COLOMBO, Sri Lanka, Oct. 18 -- Sri Lanka Broadcasting Corp. issued the following news:

Christine Anjalee Thamel, a Grade 12 student of Holy Family Balika Maha Vidyalaya, Halawatha, has brought immense pride to her school and community by securing First Place at the All-Island, Provincial, and Zonal levels in the Saxophone category at the All-Island Music Competition.

Residing in Katuneriya, Christine has already completed several prestigious music examinations, including the Visharadha Vocal Exam, Classical Guitar Trinity (three stages), and the Saxophone ABRSM examination. Her achievements reflect her dedication and passion for the field of music.

Since her early schooling years, Christine has participated in numerous national-level com...