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It is said that among the arts, music has the most universal appeal and acceptance. The Filipino people are heirs to a musical legacy that embodies their collective consciousness, their hopes and dreams, their trials and triumphs, their aspirations for a better life. These are echoed in the songs they sing and in the instruments they play, which truly become a vital force in creating harmony among the culturally-diverse people like the Filipinos.

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UMak Chorale with mayor Jojo Binay

University of Makati Chorale

Brief History of the University of Makati

The University of Makati is a public university locally-funded by the Makati City government originally established in 1972 (Mun. Res. No. 242, Ordinance No. 64) as the Makati Polytechnic College. In response to the growing demands for more curricular program offerings, the Polytechnic Community College was elevated to the status of a full-blown college in 1987 and was renamed Makati College.

On January 10, 1990, a merger with former Fort Andres Bonifacio College at Barangay West Rembo paved the way for the transformation of Makati College into a university. By virtue of Municipal Ordinance No. 433, Pamantasan ng Makati became a chartered University on December 19, 1991 under the administration of Mayor Jejomar C. Binay. On August 27, 2002, City Ordinance No. 2002-111 approved the change of the official name of Pamantasan ng Makati (PNM) to University of Makati (UMak) to give the school a sophisticated image towards global excellence.

As the premier university of Makati, it is serving an average of 11,000 students coming from the marginalized families in Makati and nearby cities.

Background of the University of Makati Chorale Madz Et Al

Formally organized in 2003, the University of Makati Chorale is the only school-based acapella vocal ensemble of the University and the City of Makati. Over the years, the Chorale has developed a reputation for its remarkable interpretation of vocal musical literature – from classical to contemporary, from gospel to standards, from kundiman to OPM. With an unbroken blend of male and female voices ranging from the first soprano to second bass, the group has already made a name not only for the University but for the City as well with its remarkable performances.

Today, the group has matured from merely a singing group, composed of indigent but musically-gifted youth, that aspired to provide entertainment to a group propelled by a mission to respond to the cultural aspirations of Makati as its ambassador of goodwill. With this challenge, coupled with its new vision to become world renowned singing ambassadors, they would like to responsively commit to make a difference - to bring more honors not only to the University, but most importantly, to the City of Makati.

In February 2007, the Chorale engaged the services of Prof. Elsie Z. Eranista, a BS-Music graduate, magna cum laude from the University of the Philippines, and an alumna of the Philippine Madrigal Singers (PMS) and a member of the PMS batch who won the Grand Prix in Europe chorale competition (1998), as choir conductor/trainer. As such, they have been undergoing rigorous training supervised by this world-famous singing group. In October 2007, the University of Makati Chorale was formally introduced as the newest member of Madz Et Al, a family of choir organization handled by the Philippine Madrigal Singers and now ready to embark in international choral competitions.

Some of the group’s outstanding achievements:


Grand Finalist - 1st Runner-Up- Magandang Tanghali Bayan’s “Minus-All, an acapella competition at ABS-CBN and
The Filipino Channel (TFC) (December 2003)

Winner - “Sama-samang Boses” – a Christmas Carol Chorale competition (December 2003) sponsored by
Mayor Sonny Belmonte of Quezon City

Regular Choir - Intercontinental Manila, Philippine Senate , and Intl. Relations Dept., Office of the Mayor


First & Third Runner-Up – “Paskong Himig 2007 sa Lungsod ng Pasig/”Paskong-Pasko sa Metro Manila 2007” - Department of Tourism-NCR (Dec. 12 and 13, 2007).
First Grand Champion – “Himig Pasko 2007” Acapella Challenge – Sunshine Media Network-DZAR (December 22, 2007)

Major Concerts

The “Colors of Worship 1 & 2” - a liturgical concert together with eight (8) best choral groups in Metro Manila held in April 2004 at the Philamlife Auditorium, UN Avenue, Manila.

The Rainbow Concert – with the country’s musical icons Jose Mari Chan and Rico J. Puno - May 2004.

Hands-On Choral Concert 2004, 2005 & 2006 – 200-voices choral concert (International Song Festival) under Choirmaster Mark Anthony Carpio of the Philippine Madrigal Singers at the Cultural Center of the Philippines with 11 choral groups.

Sing Philippines (Madz Et Al 2007) – A Celebration of Filipino Choral Artistry – Philamlife Auditorium, May 4, 2007.

Goodwill Choral Concert & Recital with University of the East Chorale and Novo Concertante Manila - Main Theatre, University of Makati, Sept. 27, 2007.

Monday, May 26, 2008

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Saturday, May 24, 2008

Watch the performance of University of Makati Chorale!

Please watch some of our performance on You Tube. Just click on the link below and listen to the wonderful music of University of Makati Chorale

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jv81HzR_3Aw - Tanguenado (Percassion Song)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0qhrIDyK2hQ - Butsikek (Filipino Song)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RD6wB8s2ZFw - Paru Parong Bukid (Filipino Folk Song)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GmEyM1jivow - Die Harmonie (German Song)

Friday, May 23, 2008

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Art5


Love is the reflection of this art, You will feel the meaning of love whenever you have this one.

Art4


For me this art4 is a picture with a meaning of chaos.

Art3


This picture is like you are in the ocean with lots of things and feelings inside of you.

Face


Different face value and expressions is shown in the picture. The said that we need to thing what will be the reaction of one person if he/she did everything.

Art2


I love this art work. I imagine lots of thing's inthis work.

Is it Art?


For your assesment on this picture, is it art or not? every person have different reactions in this picture.

Art1


This art work shows different expressions and feelings of every one person.

Monday, May 19, 2008

model 1


The instrument you see is only for display. because it is only a figurine.

model


This one can include to your glass cabinet. Because this one is really for collection only.

metal


I am wondering, what is the sound of this instrument when played.

nice


When you are board in your room, the best thing to do is to play music.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Dark


Playing an instrument in the dark means you have a problem. That's my perception.

background


This picture really fits for the background of your computer.

flower


The real highlight here is the flower. It makes lot of design in the instrment.

nice


This guy is so brilliant when playing his wind instrument..

Friday, May 9, 2008

Leaf


This painting will help you whenever you have an emotional problem.

nature


The picture means that we need to stablish a good and beautiful place.

Amazing


This amazing painting will help you whenever you have a problem. Just look at it and you can have your good feelings..

Monday, May 5, 2008

Musical Garden


Try to find the instruments use to make this garden beautiful.

Ancient Wind Instrument


Many people said that you will be needing lots of air to play this one.

Playing


I love to play piano. Whenever I play some notes, I have a peace of mind.

Yummy


If you are very hungry during your rehearsal time, you can try your piano.

Ethnic


The picture shows different type of ethnic musical instruments. It has a good and natural sound.

Collections


Different Musical Instruments are collections of my music genius friend.

Brussels Musical Museum


In this museum, you can see different musical instruments.

Sunday, May 4, 2008

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Friday, May 2, 2008

Road


This tuba is in the road, they left this instrument in the road for picture taking.

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