Manila Philharmonic Orchestra presents Journey at the CCP

September 26, 2013, 8:00 PM

Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theater)

CCP Complex

Pasay, Metro Manila

Featuring:

Heliodoro “Dingdong” Fiel II, piano

Manila Philharmonic Orchestra

Rodel Colmenar, conductor

Programme:

Redentor Romero Philippine Portraits

Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky Symphony No. 4 in F minor, Op. 36

Sergei Rachmaninoff Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 34

Before heading off to Japan to participate at the Asia Orchestra Week in October, the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra will have a send-off concert entitled Journey: A Classical Concert happening on September 26, 2013, 8:00 PM at the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theater).

Under the baton of Rodel Colmenar, the MPO will perform Redentor Romero’s Philippine Portraits, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 4 in F minor, Op. 36 and Sergei Rachmaninoff’s Rhapsody on a Theme of Paganini, Op. 34 featuring pianist Heliodoro “Dingdong” Fiel II. It has been a few years since I last saw Dingdong perform a piano concerto (Tchaikovsky's) so it will be great to see him on stage to perform this very popular piece by Rachmaninoff that includes one of the most romantic tunes ever written.

Ticket prices:

P1200 Orchestra Center

P800 Orchestra Side

P700 Lower Box

P600 Balcony I

P400 Balcony II

For inquiries:

Manila Philharmonic Orchestra 571-6760

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ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra brings Disney music to the CCP

September 28, 2013, 3:00 & 8:00 PM

Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theater)

CCP Complex

Pasay, Metro Manila

Featuring:

ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra

Gerard Salonga, conductor

The ABS-CBN Philharmonic Orchestra brings The Magical Music of Disney at the Cultural Center of the Philippines’ Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theater) this September 28, 2013 at 3:00 and 8:00 PM. Led by Gerard Salonga, the orchestra will perform various symphonic suites from Disney animated films ranging from early classics to recent releases including The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast, The Little Mermaid, Mulan, Aladdin, Mary Poppins, Tarzan and others.

The Magical Music of Disney is a concert for the whole family. Audiences are invited to enjoy a unique experience in which timeless animated images are synchronized with music to transport them to their favorite Disney musical moment. This event will be hosted by Nikki Gil who appeared at the orchestra’s first run of The Magic of John Williams concert. There will be two performances for this concert: a 3:00 PM Matinee Show and an 8:00 PM Gala Show.

Conductor Gerard Salonga

The Magical Music of Disney is presented by ABS-CBN and First Philippine Holdings Corporation. The Disney Concert Library has been licensing music directly to orchestra organizations worldwide since 1992. 

Ticket prices:

P3500 Orchestra Premium

P2500 Orchestra Center

P2000 Orchestra Side A

P1500 Orchestra Side B

P1000 Balcony I Center/Lower Box

P800 Balcony I Side

P500 Balcony II

For inquiries:

Karlo Cea 415-2272 local 2409, (0915) 624-6808

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Ballet Philippines celebrates Bonifacio’s 150th birth anniversary with Rock Supremo

September 20, 2013, 3:00 & 8:00 PM

September 21, 2013, 8:00 PM

September 22, 2013, 3:00 PM

September 27, 2013, 10:00 AM & 3:00 PM

September 28, 2013, 2:00 & 6:00 PM

September 29, 2013, 2:00 PM

Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theater)

CCP Complex

Pasay, Metro Manila

September 24, 2013, 1:00 & 5:00 PM

September 25, 2013, 1:00 & 5:00 PM

GSIS Auditorium, GSIS

Pres. Diosdado Macapagal Blvd.

Pasay, Metro Manila

Hear rocking new tunes by your favorite OPM artists as they participate in Ballet Philippines’ celebration of Andres Bonifacio’s 150th birthday anniversary in Rock Supremo, an exceptionally inspiring presentation co-produced by Rock Ed and the National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP).

The second production in Ballet Philippines’ 44th season IllumiNATION commemorates the life and legacy of the Filipino nationalist and revolutionary from September 20 to 22 and 27 to 29 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines' Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino (CCP Little Theater) and September 24 and 25 at the GSIS Auditorium.

Rock Supremo throws a spectacular modern celebration of the Katipunan Supremo’s life, creatively taking his story into the 21st century. This production is also supported by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).

Rico Blanco, Ebe Dancel, Peryodiko, Dong Abay, Kai Honasan, Peso Movement, Gloc-9, Sandwich, Pedicab, Radioactive Sago Project, and Tarsius produce all-new songs especially for this production. The music will be available for free digital download courtesy of Rock Ed.

EJ Arisola

Featuring choreography by Ballet Philippines Artistic Director Paul Morales and distinguished choreographers Alden Lugnasin and Dwight Rodrigazo, Rock Supremo reveals Bonifacio in the three most pivotal points in his life: his childhood, his romantic relationships, and his significant role in the revolution.

Founded in 1969 by Alice Reyes with the support of Eddie Elejar and the Cultural Center of the Philippines, Ballet Philippines is the country’s premier dance company and is known worldwide for its repertoire of classical and modern pieces. Its school, the CCP Dance School, continues to produce dancers of international caliber.

Ticket prices:

Featuring live performances from the participating bands

September 21, 2013, 8:00 PM

P3000 Orchestra Center Rows E-N

P1500 All remaining seats

-20% senior citizen discount

CCP Little Theater performances

P1000 Free Seating

GSIS Theater performances

P800 Free Seating

-50% student discount

-20% senior citizen discount

For inquiries:

Ballet Philippines 551-1003, info@ballet.ph

CCP Box Office 832-3704

TicketWorld 891-9999

Sam Concepcion’s Infinite Press Conference

Sam Concepcion

Sporting a new look and a more mature sound (as well as an impressive biceps), Sam Concepcion sets his sights towards an international market with the release of his latest album, Infinite. One of the rare and genuine triple threats in the Philippine entertainment scene, Sam showed exactly what sets him apart from his peers during a press conference held at the Insomnia Bar and Restaurant.

Released by Universal Records, Infinite is a collection of 10 tracks featuring mostly up tempo, R&B and dance music by an impressive line up of composers, producers and collaborators. The album is led by the single No Limitations, composed by Billy Crawford, Kris Lawrence and Marcus Davis. The song’s edgy music video features Solenn Heussaf and its production values make can make it appealing to the foreign market. Someone who has already penetrated the foreign market (specifically Indonesia), Christian Bautista, contributes the song Love, Love, Love for this album. Originally recorded as a duet between Christian and Sam, Rescue You is also in the album but now as a solo track for Sam. Other songwriters and collaborators appearing in the album are JayR for I’m the One, Q-York for She Drives Me Crazy, RunManila and Dello for Di Ka Nag-Iisa, and Tippy Dos Santos for Panalangin which was featured in the film I Do Bidoo Bidoo.

The current single Mahal na Mahal, an Archie D original, has just been recently released. This version had some updates in the arrangement like making it more contemporary and by including a key change towards the end while retaining the overall flavor and feel of the original.

Clearly, Sam, his label Universal Records and his management Stages Talents are looking forward to releasing this album in territories outside the Philippines. I do hope that the tracks in Filipino will still be included in the international editions of Infinite. If Korean songs can find their way in here, there’s no question that the Filipino songs in this album with their infectious melodies can hook foreign listeners.

Sam Concepcion’s Infinite, released by Universal Records is now out in record stores nationwide. No Limitations and the rest of the album tracks are available for download via MyMusicStore Philippines and iTunes.

Infinite

Tracks:

1. No Limitations

2. I'm The One

3. She Drives Me Crazy

4. Mahal Na Mahal

5. Di Ka Nag-Iisa

6. Rescue You

7. There's No Me (Without You)

8. Love, Love, Love

9. Panalangin

10. Kontrabida