In celebration of our 125th Anniversary Philippine Independence Day, Ephesus Teatron Group Inc. presents its first major live musical concert entitled ‘Klasical’ on Saturday, June 10, 2023, at the OnStage Theatre, Greenbelt 1, Makati, at 7:30 pm.
More than just a little night of music, ‘KLASICAL’ is an auditory feast featuring a plethora of classical Filipino musical pieces that reflect our rich history and culture.
LOVE LOCAL
Our Filipino musical grassroots run deep, as hearing these Filipino classics heightens emotional and romantic sensibilities. A wide range of native love songs has transcended through time into a higher form of art.
Classical Philippine music is relaxing and enjoyable with its universal appeal. Our classical music has its way of reaching the depths of our souls that even those who don’t understand the lyrics will find themselves mesmerized by it.
SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW
Thus, KLASICAL, a musical repertoire, aims to feature this wide array of traditional classical Filipino music with improvements in instruments, symphony, melody, harmony, orchestra, and vocal that make up a combination of traditional local and Western music.
This musical repertoire is a fusion of inspirations that aims to preserve our national culture in these traditional Filipino songs; while hoping to revitalize the vigor of interests by upgrading sound to be appreciated across generations.
The rich collection includes a few arias and opera pieces like “O Mio Babbino Caro, Canto Patriotico De Maria Clara, and others.
Listeners can expect an updated and well-arranged musical score from one of the most sought-after musical directors, Pifo Cifra.
It is a musical show about love, heartbreak, Filipino culture of courtship and serenade, passion, and poetic expression of love for country and history.
Also featured in this show are unforgettable kundiman songs such as Ako’y Kampupot, Mutya ng Pasig, Nasaan Ka Irog, Bituing Marikit, Gaano Ko Ikaw Kamahal, Folk Song Medley, Kalesa, Ay, Ay, Ay, O Pag ibig, Katakataka.
A NIGHT TO REMEMBER
All songs will be carried out by Tribu’s immense talent and unwavering commitment to musical excellence.
Showcasing the brilliance of Filipino talents are Sweet Samaniego (who also takes the director’s helm), Marga Roco, Terence Guillermo, Onyl Torres, and Nazer Salcedo. Special guests include Pinky Marquez, Miguel Braganza, and the Gala Dance Company.
Be entertained by the repertoire of unforgettable patriotic dances and songs of freedom, love, and inspiration, to be performed by Tribu and a cast of world-class artists from the world of musical theatre.
Indeed, an evening to remember.
Tickets are available via Ticket2Me.
