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Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra sets concerts for 40th season

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The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra in front of the CCP.

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MANILA, Philippines — The Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO) is prepared to perform its 40th concert season under the direction of principal conductor Maestro Grzegorz Nowak.

Carrying the theme "Forte," the 40th season will see the PPO pay tribute to Filipino culture and the universal spirit of celebration through a diverse repertoire that takes audiences on a "journey through life's emotional spectrum."

The "Forte" season begins with "Concert I: Fiesta!" on September 27, where the resident orchestra of the Cultural Center of the Philippines will perform Richard Strauss's "Ein Heldenleben" and premiere the composition of resident composer Jeffrey Ching, "Fiesta Contrapuntistica."

Guest violin virtuoso Shlomo Mintz will additionally join the PPO for a special performance of Max Bruch's "Violin Concerto No. 1, op. 26, G minor."

Two months later, "Concert II: Triumph" will take place on November 15 featuring the participation of Grammy-winning cellist Sara Sant’ Ambrogio for performances of Rimsky-Korsakov's "Capriccio Espagnol, op. 34," Edward Elgar's "Cello Concerto, op. 85, E minor," and Robert Schumann's "Symphony No. 2, op. 61, C Major."

The holiday offering "Concert III: Fantasy" on December 6 will see the PPO perform Gioacchino Rossini's "William Tell Overture," Camille Saint-Saëns' "Violin Concerto no. 3, op. 61, B minor," and Peter Ilich Tchaikovsky's "Symphony no. 5," featuring violin prodigy Andrea Obiso.

The season continues in the new year with "Concert IV: Europa" on January 17 as the Philippines' leading orchestra performs Zoltán Kodály's "Dance of Galanta," Tchaikovsky's "Violin Concerto No. 1," and Dvo?ák's "Symphony no. 8, op. 88, G Major" with Cleveland concertmaster David Radzynski.

"Concert V: Hope," the Valentine offering on February 14, will see a collaboration of the PPO with music from the Manila Peace Tribute, visuals by Adam Ustynowicz, singer Malgorzata Trojanowska, and pianist Konrad Binienda.

The Valentine concert includes Richard Addinsell's "Warsaw Concerto," Andrzej Panufnik's "Heroic Overture and Tragic Overture," Roxanna Panufnik's commissioned work "Wings of Hope," Chopin's "Allegro de concert," and Henryk Górecki's "Symphony of Sorrowful Songs."

On March 14 during "Concert VI: Homecoming," the PPO and pianist Rowena Arrieta will pay tribute to Lithuanian composer Mikalojus Konstantinas Ciurlionis who marks his 150th anniversary with "Miške (In The Forest)" as well as perform Franz Liszt's "Totentanz" and Johannes Brahms' "Symphony no. 4, op. 98, E minor."

The finale concert of the season, aptly called "Concert VII: Finale," will include Dmitri Shostakovich's "Violin Concerto No. 1,"  Witold Lutoslawski's "Concerto for Orchestra," and another commissioned work by Ching, plus the participation of violinist Diomedes Sazara Jr., who serves as the PPO's Concertmaster and Artiste-in-Residence.

All the concerts will take place at 7:30 p.m. at Makati's Samsung Performing Arts Theater, except the Valentine concert, which will be at Manila's Metropolitan Theater.

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Ticket prices, seat plan for 2NE1’s Manila concert released

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Sep 26, 2024 09:27 AM

  

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The ticket prices and seat plan for K-pop group 2NE1’s concert in Manila have been released. 

2NE1, composed of Sandara Park, CL, Minzy and Park Bom, will be holding their “2NE1 Asia Tour: Welcome Back” in Manila concert on Nov. 16, Saturday, 7 p.m., at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. 

Live Nation Philippines released the details of the concert and announced that the presale will be on Oct. 10 while the general ticket selling will start on Oct. 11. 

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“The wait is over, Blackjacks! Are you ready to see CL, BOM, DARA, and MINZY back on the big stage?” Live Nation Philippines posted on X. 

The ticket prices range from P3,000 for General Admission to P16,500 for VIP, which includes send-off and soundcheck. 

Here are the details: 

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Violinist Shlomo Mintz headlines PPO’s season opener

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

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World-acclaimed violinist Shlomo Mintz will make his Philippine debut Sept. 27, 7:30 p.m. as soloist of the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO) under the baton of music director Gregorz Novak.

The concert at the Samsung Theater for Performing Arts in Makati City will feature him as soloist in the Bruch Concerto which he has earlier recorded with the Chicago Symphony under Claudio Abbado.

“I met Maestro Novak in a famous cruise ship where famous international musicians perform. He also conducted me in my first performance of Bartok’s Violin Concerto No. 2 in Copenhagen. I’m very much looking forward to our renewed relationship and sharing music on stage with Maestro Novak!” Mintz said.

A symphony of friendship

Thailand and Philippines celebrate 75 years of diplomatic relations through music.

BY MANILA BULLETIN

Sep 23, 2024 12:56 PM

  

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The harmonious celebration of 75 years of diplomatic relations between Thailand and the Philippines recently unfolded in Manila, marked by two spectacular concerts that highlighted the rich cultural heritage of both nations. Thailand’s leading youth orchestra, the Siam Sinfonietta, performed for the first time in the Philippines, mesmerizing audiences and fostering deeper ties through music.

(From left) Ambassador of Thailand to the Philippines Tull Traisorat and Rector of the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Manila Metropolitan Cathedral, Msgr. Rolando Ramos Dela Cruz

Hosted by the Embassy of Thailand in the Philippines, led by Ambassador Tull Traisorat, the event was held Sept. 16 at the Metropolitan Theater and Sept. 17 at the historic Manila Cathedral. The concerts featured the artistry of young Thai musicians under the direction of internationally renowned conductor Somtow Sucharitkul. A Thai National Artist and true polymath — conductor, composer, author, and filmmaker — Somtow is the first Asian to receive the European Cultural Achievement Award. He is the artistic director of Opera Siam and the author of more than 100 books. His work was first heard in the Philippines in the 1970s.

Thai National Artist Somtow Sucharitkul 

The concerts celebrated not only musical mastery but also the enduring friendship between the two nations. The Siam Sinfonietta, composed of young, dynamic musicians, performed a diverse program that included classical pieces by Puccini, Mozart, and Strauss, alongside Stravinsky’s rousing “Petrushka,” which provided a powerful conclusion to both evenings. The orchestra's performance was a testament to the power of youth in shaping the future of cultural exchange.

The stunning new generation of classical musicians in Thailand: the Siam Sinfonietta

A highlight of the concert series was the inclusion of a Filipino composition by National Artist Ramon Pagayon Santos, bringing a local touch to the international event. This addition emphasized the deep cultural connections between the two nations, further solidifying the symbolic nature of the occasion. Adding to the magic of the evening was 15-year-old Thai piano prodigy Chayapon Chanporn, whose virtuosity captivated the audience, along with soprano Barbara Zion, whose recent performance with the Siam Sinfonietta at Carnegie Hall earned her international acclaim.

       Leading Thai Soprano Barbara Zion and Thai piano prodigy Chayapon Chanporn    

The Manila concerts underscored the role of music in diplomacy. By blending works from European composers with Southeast Asian compositions, the event not only showcased musical excellence but also symbolized the cultural synergy that has defined Philippines-Thailand relations over the past seven decades. Each performance offered a unique experience, yet both concerts shared the same spirit of unity, hope, and artistic collaboration.

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As the final note of Stravinsky’s “Petrushka” echoed through the halls of the Metropolitan Theater and Manila Cathedral, the concerts came to a triumphant close, celebrating 75 years of diplomatic ties and the promise of many more years of friendship, collaboration, and shared cultural journeys between Thailand and the Philippines. The successful event, free to the public, was met with enthusiastic applause and admiration, leaving the audience inspired and deeply moved. This historic milestone of diplomatic relations will be remembered as a high note in the cultural exchange between the two nations.

The cast of the concert after the show at the Metropolitan Theater in Manila

With the main altar of the Manila Cathedral as the backdrop, the music echoed through the walls, offering the audience a unique experience.

K-pop girl group ILLIT to return with new album in October

BY JONATHAN HICAP

Sep 23, 2024 04:20 PM

  

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K-pop girl group ILLIT of HYBE Labels will be making their comeback to the music scene with a new album in October. 

ILLIT will be releasing their second mini-album “I’ll Like You” on Oct. 21, or just in seven months after they came out with their first mini-album “Super Real Me” in March. 

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ILLIT will release "I'll Like You" on Oct. 21 (Belift Lab)

While “Super Real Me” focused on capturing what they called “my true self,” “I’ll Like You” will tell the story of the “self” that becomes deeply immersed in the moment. 

ILLIT will portray their candid charm in  “I’ll Like You” as they encounter a “you” they wish to get closer to, navigate moments of doubt, and ultimately follow their heart to discover their own answers. 

“Super Real Me” sold 380,056 copies in the first week of release, based on data from Korea’s Hanteo Chart. 

The album entered the Billboard 200 chart, while the lead single “Magnetic” made history as the first-ever K-pop debut track to enter the Billboard Hot 100 and the UK Official Singles Top 100 charts. 

Recently, “Magnetic” surpassed 400 million streams on Spotify, becoming the fastest K-pop debut track to reach the milestone. 

Pre-orders for “I’ll Like You” started on Sept. 23 with the official release at 6 p.m. KST on Oct. 21. 

ILLIT's members are Yunah, Minju, Moka, Wonhee and Iroha. 

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