Cast Thy Burden Upon the Lord Music by Alejandro D. Consolacion II University of the Philippines Los Banos Choral Ensemble, (Philippinen) Roijin G. Suarez, conductor

the University of the Philippines Singing Ambassadors (UPSA) is one of the Philippines' foremost Choral groups. In its 32 years of existence, UPSA has consistently brought honor and prestige to the country, winning various prizes and awards in competition...  morethe University of the Philippines Singing Ambassadors (UPSA) is one of the Philippines' foremost Choral groups. In its 32 years of existence, UPSA has consistently brought honor and prestige to the country, winning various prizes and awards in competitions in ITALY, SPAIN, FRANCE, NEtheRLANDS, CZECH REPUBLIC, BULGARIA, SLOVAKIA, BELGIUM, GERMANY, POLAND, WALES, HUNGARY and SWITZERLAND. It is one of the only four Filipino choirs to have qualified to join the 14th European Grand Prix for Choral Singing ‑ the world'S most coveted Choral prize. UPSA was also the official entry of the Philippines to the UNESCO International Music Prize in 2005. In the Philippines, it was named the Best University Choir in 2012 and 2004 at the “Who’s Who in the Philippines” 19th and 27th Consumers’ Choice Awards, respectively. Similarly, UPSA was also chosen as Best Choir in 2011, 2010 and 2002 by the ALIW Awards Foundation which recognizes excellence and achievement in the live entertainment industry. UPSA Conductor Ed Manguia...    less

University of the Philippines Concert Chorus performs Ryan Cayabyab's Hibang Sa Awit 50th Anniversary Gala Night Concert University of the Philippines theater Diliman, Quezon City December 21, 2012

the University of the Philippines Concert Chorus (UPCC or Korus) was born in 1962, during the incumbency of General CarLos P. Romulo as President of the University of the Philippines. Through its 50 years of existence, the group has metamorphosed from bei...  morethe University of the Philippines Concert Chorus (UPCC or Korus) was born in 1962, during the incumbency of General CarLos P. Romulo as President of the University of the Philippines. Through its 50 years of existence, the group has metamorphosed from being a simple University Chorale into a musical force of national and world stature. Aside from its undeniable musical prowess and versatility in performing classical, Filipino folk, pop, and Broadway genres—all with ease, the Concert Chorus is also recognized as the pioneer of choreographed song for a choir. This innovation was started by the late Dean Reynaldo T. Paguio in 1969, and flourished under top choreographers like Edru Abraham, Gener Caringal, Tony Fabella, Edna Vida, Sonia Domingo, Steve Villaruz, Rene Hofileña, Ianne Damian, Paul Morales, Allan Samonte, and Ernest Hojilla, to name a few. With current artistic and musical director Prof. Janet Sabas-Aracama, the UP Concert Chorus goes beyond the typical choir performance style through Choral art forms ...    less

the University of Santo Tomas Singers, founded in 1992, is the University’s premiere mixed Choral ensemble composed of a select group of students and alumni representing the different colleges and faculties of the Pontifical and Royal University of Santo ...  morethe University of Santo Tomas Singers, founded in 1992, is the University’s premiere mixed Choral ensemble composed of a select group of students and alumni representing the different colleges and faculties of the Pontifical and Royal University of Santo Tomas – the oldest University in Asia, under the baton of its founder and conductor, Prof. Fidel Gener Calalang Jr.. the UST Singers has distinctively exhibited the outstanding musicality of the Filipinos, which has been made known through its performances and achievements. In the course of eighteen (18)years in the international Choral music scene with nineteen (19) concert tours that brought them to GERMANY, POLAND, SLOVENIA, CZECH REPUBLIC, HUNGARY, MONACO, AUSTRIA, the NEtheRLANDS, BELGIUM, SWITZERLAND, DENMARK, ENGLAND, WALES, SCOTLAND, SPAIN, FRANCE, ANDORRA, BULGARIA, ITALY, MEXICO, CANADA, the UNITED STATES of AMERICA, TAIWAN, SINGAPORE, CHINA and SOUTH KOREA, the choir has achieved both national and international recognition as one of the world’s bes...    less

the ensemble currently consists of 40-50 auditioned singers. the University Chorale is the touring ensemble for the Choral department. the ensemble performs a wide spectrum of the finest Choral literature. the group performs extensively throughout the Sou...  morethe ensemble currently consists of 40-50 auditioned singers. the University Chorale is the touring ensemble for the Choral department. the ensemble performs a wide spectrum of the finest Choral literature. the group performs extensively throughout the Southwest and will be singing at several venues in Washington D.C. during December of 2013. the group primarily consists of vocal music majors, however, there are singers representing several other academic disciplines. the University Chorale has been under the direction of J. Steven Walker since 1984. Dr. Walker is the Director of Choral Activities and a Linscheid Distinguished Teaching Professor at East Central University. He has served on the music faculty at ECU since 1983.  less

two-time European Grand Prix for Choral Singing Winner (1997 & 2007) 2009 UNESCO Artists for Peace 2006 Tours, France Grand Champion 2004 Torrevieja, Spain Grand Champion etc.

the Chorale is the premier, Choral ensemble of the University. the ensemble consists of approximately 24-32 vocalists selected through a voice placement process and performs traditional/advanced Choral literature from all periods. Students who have been...  morethe Chorale is the premier, Choral ensemble of the University. the ensemble consists of approximately 24-32 vocalists selected through a voice placement process and performs traditional/advanced Choral literature from all periods. Students who have been active in Choral ensembles in high school or college are encouraged to audition for this choir. Auditions for Chorale can take place at anytime to fill necessary spots in the group. Once students are selected for Chorale, they are members until they choose to leave, are removed, or when they graduate. In addition to its regular concert schedule, the Chorale tours each spring (Orlando, ’09; NYC, ’10; Atlanta, ’11, Boston, ’12, Orlando, ’13). A yearly scholarship is offered to people who are successfully placed in the group.  less

the Drew University Choral Union is a Choral ensemble of approximately 80 voices focusing primarily on the masterworks of Choral repertoire. Open to students, faculty, staff, and community members, the Choral Union performs 3-4 concerts per year with the ...  morethe Drew University Choral Union is a Choral ensemble of approximately 80 voices focusing primarily on the masterworks of Choral repertoire. Open to students, faculty, staff, and community members, the Choral Union performs 3-4 concerts per year with the Drew University Festival Orchestra in the Concert Hall of the Dorothy Young Center for Arts.  

the Embassy of the Philippines and Universiti Malaya present "A CELEBRATION of PEACE" the University of the Philippines Concert Chorus Universiti Malaya Experimental theatre October 24, 2012 Conductor: Prof. Janet Sabas-Aracama Pianist Jesper...  morethe Embassy of the Philippines and Universiti Malaya present "A CELEBRATION of PEACE" the University of the Philippines Concert Chorus Universiti Malaya Experimental theatre October 24, 2012 Conductor: Prof. Janet Sabas-Aracama Pianist Jesper Colleen Mercado