NEWS & EVENTS :: Calendar of Philippine Choral Events :: October 2011
October 1 & 15 (Saturdays)
Regional Cluster Qualifying Rounds: NAMCYA Choir Category B
October 2, Laoag City.
October 15, 6:00 p.m., Abelardo Hall, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City.
- The Young Minstrels
- Ilocos Norte National High School Youth Choir
October 15, 6:00 p.m., Abelardo Hall, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City.
- Muntinlupa Science High School Chorale
- Musica Paulinos
- Marcelo H. Del Pilas National High School Youth Choir
- University of the Philippines Rural High School Glee Club
- Kantika Baao
October 1 (Saturday)
Concert of Koro Ilustrado
7:00 p.m., Philamlife Auditorium, United Nations Avenue, Manila.
Koro Ilustrado is co-directed by Edmund Piquero [Active PCDA Member]
Koro Ilustrado is co-directed by Edmund Piquero [Active PCDA Member]
October 8 (Saturday)
Symphony of Earth Angels
4:30 p.m., San Carlos Seminary, Guadalupe, Makati City.
A concert of the Mandaluyong Children's Choir with Alejandro Consolacion (organist) and Farley Asuncion (pianist) conducted by Sebastian Trinidad. Admission is free.
A concert of the Mandaluyong Children's Choir with Alejandro Consolacion (organist) and Farley Asuncion (pianist) conducted by Sebastian Trinidad. Admission is free.
October 8 (Saturday)
Concert of University of the Visayas Chorale
Details to follow.
The University of the Visayas Chorale is conducted by Anna Tabita Piquero [PCDA Director].
The University of the Visayas Chorale is conducted by Anna Tabita Piquero [PCDA Director].
October 8, 15, 22 (Saturdays) & 26 (Sunday)
Regional Finals: MBC National Choral Competition
October 8, Davao City.
October 15 & 16, Star Theatre, Star City Complex, Pasay City.
October 22, Naga City.
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October 15 & 16, Star Theatre, Star City Complex, Pasay City.
October 22, Naga City.
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October 14 (Friday)
Mass for Sir Reynaldo Paguio
6:00 p.m., Parish of the Holy Sacrifice, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City.
A memorial mass organized by the University of the Philippines Concert Chorus under Janet Aracama [ Active PCDA Member ].
A memorial mass organized by the University of the Philippines Concert Chorus under Janet Aracama [ Active PCDA Member ].
October 14 (Friday)
VocaBlends in Concert
8:00 p.m., Studio Theater, Singapore School of the Arts (SOTA), 1 Zubir Said Drive, Singapore 227968.
The VocaBlends, founded in August 2010 by Earl Stanley T. Lazo [Active PCDA Member], is an a cappella group of Filipino professionals working in Singapore, who unanimously share the same passion for music and singing. Fun-loving and cool, VocaBlends loves to entertain in their own unique style and rhythm. As a follow-up to their sold-out concert in March 2011 at The Singapore Arts House, the VocaBlends invites you to another enchanting evening filled with songs that will touch your heartstrings at the Singapore International A Cappella Festival 2011. Find yourself laughing, misty-eyed, and even singing-along to some of the current chart hits or songs from way-back-when. It's another affair to remember from the VocaBlends that you should not miss! Information: www.acappella.org.sg/events/festival/festivaltickets.
The VocaBlends, founded in August 2010 by Earl Stanley T. Lazo [Active PCDA Member], is an a cappella group of Filipino professionals working in Singapore, who unanimously share the same passion for music and singing. Fun-loving and cool, VocaBlends loves to entertain in their own unique style and rhythm. As a follow-up to their sold-out concert in March 2011 at The Singapore Arts House, the VocaBlends invites you to another enchanting evening filled with songs that will touch your heartstrings at the Singapore International A Cappella Festival 2011. Find yourself laughing, misty-eyed, and even singing-along to some of the current chart hits or songs from way-back-when. It's another affair to remember from the VocaBlends that you should not miss! Information: www.acappella.org.sg/events/festival/festivaltickets.
October 15 (Saturday)
Coming Home
PEOPLE'S CHOICE POSTER OF THE MONTH
5:00pm, Central United Methodist Church, 694 T. M. Kalaw St., Ermita, Manila.
The A Cappella Centralites (AcCents) is a Church Choir that specializes in unaccompanied singing. Founded in 2009 by Joy T. Nilo [PCDA Director], it has performed in various concert halls and Churches in the Philippines and Indonesia, has had appearances in different tv shows as well as guestings in leading radio programs. Based in Central United Methodist Church in Manila, this will be the group's first concert in their own home. The program for the afternoon will be a mixture of Western, Filipino and Indonesian Sacred and Secular Songs. Admission is free. A free-will offering will be collected before the end of the concert to support projects of the Central UMC Music Ministry.
The A Cappella Centralites (AcCents) is a Church Choir that specializes in unaccompanied singing. Founded in 2009 by Joy T. Nilo [PCDA Director], it has performed in various concert halls and Churches in the Philippines and Indonesia, has had appearances in different tv shows as well as guestings in leading radio programs. Based in Central United Methodist Church in Manila, this will be the group's first concert in their own home. The program for the afternoon will be a mixture of Western, Filipino and Indonesian Sacred and Secular Songs. Admission is free. A free-will offering will be collected before the end of the concert to support projects of the Central UMC Music Ministry.
October 15 (Saturday)
As Long as I Have Music
The Rodelsea Hall, Liceo De Cagayan University, Cagayan De Oro City.
October 16 (Sunday)
Open Choral Clinic (Region X)
October 16, 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Multi-Purpose Hall, 6F Academic Building 3, Capitol University.
October 17 (Tuesday)
Launch: Liwanag ng Pasko
7:00 p.m., Roozen Hall, St. John Bosco Parish, A. Arnaiz Ave. cor. Amorsolo St., Makati City.
Choral composer Lester Delgado launches the book of his fifth mass. A short discussion and sharing about Misa Delgado Book Series follows the launch. Contact: sjbmusicco@gmail.com | www.sjbmusiccompany.multiply.com.
Choral composer Lester Delgado launches the book of his fifth mass. A short discussion and sharing about Misa Delgado Book Series follows the launch. Contact: sjbmusicco@gmail.com | www.sjbmusiccompany.multiply.com.
October 19 (Wednesday) & 22 (Saturday)
Auditions: Imusicapella Chamber Choir
7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Pandayan Hall, Imus, Cavite.
The internationally awarded Imusicapella Chamber Choir is conducted by Tristan C. Ignacio [Active PCDA Member]. Requirements: single, 12-25 years old, Catholic, wants to serve the church, willing to practice every week and loves music. Prepare two songs to be sung a cappella. Contacts: 0915 149 5321 | 0999 179 3588.
The internationally awarded Imusicapella Chamber Choir is conducted by Tristan C. Ignacio [Active PCDA Member]. Requirements: single, 12-25 years old, Catholic, wants to serve the church, willing to practice every week and loves music. Prepare two songs to be sung a cappella. Contacts: 0915 149 5321 | 0999 179 3588.
October 19 (Wednesday) to 21 (Friday)
First Davao Choral Workshop
Mini Auditorium, Matina Campus, University of Mindanao, Davao City.
Philippine Madrigal Singers alumnus Sheen Leem Sanchez [Active PCDA Member] tackles choral teaching through technology and vocal production technique in a hands-on workshop organized by the University of Mindanao Chorale under Peter Ian Buaya [PCDA Member]. Information: 0923 472 6171 | 0939 878 2271.
Philippine Madrigal Singers alumnus Sheen Leem Sanchez [Active PCDA Member] tackles choral teaching through technology and vocal production technique in a hands-on workshop organized by the University of Mindanao Chorale under Peter Ian Buaya [PCDA Member]. Information: 0923 472 6171 | 0939 878 2271.
October 23 (Sunday)
13: The Anniversary Concert
6:00 p.m., PhilamLife Auditorium, United Nations Avenue, Manila.
The 13th anniversary concert of the Novo Concertante Manila with choirmaster Arwin Tan [ Member, PCDA Board of Directors 2010 ]. Ticket: 0917 568 0508 (Acee) | 0917 827 9828 (Maan).
The 13th anniversary concert of the Novo Concertante Manila with choirmaster Arwin Tan [ Member, PCDA Board of Directors 2010 ]. Ticket: 0917 568 0508 (Acee) | 0917 827 9828 (Maan).
October 25 (Tuesday) to 29 (Saturday)
CCP Choral Workshop
October 28 (Friday)
I See the Light
7.30 p.m., Philamlife Auditorium, UN Avenue, Manila.
For the first time in the 12-year existence of the Shrine of Jesus, the Way, the Truth, and the Life, the resident choirs of the Shrine will sing as one in a concert. The two-part concert includes a repertoire of sacred music, Filipino songs, pop songs, and new choral arrangements by Mr. Allan Puno, an alumnus of the UP Madrigal Singers, and who will also be the main conductor of the concert. The choirs who comprise the Shrine of Jesus Music Ministry are the Leviticus Chamber Singers led by Ivan Grulla [Active PCDA Member], St. Joseph Parish Chorale led by Ideh Paez, Serenata Vocal Ensemble led by Allan Puno and the Shrine of Jesus Children's Choir led by Em Alcantara [Active PCDA Member] who is also an alumna of the UP Madrigal Singers. Special guests include two of the Shrine's visiting priests, Fr. Cris Cellan and Fr. Jay-ar Babor. Tickets: P300. Funds raised will be used to support the Shrine’s pastoral projects. Information: 02 353 6916 (Em Alcantara) | 0928 504 4932 (Em Alcantara) | www.shrineofjesus.net.
For the first time in the 12-year existence of the Shrine of Jesus, the Way, the Truth, and the Life, the resident choirs of the Shrine will sing as one in a concert. The two-part concert includes a repertoire of sacred music, Filipino songs, pop songs, and new choral arrangements by Mr. Allan Puno, an alumnus of the UP Madrigal Singers, and who will also be the main conductor of the concert. The choirs who comprise the Shrine of Jesus Music Ministry are the Leviticus Chamber Singers led by Ivan Grulla [Active PCDA Member], St. Joseph Parish Chorale led by Ideh Paez, Serenata Vocal Ensemble led by Allan Puno and the Shrine of Jesus Children's Choir led by Em Alcantara [Active PCDA Member] who is also an alumna of the UP Madrigal Singers. Special guests include two of the Shrine's visiting priests, Fr. Cris Cellan and Fr. Jay-ar Babor. Tickets: P300. Funds raised will be used to support the Shrine’s pastoral projects. Information: 02 353 6916 (Em Alcantara) | 0928 504 4932 (Em Alcantara) | www.shrineofjesus.net.
October 28 (Friday)
Pahimig: Himig Panalangin para kay Inang Maria
8:00 p.m., St. John the Baptist Church, Calamba, Laguna.
The Himig San Juan of the Vicariate Music Ministry of Calamba under the leadership of Lorenzo Gealogo [ Active PCDA Member ] gathers the choirs of the 10 parishes of the vicariate in a concert with special gusets Tining (Ang Koro ng Letran Calamba) and Himig San Juan. Admission is free.
The Himig San Juan of the Vicariate Music Ministry of Calamba under the leadership of Lorenzo Gealogo [ Active PCDA Member ] gathers the choirs of the 10 parishes of the vicariate in a concert with special gusets Tining (Ang Koro ng Letran Calamba) and Himig San Juan. Admission is free.
October 31 (Monday)
Circle of Life
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