A busy day indeed.

A busy day indeed.

Feb 01

February is here and we kicked it off with a whole day of recording with the Valencianos and The Dawn. And what a day it has been! Some stuff the team realized throughout the day: 1. Paolo Valenciano apparently has a hard time singing “happy”. Could it be because of all the growling he does for Salamin? 2. Gary V as a percussionist is fire! And he can make multiple harmonies on the...

Jooma Jam update :)

Jooma Jam update :)

Dec 02

Hi everyone! Christmas is 23 days away, can you believe it? We’ve been quiet lately and we want to apologize for that. We’ve been busy with recording for Jooma Jam Vol. 1; we’re happy to report that we are almost done with studio work! However, do stay tuned as we firm up our plans on ways for everyone to get involved in helping create music that will shape the next generation...

Jumpin’ Stompin’ Dancin’

Jumpin’ Stompin’ Dancin’

Nov 02

Can’t say it enough – kids are amazing! Meet Julian.

Symphonic Surprise

Symphonic Surprise

Oct 13

Having worked in events and in the music industry for some time now it is rare that I find myself thinking how unforgettable a performance is. This was one of those nights that I find myself awakened from the jadedness that every so often strikes an event person such as myself. Starting from nothing and ending with breathtaking compositions with different musical genres beautifully melding...

Symphonic Passion: Classical Music OPM Style

Symphonic Passion: Classical Music OPM Style

Aug 29

  On September 3, 2011 the Manila Symphony Orchestra, together with the La Sallian Youth Orchestra brings you “Symphonic Passion“, a benefit concert for Republikha!   Conducting the whole evening is Berklee College of Music student Regie Espiritu. Home from his studies in Boston, Regie purposely chose to mount a concert that features some of the most talented OPM artists...

Seen: Baby Rocks Out

Seen: Baby Rocks Out

Apr 08

Before you read this post, watch this video. I resent the fact that no one introduced me to metal at an early age. Despite having musically inclined parents, and generally cool older siblings, I was devoid of any head-banging guidance. Left to my own angsty devices, I did eventually discover the likes of Slayer and Burzum — but not before an entire era of embarrassingly earnest devotion to...