORD YES!

This year, the song we present to Schoolovision meets more objectives and is personalized for the school in different aspects.

The video clip shows in a familiar way the work of some members of the center, who together with the teachers, work for the children and keep the school running.

The song integrates the school's values ​​in its lyrics, and in its second half, it is Dani Pérez's own composition, a primary school teacher. So, the song is tailor-made.

YES, LORD YES

 

I’ll say yes, Lord yes. To your will and to your ways.

I’ll say yes, Lord yes. I will trust you and obey.

When your Spirit speaks to me.

With my whole heart I’ll agree.

And my answer will be yes, Lord yes.

 

Zuri bai, beti. Zurekin nahi dut bizi.

Ta zuregandik dena nahi dut ikasi.

Galduta nagoenean

Itsuka zuregana

Bide hoberik ez dago ta.

 

A  -   le   - luya

A  -   le   - luya

                                                     Enjoy and good luck to everyone!

Lithuania - Folk Songs

We like to sing folk songs very much. This song is about our country Lithuania. It is a collection of several songs. Enjoy listening!

Finland - Saimaannorppa (The Saimaa Seal)

Kurittula school is very happy to be able to represent Finland in the Schoolovision 2024 contest! Our song this year is a Finnish children's song Saimaannorppa (The Saimaa Seal). The song is about an endangered Finnish animal species  whose protection is important. 

The Saimaa seal

(Composition & Lyrics Leena Untamala, Lyrics in English Pauliina Kaksonen)

I’m a Saimaa seal called Armas. I’ve got flippers, missing toes.

I play with friends in water, we fish swirling under water.

You can see me here, on a rock or on the frozen lake.

There are only few of us left, so for our good, please protect. 

:,: Hi, hi, I’m a Saimaa seal! Hi, hi, I say hi to you! :,:

I am aware for the lake is so vast. I probably dodge the nets but only just.

I high five my friends and together we start to sing.

You can see me here, on a rock or on the frozen lake.

There are only few of us left, so for our good, please protect. 

:,: Hi, hi, I’m a Saimaa seal! Hi, hi, I say hi to you! :,:

I really enjoy just lingering, that’s why I crawl towards the beach and start floating.

:,: Hi, hi,  I’m a Saimaa seal! Hi, hi, I say hi to you! :,:

Starring

Aino, Alva, Amanda, Anette, Axel, Elli E., Elli R., Elsa, Emma, Hilla, Hilma, Iines, 

Karola, Leevi, Mainio, Melinda, Nessa, Ria, Sanni, Vappu, Venna, Viia&Vilja

News anchors

Celenia&Lucille

Audio background

Mika Suominen (guitar), Olli Mäkelä (percussion),

Elina Ukkonen (accordion) & Liisa Saksman (whistling)

Direction&video

Kirsimari Pohjanheimo&Olli Mäkelä

Thank you

Linda Purtanen (The Saimaa Seal), Jenni Hakula&Tarja Niemelä

Spain - CELEBRA LA VIDA (CELEBRATE LIFE)

The boys and girls of the CEIP Elvira Vaquero, from the town of Valsequillo in Gran Canaria, representatives of Spain in the Schoolovision contest, have a noble purpose: they want all the boys and girls in the world to be happy. Through their interpretation of the song "Celebra la Vida" by Axel Cabrera, they transmit a message of joy, solidarity and love, with the aspiration of spreading that happiness to every corner of the planet. Their participation is not only an example of artistic talent, but also a gesture of commitment to the well-being and happiness of all boys and girls, thus promoting a happier world full of hope.

These are some of the values that can be identified in the lyrics of the song, which the boys and girls of the CEIP Elvira Vaquero perform in this edition of the European school competition:

Optimism and joy: The song conveys a message of celebrating life and enjoying every moment with optimism and joy.

Solidarity and helping others: Emphasis is placed on helping people and thinking freely, promoting solidarity and mutual support.

Persistence and patience: We encourage you to fight for what you want and to be patient in the pursuit of our goals.

Detachment and freedom: The importance of carrying little burden and not clinging to material things is mentioned, promoting freedom and detachment.

Courage and Resilience: It encourages us to move forward even when faced with challenges or disappointments, encouraging courage and resilience.

Love and generosity: It talks about loving without fear and sharing joy and love with others, promoting generosity and affection.

Peace and rejection of violence: A call is made to promote peace and reject violence, promoting peaceful coexistence and mutual respect.

From Spain -Canary Islands, with this interpretation we invite you to "Celebrate Life", to value and enjoy every moment, promoting from childhood values such as optimism, solidarity, perseverance, freedom, love, peace...

“CELEBRATE LIFE”, always.

Lyrics

Celebrate life

I don’t know if I was dreaming,

I don’t know if I was sleeping,

And the voice of an angel

Said to tell you:

Celebrate life.

Think freely,

Help everyone,

And for what you want

Fight and be patient.

Carry a light load

Don’t hold on to anything

Because in this world

Nothing is forever.

 Look for a star

To be your guide,

Hurt no one

Spread joy.

Celebrate life, celebrate life,

Because nothing is saved

Everything is shared.

Celebrate life, celebrate life,

Second by second and every day.

It’s time to change, to live in love, peace and friendship

that we live without grudges to improve

tolerance and respect for others

I love you and you must learn to live, to smile, to give to receive

listen to what this school wants to say

Live the happy life

Shout against hatred

Against lies,

Because war is death,

And peace is life.

I don’t know if I was dreaming,

I don’t know if I was sleeping,

And the voice of an angel

Said to tell you:

Celebrate life, celebrate life

And leave in the earth your best seed

Celebrate life, celebrate life

Which is much more beautiful when you look at me.

Uzbekistan - I pLove you

We are the International Talent Academy school. Greetings from Uzbekistan!

International Talent Academy school is happy to participate in the Schoolovision contest for the first time on behalf of Uzbekistan.

Our primary years students with the help of teachers created a song called "I pLove you".

At International Talent Academy, we take pride in celebrating our rich cultural heritage and traditions. In Uzbekistan, one of our favorite dishes is the traditional national dish called Pilaf, known as pilau, plov in various parts of the world. This dish holds a special place in our hearts as it symbolizes unity, togetherness, and shared experiences.

As an international school, we believe we should celebrate our diversity in the way that it unites us rather than set boundaries. Our school community is a melting pot of different cultures, languages, and backgrounds, and we celebrate this diversity every day.

One of the ways we express our unity and friendship is by inviting our friends to join us around the table with a delicious serving of Pilaf. It is during these moments that we not only enjoy a flavorful meal but also engage in meaningful conversations about global issues, the importance of friendship, and the pursuit of peace.

Through our participation in the Schoolovision contest, we hope to share a glimpse of our school's values, culture, and hospitality with the world. We invite you to watch our video, listen to our song, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the Uzbek language. We hope that our message of love, unity, and friendship resonates with you and inspires you to embrace diversity in all its forms.

We are happy to spread joy and positivity through music, food, and the universal language of love. Thank you for being a part of our story!

Lyrics:

Cheksiz dunyo xaritasida,

Osiyoning qoq o‘rtasida.

O‘zbekiston degan diyor bor,

Go‘zallikda erur betakror.

Do‘stim kelaqol,

Dasturxon tayyor,

Chorlaydi seni

Go‘zal, yorqin O‘zbekiston!

Bu palov, bu somsa, bu patir -

Olamga tatir.

Kel do‘stim, mehmon bo‘l -

Ko‘p do‘stlar seni kutayotir.

We serve up our plov

Always with Love

East or West

Be our guest

Drink some hot tea

Feel liberty!

We are the younger generation

Who strives for innovation.

But we have a good old tradition,

Keeping us in top condition.

I pLove you my friend

It's a national trend

PLove can unite everyone

Come to Uzbekistan!

Lyrics translated into English

On the map of the infinite world,

In the middle of  of Asia.

Uzbekistan has a land,

In beauty, our land is unique.

My friend come and join us,

The table is ready,

It’s calling you

Beautiful, bright Uzbekistan!

It's pilaf, it's somsa, it's patir -

Its taste spread to the universe.

Come my friend, be our guest -

Many friends are waiting for you.

We serve up our plov

Always with Love

East or West

Be our guest

Drink some hot tea

Feel liberty!

We are the younger generation

Who strives for innovation.

But we have a good old tradition,

Keeping us in top condition.

I pLove you, my friend

It's a national trend

PLove can unite everyone

Come to Uzbekistan!