#Penafrancia2016: Bicolandia Music and Arts Festival

Bicolandia Music & Arts Festival
September 16 2016, Friday, 9PM
@  SM City Naga, Parking Area

CLICK HERE for the Penafrancia Festival 2016 Schedule of Events

Ticket Price: P200 (w/ free Biggs Burger & Smart Sim). Get your tickets any any Bigg's Diner Outlet

Feat. Sud  KissJane (Main Acts)
UNIFY - Acoustic Beatbox ManGroove  / Southern Lights Collective Exit Band / FourKeeps / (Supporting Acts)  

DJs : Perry / Mike Alvarez / Jeff Pamesa / Robert Dino / JD hendrix / Brian Alcantara

Host: Ms. Dominique Lagrimas

Official Hashtags: #BMAF #BiggsPenafrancia #SmartPenafrancia

Presented by: Biggs Diner Smart Communications, Inc. SM Naga, City

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CLICK HERE for the Penafrancia Festival 2016 Schedule of Events

ABOUT #BMAF2016

Bicolandia Music & Arts Festival (BMAF 2016), the premier activity festival of Naga City during the PENAFRANCIA FESTIVAL. With its multi-regional campaign plan, BMAF is designed to bring visitors from neighboring provinces like ALBAY, Camarines Sur & Norter, Sorsogon, and as far as QUEZON and Manila –effectively providing another dimension to the various tourist attractions of Naga City. The positioning of the marketing campaign for the event is also intended to use and promote the attractions and identity of Naga City to the broad national audience.

BMAF 2016 will see national artists perform live music with local talents in sequences with digital motion arts synchronized to the beat. It will be a production scale that is up to national standards in the likes of which that has never been seen before in Naga City and Cam Sur as a whole. The production will be intricately programmed to maintain its reflection to the culture of the City. It will be something that will identify with Naga and it will be another something that the city can be proud of.

It is an outdoor music festival tied up with the local businesses. There will be tents and booths deployed over the area that will be selling food, drinks, and merchandise all day to make it an ideal place to spend a day for festivities. The lineup of artists is carefully assembled to synchronize with each other and also bring attention and prestige to the event.

Acts/ Artists will be on for the event, the country’s top artists and performers. The event will open its gate as early as 9am until 12midnight on SEPTEMBER 16 2016 at SM CITY NAGA Parking Area, Naga City. 

Facebook Page: Bicolandia Music & Arts Festival

 

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Lani Misalucha in Naga City

Asia's Nightingale will be performing LIVE in Naga on July 31, 2015 8PM at the Avenue Plaza Hotel. Proceeds of the concert will be for the projects of Philippine Pediatric Society - Bicol Chapter. 

Tickets are available at Bigg's Diner, Que Pasa, Avenue Plaza Hotel. For ticket inquiries please contact Sheila at 09277059508. 

 Update: July 21, 2015

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'The Company' in Naga City for Valentines

A Valentines Dinner Concert with The Company
The Tent, Avenue Plaza Hotel
February 14, 2015

For reservations please call (054) 4739999 or 0918-823-9999

CLICK HERE for other Valentine promos and events in Naga City

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Event: Byahe Featuring Noel Cabangon

Byahe Featuring Noel Cabangon
The Tent, Avenue Plaza Hotel
February 20, 2015

A fund-raising concert for the construction of the altar ceiling of Parroquia de Nuestra Senora de la Porteria in Calabanga, Camarines Sur.

Ticket Outlets: Avenue Plaza Hotel (054-4739049), La Porteria Parish Office, Calabanga

For inquiries, please contact Shiela: 0927-705-9508, Parish Office 054-470-1959

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"Aletheia Concert", A World-Class Experience

Last January 9, the Tent of Avenue Plaza Hotel was filled with world-class performers that has wowed Naguenos and music lovers. The University of Santo Tomas (UST) Singers with their brilliant conductor Prof. Fidel Gener Calalang Jr. performed their way to the hearts of the audience using their strong vocal prowess and stage presence.

All photos by nickastig.me

All photos by nickastig.me

Giving back to the community. Bringing the UST Singers to Bicol was a dream now fulfilled by the Tomasinong Bicolano, CamSur chapter, an association of UST alumni based in Naga City and in the province. Tomasinong Bicolano was revived during the quadricentennial celebration of the University in 2011. With more or less a hundred registered members, Tomasinong Bicolano were able to accomplish projects such as: Outreach Program with the Gawad Kalinga in Balatas, Naga City; Training Catechists in the Archdiocese with resource speakers from UST; Training Day Care Workers in Pili, CamSur; A 3-month Bulilit Health Workers Training Program for selected top 20 pupils of Naga Central Schools and other activities which were all recognized by the mother UST Alumni Association. The concert basically brought greater awareness to fellow Bicolanos of the Tomasinong Bicolano's spirit of SIMBAHAYAN, that is, Tomasinos para sa Simbahan, Bahay at Bayan. To be honest, I was amazed that the association have done so much already for our fellow Bicolanos in such a short period of time after the group was revived. Kudos to these Tomasinos for giving back to the community.

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"Aletheia Concert", a world-class experience. As part of the audience, watching the UST Singers who was awarded twice as the Best Choir of the World, made the night a world-class experience too. The UST Singers started with religious songs to international songs then to our own Filipino songs. It was a full-packaged line up of songs as they cover different aspects of choir singing. I am not a musician or a singer per se, but I really appreciate those who share their talents for the benefit of others. The organizers did so much to make this dream a reality in sharing the university's pride. I have seen many professors and students during the concert who I believe are music lovers too. It's absolutely possible that they  have been inspired more to do their own craft in music and to be able to perform worldwide.

Venue for musical events. It is my dream for Naga City to "cater" to musical events. Cater in a sense that while any venue may be able to accommodate such events, I believe that the Aletheia is a type of event that will be even more melodious in a huge auditorium, fit and well padded for us to hear every bit of music and tone the performers are producing. Don't get me wrong though, the Avenue Plaza Hotel has been always on top of the list when it comes to customer service. Generally speaking, the concert was another once in a lifetime event in Naga when a world-class choir performed on stage for us. It was a well-organized event and we need to see more events like this especially for the Bicolano youth.

Call for Tomasinos all over Bicol Region. Calling all Tomasinos! Your alma mater needs you to continue your journey in being a Tomasino and that is to give back to your community. For more details visit Tomasinong Bicolano's Facebook Page HERE. 

Congratulations to Tomasinong Bicolano headed by Dr. Marimil Bombase for a very successful event. May your group continue to be a blessing to our community.


Special thanks for Ms. Sheila Basbas and Sir Irvin of F12 Events, Creatives and Design for the opportunity to watch the event, from NcD, Nick and Ms. Ivy.

The organizers, Tomasinong Bicolano.

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Uso Pa Ba Ang Harana?

Berlin-based Bikolano Singer Back in Naga for Benefit Show

Sheila M. Basbas

World-class performer Jonathan De La Paz Zaens, who has performed in Europe, the US and the Philippines, is in Naga for a benefit concert dubbed "Uso pa ba ang harana: Concierto para sa Museo".

Slated on August 02, 2014, 7:00 pm at the Big Hall of the Basilica Minore in Balatas, Naga City, the show will feature timeless music and heart-warming poetry from award-winning Bicolano writer H. Francisco "Frank" Peñones. Zaens promises an entertaining night with a repertoire that includes classical music, and jukebox hits sang in a distinctive operatic style.

A former member of the Philippine Madrigal Singers, Jonathan has been making waves in opera circles abroad and is one of the most sought-after classical singers in Germany. He has also been called the Piolo Pascual of classical music for his good looks and charismatic presence.

Presently based in Berlin, Jonathan was born in Naga City to Manuel Zaens and Amelita de la Paz.  He is a graduate of the Naga Parochial School and the Philippine High School for the Arts, and completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Voice, cum laude, at the University of the Philippines under Prof. Andrea O. Veneracion.  He earned his Master's degree in Voice from the Academy of Arts in Berlin, Germany under Prof. Dr. Herbert Brauer.

Engagements have brought him to the Prague State Opera and Prague Estates Theater where he sang the Mozart roles of Leporello from Don Giovanni and Guglielmo from Cosi fan tutte. Other guest appearances include: Dulcamara from Donizetti's L'Elisir d'amore and Alidoro from Hasse's La Sorella Amante at the Neukoeliner Opera Berlin. The Abbot from Britten's Curfew River at the New Opera Stage Berlin and King Xerxes from J.C. Bach's Temistocle at the Berlin Chamber Opera.

He has recently ventured into contemporary opera, singing for the Berlin Festival 2002, the roles of Malaspina from S. Sciarrino's Die Toedliche Blume and Luzifer in K. Stockhausen's Michael's Jugend aus Donnerstag aus Licht. For the Salzburg Festival 2003, he sang the baritone part in the world premier of Stockhausen's Duefte-Zeichen.

The Berlin based Bass-baritone is also a much sought interpreter of Oratorio (sacred) Music, performing regularly the bass solo parts in: J.S. Bach's St. John and St. Matthew Passion, the Christmas Oratorio, the b-minor Mass and his cantatas; Mendelssohn's Elijah and Paulus; Handel's Messiah; Hyden's Creation; Rossini's Petite Messe Solennelle; Saint-Saens' Oratorio de Noel; Dvorak's Stabat mater and the Requiem settings of Brahms, Mozart, Faure and Verdi.

Jonathan is a prize winner of the 7th Sylvia Gesxty International Coloratura Voice Competition and a Finalist of the 13th Jonathan Bach International Competition.  He has also released a CD album entitled "Kundiman: Philippine Art Songs", with musical arrangement by Ryan Cayabyab, and piano accompaniment by Abelardo Galang II.

Of Jonathan, Pablo Tariman of the Philippine Daily Inquirer said, “There are singers and singers, but only a few have a gift for interpretation that goes beyond what the text and music signify.”

Proceeds from the concert will go to the on-going construction of Our Lady of Penafrancia Museum and for the benefit of Camerata Kultura Scholars, a group of young singers.

DIBA and Camerata Cultura would like to thank the following for their support: PAGCOR, San Miguel Beer, Bimbo Construction, Bigg's Diner, Avenue Plaza Hotel, Cafe Plazuela, Red Platter, Bicol Mail, GoldPrint, Bob Marlin, Zonta Club of Naga & Camarines Sur, Max's Restaurant, O+ USA, Mr.& Mrs. Nixon Cu. Special thanks to Congressman Wimpy Fuentebella, ABS-CBN Naga , GNN, GMA and
 RMN-DWNX.

To get your tickets please text or call these numbers 0927-705-9508, 09209258454.

Uso Pa Ba Ang Harana?
Concierto Para sa Museo
August 02, 2014
@ The Big Hall of Basilica Minore

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Let's get the Ball Rolling for 2014

Feels like the first day of work even though it's not. Let's get the day pumping with this "mashed-up" songs of 2013. It's pretty neat actually. I do not listen a lot to mainstreamed songs but I am familiar with most of them (at least) so that I can relate with others whenever they listen or sing along with them. I like how the video was edited too.

You can download the track here... https://soundcloud.com/robinskouteris/poplove2013

Let's get the ball rolling!

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The Platters Live in Naga

Watch the World Famous PLATTERS live in NAGA! Singing their best hits on September 7, 2013, 8:00PM at the Tent, Avenue Plaza Hotel. Tickets are available at Avenue Plaza Hotel or call 473 9999. See you there!

BACK to Peñafrancia 2013 List of Activities

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Sa Maogmang Lugar Song

Sa Maogmang Lugar 
Original Composition ni Ven at Glenn ng Paradomah

Dawa sisay na Nagueno makaka relate sa kantang ini, lalo na si mga haloy ng dai nakaka uli sa Maogmang Lugar. Magayon sa pagmati na may mga kapwa kitang Nagueno na nagtatao ning oras para makagibo ning arog kaning kagayon na kanta. Nakakapungaw pero nakakatabang puso, kaya para sa mga tugang tang nasa hararayo na lugar, sana makauli kamo digdi sa ciudad ta. Ma fiesta na pati!

This is definitely worth sharing to all our fellow Naguenos and Bicolanos. Dios Mabalos sa saindong musiko Ven and Glenn!



LYRICS:

Uminagi na an pirang taon saka nakaisip na magpuli samu
Anu na daw kayang itsura mo ti baad dae taka na mabisto

Napupungaw sana, naguiguirumduman taka
Walong oras na lang

Mahaduk kay Ina (sa basilica)
Malakaw lakaw sa plaza (sa plaza miranda)
Maderecho sa harung (magurang kukugusun)
Ang panira kakamutun (balaw saka natong)

Gabus ko ni gigibuhun Pag abut
sa maogmang lugar

Hurup hurup ko kung anu na daw mga kabarkadang maoragon kaibanan (kainuman)
pusngak digdi, pusngak duman ang ribuk abot na sa balyung kudal

Napupungaw sana, naguiguirumduman taka
Walong oras na lang


Maaluk ning kaibanan (ta may duidumanan)
Ma- kinalas saka turon (sa dayangdang)
Malakaw para mahiranan (pamagsaysay)
Buong tropa aapudan (ta Matarambay)

Gabus ko ni gigibuhun, oorootrohun, susulitun
Pagkakaniguun ang oras pag abut sa maogmang lugar

Napupungaw sana, naguiguirumduman taka
Walong oras na lang

Mapasyar ako sa centro (dawa arasahas)
Makakan pancit bato (sa bayawas)
Tapos mabakal ako (nin pinangat)
Mahapit pa sa san francisco (mapasalamat)

Kakaibang kaugmahan, dakul ka pang pasyaran, masiramun na kakanan, may stoplight naman
maharang na sumsuman, sararo pa na banwaan,
sabi nani ni Sir Jessie kaiyan
"digdi na! sa Maogmang lugar"

sa maogmang lugar, ano pang hahanapun mo
madja na digdi sa maogmang lugar...

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In The Still of the Night Concert

DIBA Foundation and Camerata Kultura presents
"In the still of the Night" featuring JONATHAN EMMANUEL DELA PAZ ZAENS
Berlin-Based Filipino (a proud Bicolano) Baritone.
July 26, 2013, 7:00 pm at the Avenue Convention Plaza
Avenue Square, Magsaysay Naga City.

Ticket Prices: 
Php 200
Php 500 (with dinner)

For tickets pls contact 0932-861-2236 / 0922-811-0366 / 0920-925-8454

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Benefit Concert for Thyroid and Breast Cancer Patients

A Benefit Dinner Concert for the Thyroid and Breast Cancer Surgery Patients
The Tent at Avenue Plaza Hotel
April 20, 2013

Featuring Juris, Luke Mejares, Kitchie Nadal
with Junior Master Chef Louise Mabulo to serve authentic Indian cuisine


YOUR 1,250 CAN SAVE & CHANGE THE LIVES OF 100 CANCER PATIENTS!!! ♥ ♥ ♥ 

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Summer Class / Lessons in Naga 2013

Looking for a perfect leisure time for your kids? Well we have a lot of summer classes / lessons in the city ranging sports, music, cooking and a lot lot more that will surely make the summer vacation of your children fun and worthwhile.

IMPORTANT: Contact the office concerned if you need more information. Click on the photo to view details and check back for updates and more offerings.

KARATEDO

DANCE

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https://www.facebook.com/pages/Agnieszka-Ballet-Arts-Centre/109140967400

SPORTS

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Swimming

Olympia Gym and Sauna at Avenue Plaza Hotel

Villa Caceres Hotel Poolside

http://villacacereshotel.com/

Football /Fusal

COOKING

College Preparation / Reading / Academics

https://www.facebook.com/thereviewmasters

Academic Enhancement Lessons, Guitar and Violin Lesson

by Asiawise Study Center

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#DavidPomeranzInNagaCity on March 2

Get a chance to WIN a ticket for the You're the Inspiration Benefit Concert LIVE with DAVID POMERANZ. Just tweet us why you want to win and don't forget to use the hash tag #DavidPomeranzInNagaCity. Send your entries from February 23 to March 1, 2013 and win surprises, not just one ticket but other gift certificates from partners such as Chef Doy's, Grissini, Hands & Strands, Pro Chef's Office, Olympia gym, Cafe Plazuela, and Avenue Square. 

LET’S MAKE #DavidPomeranzInNagaCity TREND on Twitter Philippines!

CALL 47339999 or text 0928.823.9999 for ticket details.

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Dios Mabalos! Music and Arts Festival 2012

The Dios Mabalos! Music and Arts Festival 2012 will be making its first grand salvo in Naga City on October 31st 2012!

A showcase of top Bicolano musicians and artists, this night long event until the dawn of November 1st will be a thrilling experience for all music and art lovers!


Visit Dios Mabalos! Music and Arts Festival 2012 on Facebook CLICK HERE  and Twitter @DiosMabalosFest for more details

LET'S SUPPORT BICOLANO ARTISTS!!

Image Source: Dios Mabalos! Music and Arts Festival 2012 Facebook

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Side A Live in ADNU

Side Live in Ateneo de Naga University
ADNU Covered Courts
September 12, 2012 8:00 pm

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Karylle on a Roadtrip at SM City Naga

Karylle on a Roadtrip
@ SM City Naga
June 3, 2012

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Session Road in CamSur

Who can ever forget Session Road especially if you're a Louisian?

Of course I won't! Not only that it reminds me of my college years but it was also the time when Session Road, the band, started their career and it all started in Baguio City. Makes me miss feel nostalgic of my college years. And now they're here in my home town Camarines Sur!

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