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On February 19, 2026, SAE held its first Music Salon of the year, where members performed and received coaching from renowned vocal professor Hu. https://www.meipian.cn/5k9m4xab

January 17, 2026 — Speeches by SAE Members at the New Year Celebration. Best wishes for a healthy and prosperous 2026! https://www.meipian.cn/5jzy87bv

January 17, 2026 — the Starlight Art Ensemble held its 2026 New Year Celebration. The venue was filled with warmth and enthusiasm, brimming with a festive atmosphere. https://www.meipian.cn/5jsqljdt

On the evening of January 6, 2026, the SAE held a contract-signing ceremony at the choir rehearsal hall, marking Mr. Peng Yu’s second term as conductor. https://www.meipian.cn/5jcw9r38

On December 11, 2025, SAE was honored to be invited for a second time to perform at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, presenting a Christmas-themed concert that added a distinctive artistic brilliance to the temple’s annual Festival of Lights. https://www.meipian.cn/5il7ecpl

On the afternoon of Saturday, August 23, 2025, SAE was invited to perform at the Concert Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Victory in World War II , ceremoniously held at the University of the District of Columbia Arts Center. SAE presented a 12-member male chorus, which performed the renowned wartime song ‘Song of the Guerrillas’  at this grand musical event. https://www.meipian.cn/5gbt11hw

On June 7, 2025, the SAE held its annual summer park gathering and picnic. With its crystal-clear lake and lush green trees, the serene park felt like a peaceful paradise away from the hustle and bustle of city life. https://www.meipian.cn/5e3yjv4m

On June 7, 2025, SAE ceremoniously held its 2025 General Assembly at Reservoir Park in Loudoun County, Northern Virginia. Li Fei was unanimously re-elected as President of SAE and appointed Jiang Qiong and Gu Weijiang as new members of the SAE Board of Directors. https://www.meipian.cn/5dycwydd

On April 13, 2025, the SAE participated in the 31st ‘Chinese American Folk and Art Song Concert,’ held at the theater of Winston Churchill High School in Montgomery County, Maryland. https://www.meipian.cn/5d6plhdv

Renowned for his passion for music and ability to inspire choir members, Peng Yu is widely recognized as an outstanding choral conductor in the American Chinese choral community. https://www.meipian.cn/5bknsixs

On January 29, 2025, at the invitation of the Library of Congress Asian American Association (LCAAA), a 54-member delegation from the Starlight Arts Ensemble performed at the 2025 Lunar New Year Concert, held in Montpelier Hall at the Library of Congress. https://www.meipian.cn/5akauanl

The dance program at the SAE’s 5th Anniversary Concert was a highlight of the evening. Blending classical elegance with modern creativity, the performances showcased graceful traditional choreography to energetic contemporary pieces. https://www.meipian.cn/5adw619x

A Unique Artistic Celebration: Reflections on the Starlight Arts Troupe’s Fifth Anniversary Concert. https://www.meipian.cn/5adx0uwa

The Fifth Anniversary Concert of the Washington Starlight Arts Ensemble was grandly held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 11, 2025, at the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center. https://www.meipian.cn/5a9ej4l7

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