Edalyn Erandio, News, Communication Management Office
“Ang karangalang ito ay para sa Sintang Paaralan!”
The Polytechnic University of the Philippines - Bagong Himig Serenata (BHS) bested seven other competing chorale groups to take home the crown in DZMM’s Dr. Love Radio Show: Kapamilya Christmas Caroling 2019, held last December 6.
The University’s resident chorale group showcased their talent through their winning performance of Arnel De Pano’s “Maligayang Bati” and classic Christmas carol “Carol of the Bells” as arranged by Gerard John dela Pena.
Choirmaster Mark Gregory Isip shared that they chose to perform “very unique” song pieces to highlight the versatility of the group. “Ayon din sa judges during the interview, iyon din ang isang tiningnan nila kasi kakaiba iyong areglo pero nakanta raw ng maayos ng BHS,” he added.
He shared that cooperation, discipline and passion for choral singing were secrets to the team’s success; these, amid conflicting schedules and long rehearsals. He expressed warm regards to those who supported BHS.
“Sa mga magulang ng mga members, sa mga arrangers ng kanta—sina Sir Arnel De Pano para sa ‘Maligayang Bati’ at Gerard John Dela Pena para sa ‘Carol of the Bells,’ salamat! Pasasalamat din sa PUP administration lalo’t higit sa University Center for Culture and the Arts sa pangunguna ni Prof. Bely R. Ygot at syempre sa mga members na walang kapaguran na nagtataguyod ng grupo. Pang-huli, kay Lord na di kami pinabayaan sa tuwing may ganito kaming gawain.”
The second year of Kapamilya Christmas Caroling lasted from October 11 to November 29. BHS pocketed the P60,000.00 cash prize and P40,000.00 worth of gift certificates from Novotel and Chef Jessie. They also received a certificate of recognition, 13 electric fans, and one home speaker.
Judges include Thea Marie Perez of the UST Conservatory of Music – Voice Faculty; Dr. Eugene de los Santos, Musical Director and Choirmaster of Tiples de Santo Domingo; and, Maestro Hermenigildo Ranera, Associate Conductor of the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra.###
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