In both the Lithuanian and Polish contests, the MU Choir was the only Asian team participant and won awards in gospel and spiritual music, performing in Latin and English.
Rit conceded that gospel and spiritual music is an unfamiliar category for Thai choral singers. Originating in the 19th century, Christianity-influenced gospel and spiritual music expressed the African slave's desire for freedom. Therefore, singers need to project a belief in God in order to evoke the often emotional nature of the composition. It was quite difficult for non-christians to understand the meaning and religious context behind the lyrics. Rit said he would share Biblical stories with students to help them find their own motivation behind the lyrics.