NEWS & EVENTS :: Calendar of Philippine Choral Events :: September 2011
September 3 (Saturday) & 10 (Saturday)
Album Launch: This Time With You
2:00 p.m., September 3, Church of the Eucharistic Lord, 5/F SM Megamall Atrium, Mandaluyong City.
7:30 p.m., September 10, Sto. Nino de Paz Greenbelt Chapel, Ayala Center, Makati City.
Join Hangad as they launch "This Time With You" and "This Time With You: Songs and Stories" at two FREE concerts. As an added treat, the CD "This Time With You" will be sold at a special price of Php250 at these launch concerts, instead of the regular price of Php300. Admission is free. Contact: mail@hangad.com.
7:30 p.m., September 10, Sto. Nino de Paz Greenbelt Chapel, Ayala Center, Makati City.
Join Hangad as they launch "This Time With You" and "This Time With You: Songs and Stories" at two FREE concerts. As an added treat, the CD "This Time With You" will be sold at a special price of Php250 at these launch concerts, instead of the regular price of Php300. Admission is free. Contact: mail@hangad.com.
September 3, 10, 17 & 24 (Saturdays)
Regional Finals: MBC National Choral Competition
September 3, Cauayan, Isabela.
September 10, Laoag, Ilocos Norte.
September 17, Iloilo City.
September 24, Cebu City.
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September 10, Laoag, Ilocos Norte.
September 17, Iloilo City.
September 24, Cebu City.
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September 3 (Saturday)
Handog
7:00 p.m., Meralco Theather, Ortigas Avenue, Quezon City.
A concert of the Ateneo College Glee Club led by Malou Hermo [PCDA Vice President] for the benefit of the Ateneo Scholarship Foundation. Tickets: P1,000 | P700 | P400. Contact: 0927 687 3029 (Isa Salazar).
A concert of the Ateneo College Glee Club led by Malou Hermo [PCDA Vice President] for the benefit of the Ateneo Scholarship Foundation. Tickets: P1,000 | P700 | P400. Contact: 0927 687 3029 (Isa Salazar).
September 4, 11, 18 & 25 (Sundays)
Auditions: United Voices Concert Chorus
7:00 to 10:00 p.m., Our Lady of Fatima Church, Bacood, Sta. Mesa, Manila.
United Voices Concert Chorus, formerly known as 25th Harmony Chorale, was established by choristers from different churches and communities in 2010. UVCC aims to unite singers who has the passion for music and choral arts. Comprising mostly college students and young professionals, the group aims to be one of the best choral groups in the country dedicated in developing quality choral music as they provide exceptional performances for their audience to enjoy. Since its establishment the group has participated in various events like music festivals, choral competitions and television appearances. Currently, the group is one of the resident choirs of the Our Lady of Fatima Parish.
United Voices Concert Chorus, formerly known as 25th Harmony Chorale, was established by choristers from different churches and communities in 2010. UVCC aims to unite singers who has the passion for music and choral arts. Comprising mostly college students and young professionals, the group aims to be one of the best choral groups in the country dedicated in developing quality choral music as they provide exceptional performances for their audience to enjoy. Since its establishment the group has participated in various events like music festivals, choral competitions and television appearances. Currently, the group is one of the resident choirs of the Our Lady of Fatima Parish.
September 5 (Monday)
Rizal in Song
4:30 to 6:00 p.m., Escaler Hall, Ateneo De Manila University, Loyola Heights, Quezon City.
A revue of some of the most memorable songs composed or inspired by Jose Rizal featuring Ana Feleo, Aizel Prietos, Glenn Gaerlan, Sherwin Sozon, Coro Sta. Cecilia and Jonathan Arevalo Coo. Admission is free. Contact: 02 426 6001 local 5340 | isdept@admu.edu.ph.
A revue of some of the most memorable songs composed or inspired by Jose Rizal featuring Ana Feleo, Aizel Prietos, Glenn Gaerlan, Sherwin Sozon, Coro Sta. Cecilia and Jonathan Arevalo Coo. Admission is free. Contact: 02 426 6001 local 5340 | isdept@admu.edu.ph.
September 6 (Tuesday)
Government Choral Competition
3:00 p.m., Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo, Cultural Center of the Philippines, Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City.
A government choral competition in celebration of the 111th anniversary of Philippine civil service. The competition theme is "Tinig Pagpupugay para sa mga Lingkod Bayani." PCDA members are conducting several of the finalists. Click Here to see finalists.
A government choral competition in celebration of the 111th anniversary of Philippine civil service. The competition theme is "Tinig Pagpupugay para sa mga Lingkod Bayani." PCDA members are conducting several of the finalists. Click Here to see finalists.
September 8 (Thursday)
UPSA 31st Anniversary Exhibit
11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Galleria I, Faculty Center, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City.
In celebration of The University of the Philippines Singing Ambassadors' 31st Foundation Anniversary, an exhibit will be opened for public viewing at the College of Arts and Letters' Faculty Center Galleria I. The exhibit showcase information about UPSA's humble beginnings in 1980 to the present. It is also a photo exhibit of UPSA's Awards, The Conductor (Ed Manguiat [Active PCDA Member]), The Members, The new batch of Trainess, The UPSA Outreach Program and Workshops and a kaleidoscope of UPSA's experience through pictures from its international tours and local performances. Admission is free.
In celebration of The University of the Philippines Singing Ambassadors' 31st Foundation Anniversary, an exhibit will be opened for public viewing at the College of Arts and Letters' Faculty Center Galleria I. The exhibit showcase information about UPSA's humble beginnings in 1980 to the present. It is also a photo exhibit of UPSA's Awards, The Conductor (Ed Manguiat [Active PCDA Member]), The Members, The new batch of Trainess, The UPSA Outreach Program and Workshops and a kaleidoscope of UPSA's experience through pictures from its international tours and local performances. Admission is free.
September 9 (Friday)
Handog Awit para kay Maria
7:00 to 10:00 p.m., St. Mary Magdalene Parish Church, Kawit, Cavite.
The Regina Prophetarum Chorale (SMMP Male Choir) spearheads a fund raising concert for the renovation of the choir loft of the St. Mary Magdalene Parish. This project is jointly undertaken with the Committee on Marian Celebration (CMC) and the Parish Liturgical Music Ministry. "Handog Awit para kay Maria" also features the special participation of Fatima Soriano and other guest singers. Tickets: P50.
The Regina Prophetarum Chorale (SMMP Male Choir) spearheads a fund raising concert for the renovation of the choir loft of the St. Mary Magdalene Parish. This project is jointly undertaken with the Committee on Marian Celebration (CMC) and the Parish Liturgical Music Ministry. "Handog Awit para kay Maria" also features the special participation of Fatima Soriano and other guest singers. Tickets: P50.
September 9 (Friday)
Mater Omnium (Mother of All): A Marian Serenade
7:30pm to 9:00 p.m., Stella Orientis Oratory, University of Asia and the Pacific, Pearl Drive, Ortigas Center, Pasig.
This Marian serenade features the University of Asia and the Pacific Chorale, Stella Orientis Choir and AmberJive! Free admission. Contacts: 0905 473 7069 | 02 637 0912 local 380.
This Marian serenade features the University of Asia and the Pacific Chorale, Stella Orientis Choir and AmberJive! Free admission. Contacts: 0905 473 7069 | 02 637 0912 local 380.
September 10 (Saturday)
3rd Halina't Umawit: A Philippine Children's Choir Festival
4:00 p.m., Philamlife Auditorium, United Nations Avenue, Manila.
Baao Children's Choir, Virgilio Briones [PCDA Bicol Region Coordinator]
Hail, Mary the Queen Children's Choir, Maria Theresa Roldan [PCDA Member]
Las Pinas Boys Choir
Contact: 02 414 5882 (Borg).
Baao Children's Choir, Virgilio Briones [PCDA Bicol Region Coordinator]
Hail, Mary the Queen Children's Choir, Maria Theresa Roldan [PCDA Member]
Las Pinas Boys Choir
Contact: 02 414 5882 (Borg).
September 10 (Saturday)
Sacred & Beyond
5:30 p.m., Saint Dominic Savio Auditorium, Don Bosco Technical College, Gen. Kalentong St., Mandaluyong City.
"Sacred and Beyond" is another choral milestone for the Lighter Side Movement (LSM) choir as they embark on presenting a fund-raising concert for music and choral enthusiasts alike. The concert will be conducted by Ma. Rhina Palma-Cruz [Active PCDA Member], an alumna of the Philippine Madrigal Singers. The concert will feature an array of choral music genres ranging from sacred, folk, pop, and contemporary. Local and international masterpieces include works and arrangements by Bruckner,Rutter, Smith, Delgado, Consolacion,Pamintuan,Cayabyab, Nilo, Borela, Hernandez, Makil, and Calalang. The concert, "Sacred and Beyond" is set to revive the sacred within and go beyond our musical appreciation through a showcase of soothing harmony. Tickets: P200 | Free seating.
Contact: 0917 506 0957 (Jun).
"Sacred and Beyond" is another choral milestone for the Lighter Side Movement (LSM) choir as they embark on presenting a fund-raising concert for music and choral enthusiasts alike. The concert will be conducted by Ma. Rhina Palma-Cruz [Active PCDA Member], an alumna of the Philippine Madrigal Singers. The concert will feature an array of choral music genres ranging from sacred, folk, pop, and contemporary. Local and international masterpieces include works and arrangements by Bruckner,Rutter, Smith, Delgado, Consolacion,Pamintuan,Cayabyab, Nilo, Borela, Hernandez, Makil, and Calalang. The concert, "Sacred and Beyond" is set to revive the sacred within and go beyond our musical appreciation through a showcase of soothing harmony. Tickets: P200 | Free seating.
Contact: 0917 506 0957 (Jun).
PEOPLE'S CHOICE POSTER OF THE MONTH
September 10 (Saturday)
We Will Serve Him
7:00 p.m., Victoriano J. Rodrigues Hall, Provincial Capitol Bldg., Puerto Princesa, Palawan.
September 17 & 24 (Saturdays)
Regional Cluster Qualifying Rounds: NAMCYA Choir Category B
September 10, Abelardo Hall, University of the Philippines, Diliman, Quezon City.
September 17, Tagum City.
September 24, Iloilo 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
September 17, Tagum City.
- Davao City National High School Singing Teens
- League of Young Voices
- D'Voce
September 24, Iloilo City.
- Iloilo City National High School Youth Choir
- Oton National High School SPA Music Ensemble
September 17 (Saturday)
Musica Sacra
7:00 p.m., Philamlife Auditorium, United Nations Avenue, Manila.
September 17 (Saturday)
Angels on High!
7:00 to 10:00 p.m., Church of the Gesu, Ateneo de Manila University, Loyola Heights, Quezon City.
Hail Mary the Queen Children's Choir
Kilyawan Boys and Male Choir with Voces Aurorae Girls Choir
Las Pinas Boys Choir
Hail Mary the Queen Children's Choir
Kilyawan Boys and Male Choir with Voces Aurorae Girls Choir
Las Pinas Boys Choir
September 17 (Saturday)
Thankful: A 25-Year Journey
September 22 (Thursday)
Barely Music
6:00 p.m., UB Square Hall (FGB), University of Baguio, Baguio City.
September 22 (Thursday) & 23 (Friday)
Himig ng Karilyon: The Evolution of Music
7:00 p.m., School of Arts and Design Theater, De La Salle - College of St. Benilde, Taft Avenue, Manila.
Are you ready for change? Watch Coro San Benildo in a concert of songs from the past, present and the future such as artists like Bruno Mars and Maldita!
Are you ready for change? Watch Coro San Benildo in a concert of songs from the past, present and the future such as artists like Bruno Mars and Maldita!
September 23 (Friday)
Where There is Love
7:30 p.m., Philamlife Auditorium, United Nations Avenue, Manila.
The Ateneo Chamber Singers, with conductor Jonathan Velasco [PCDA President], present a two-part concert. The ACS, known to specialize in sacred choral music, will begin with a repertoire that speaks of love for the Almighty. Set to be performed are inspiring songs of faith from renowned international composers that include Rheinberger, Matshushita, Mealor, Casanas and Hogan. The second part will showcase a first in the choir’s history as they launch their first-ever love songs collection, “Love I’ve Found In You”. The CD features love songs that are sure to stir the hearts of many. This is the second collaboration of the ACS with Jesuit Communications, following the success of the ACS’s first Christmas Album, “Ang Ating Pasko”. The CD of love songs features works by award-winning songwriters Trina Belamide, Arnel de Pano [Active PCDA Member] and Von de Guzman who are also current members of the ACS. The event promises to be another milestone in the Philippine choral scene with songs that resound of love for God and love for others. Tickets: P300 | Student, senior citizens, group & PCDA discounts are available. Contact: 0917 834 9839 (Lester).
The Ateneo Chamber Singers, with conductor Jonathan Velasco [PCDA President], present a two-part concert. The ACS, known to specialize in sacred choral music, will begin with a repertoire that speaks of love for the Almighty. Set to be performed are inspiring songs of faith from renowned international composers that include Rheinberger, Matshushita, Mealor, Casanas and Hogan. The second part will showcase a first in the choir’s history as they launch their first-ever love songs collection, “Love I’ve Found In You”. The CD features love songs that are sure to stir the hearts of many. This is the second collaboration of the ACS with Jesuit Communications, following the success of the ACS’s first Christmas Album, “Ang Ating Pasko”. The CD of love songs features works by award-winning songwriters Trina Belamide, Arnel de Pano [Active PCDA Member] and Von de Guzman who are also current members of the ACS. The event promises to be another milestone in the Philippine choral scene with songs that resound of love for God and love for others. Tickets: P300 | Student, senior citizens, group & PCDA discounts are available. Contact: 0917 834 9839 (Lester).
September 24 (Saturday)
Timeless
7:30 to 9:00 p.m., PhilamLife Auditorium, United Nations Avenue, Manila.
The 24th anniversary concert of the DLSU Chorale with conductor Rodolfo Delarmente. Tickets: P200.
The 24th anniversary concert of the DLSU Chorale with conductor Rodolfo Delarmente. Tickets: P200.
September 24 (Saturday)
Para sa Iyo, San Roque
7:30 p.m., San Roque Parish Church.
A concert of Para Sa Iyo Choir conducted by Ronald Bello [Active PCDA Member]. Tickets: P1,000 | P500 | P100.
A concert of Para Sa Iyo Choir conducted by Ronald Bello [Active PCDA Member]. Tickets: P1,000 | P500 | P100.
September 28 (Wednesday) & 29 (Thursday)
AILM@31: Spreading the Vision
8:00 to 10:00 p.m., St. Andrew's Theological Seminary Chapel, 275 E. Rodriguez Sr. Blvd., Quezon City.
Come see this back-to-back concert featuring AILM Chorale conducted by Sharon Abesamis [Active PCDA Member] and Novo Concertante Manila under Arwin Tan [Founding PCDA Director] to celebrate AILM's 31st founding anniversary. The program on the first night comprises international repertoire of sacred and secular music. The second night highlights the compositions of great AILM composers. Tickets: 50% discount for students, senior citizens or persons with disabilities. Information: 02 722 8577 | 02 722 5554 | AILM Secretariat.
Come see this back-to-back concert featuring AILM Chorale conducted by Sharon Abesamis [Active PCDA Member] and Novo Concertante Manila under Arwin Tan [Founding PCDA Director] to celebrate AILM's 31st founding anniversary. The program on the first night comprises international repertoire of sacred and secular music. The second night highlights the compositions of great AILM composers. Tickets: 50% discount for students, senior citizens or persons with disabilities. Information: 02 722 8577 | 02 722 5554 | AILM Secretariat.
September 29 (Thursday)
A Journey through Song
6:30 p.m., Museo ng Sining, GSIS Bldg. Financial Complex, Pasay City.
As part of the Government Insurance System (GSIS) Museo ng Sining Thursday Concert Series, the UST Chorus of Arts and Letters invites you to a night of soulful melodies and enchanting harmonies. Join the UST CAL as they continue to celebrate their choire's 15 years of passion and zeal for creating beautiful music and rendering songs of love and merriment.
As part of the Government Insurance System (GSIS) Museo ng Sining Thursday Concert Series, the UST Chorus of Arts and Letters invites you to a night of soulful melodies and enchanting harmonies. Join the UST CAL as they continue to celebrate their choire's 15 years of passion and zeal for creating beautiful music and rendering songs of love and merriment.
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