I had a chance to watch the world-renowned the Philippine Madrigal Singers and the Swingle Singers last September 8. Both groups are celebrating their 50th anniversary, and I’m so thankful that I got to see them share the stage, along with my officemates who are both MADZ fanatics. As I arrived from the CCP lobby, […]
We beheld once again the stars
Enchanting. Beautiful. Moving. This is how I describe this song composed by Z Randall Stroope. Beautifully sung by the world-acclaimed Philippine Madrigal Singers, the song “We beheld once again the stars” (Riveder de stelle) is one powerful song that can definitely move mountains. This is one of my personal favorite from the MADZ. Another thing […]
Finding Inspiration Everyday
We all want to feel special. to be happy, to be grateful, to be loved. That is why we need to have a daily dose of inspiration, everyday. Inspire Me Everyday – a collection of everything that we need on a daily basis. May it be a shot of optimism, a sprinkle of happy moments, […]
Lessons from Mam OA (late post)
Days after Mam OA’s farewell to this world, our choir went to the CCP to attend the necrological services of the national artist of music. We arrived early to the main theater to rehearse for our part as a chorus in two of the songs and we get dressed in our usual gala uniform (aka […]
Of love and light (and a tiny tribute to the National Artist for Music)
Let me share this story. When I joined the University of the East chorale, I was unaware of all the songs from different languages and genres that we all sing during my trainee days. I was only familiar with the church music, for I grew up singing with our neighborhood parish every sundays and on […]
Itadakimasu! The Ramen Bar Feast that I got from DealGrocer!
I had my own share of buying from group buying sites, especially if I have my eyes set on the things that I need at a massive discount. And this time around, I can’t resist this amazing deal from one of the most visited group buying sites around, Deal Grocer. Deal Grocer is well known […]
My week-long affair with yoga
One thing I want to improve on my running is my speed and flexibility. As my evil twin Angela has said to me in one of our runs at the Ayala Triangle, I need to stretch those sleeping muscles and to sweat a lot, which is what we’ve been doing when running. I do admit […]