MRSM Felda Trolak musicians win gold in Prague
PETALING JAYA : The MARESMAF Wind Orchestra (Mawo) brought pride to Malaysia on the international stage by winning the Golden Diploma Award at the 2025 Prague International Festival of Wind Orchestras.
The ensemble from Maktab Rendah Sains Mara (MRSM) Ulul Albab Felda Trolak triumphed over seven other orchestras from six European countries in the 'middle class' category.
They were awarded the highest score based on the quality of performance, technical proficiency, and mastery of internationally recognised musical compositions.
Held on Friday and Saturday in the Czech Republic, the festival featured 13 groups from 11 countries, with Malaysia being the only representative from Asia.
In a Facebook post, communications minister Fahmi Fadzil extended his congratulations, describing the achievement as a proud moment for the Felda community.
'Imagine, these Felda kids had only recently revived the orchestra, and they've already proven that Felda youths can make a mark globally,' he wrote.
In a statement, Felda said Mawo's success reflects the effectiveness of the educational approach undertaken, and the agency's ongoing support for developing the potential of rural youth.
'This achievement proves that Ulul Albab-based education, along with Felda's support for nurturing the next generation, can produce exceptional talents capable of competing on the international stage,' it said.
'This accomplishment is not only a source of pride for MRSM and Felda communities – it also serves as an inspiration to all rural youth: that there are no limits to achieving success on the world stage.'
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