Ars Cantica Ensemble: 2009

Formally organized on the 12th of August in 2006, the Ars Cantica Ensemble is a choral group composed of young professionals from different university choirs who want to spread the Word of God through musical talent and commitment to service.

In just a year, the Ars Cantica Ensemble has already developed a diverse repertoire, ranging from classical songs, sacred hymns, and Filipino and international songs. On its first attempt at competitions in 2007, the group won Second Runner-Up in the prestigious PAGCOR Chorale Festival and was chosen as one of the top five winners in the Paskong Himig sa Lungsod ng PASIG Chorale Competition.

In December 2007, the Ars Cantica Ensemble was the featured choir at the Opening Ceremonies of the Amazing European Union Christmas held at The Podium, Ortigas and was one of the choirs invited to grace the Sing For Me Project of the Department of Social Welfare and Development. They had their first TV appearance on the Christmas Eve episode of The Sobrang Gud Nite Show on Qtv.

In February 2010, the Ars Cantica Ensemble bested other choirs to win First Runner-Up in the Sa ‘Yo Lamang Chorale Fest, a choral competition sponsored by ABS-CBN and Star Records. In line with this, the group recorded two tracks in the inspirational album, Sa ‘Yo Lamang, produced by Ms. Jamie Rivera under Star Records, which included a duet with singer Juris for the theme song of the movie Sa ‘Yo Lamang, produced by Star Cinema. The Sa ‘Yo Lamang album, which features other artists such as Eric Santos, Aiza Seguerra and Chin-Chin Gutierrez, among others, has been endorsed by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP).

Furthermore, the group had the privilege to be part of the Pasinaya 2011 held on February 6 at the CCP, joining the Philippine Madrigal Singers and other prestigious choral groups in singing “Mi Ultimo Adios” and “Bayan Ko” in the finale.

As a testimony to its spiritual commitment and unwavering dedication to its music ministry, the Ars Cantica Ensemble continues to serve at the Shrine of Mary Queen of Peace (EDSA Shrine); Santo Niño de Paz Chapel (Greenbelt) in Makati; at the Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Chapel and at the Chapel of the Eucharistic Lord (SM Megamall Atrium) in Mandaluyong.

Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Antipolo Outing 2009

We had a fun-filled outing on June 6 to 7 at Aqua Huts Resort in Antipolo City. :)

*Photos courtesy of Mammu Chinn

Tuesday, May 26, 2009

May 9 Special Events

Father Peter Thoai's Farewell Mass at EDSA Shrine and Wedding Gig in Katipunan, QC.

THE PRAYER

An impromptu duet by Cezua Pangilinan / Puri Espeleta and Ricky Cabico during the pictorial segment in our wedding gig last May 9 in Katipunan, QC.

Also singing in the background:
Ramil Angeles
Chinn Kalingo
Lhance Lim

*This was not actually included in our original line-up. We were just forced to sing this while the pictorial was still ongoing downstairs. :)

PANANATILI

An impromptu duet by Lhance Lim and Chinn Kalingo during the pictorial segment in our wedding gig last May 9 in Katipunan, QC.

*This was not actually included in our original line-up. We were just forced to sing this while the pictorial was still ongoing downstairs. :)

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

We Are One (Rehearsals for Father Peter Thoai's Farewell Mass)

Ars Cantica Ensemble singing "We Are One" by Allan Pote during rehearsals for Father Peter Thoai's Farewell Mass on May 9 at EDSA Shrine.

Monday, May 4, 2009

Our Funny Vocalization Exercise

This is the other side of Ars Cantica Ensemble. Please bear with us... most especially with the one orchestrating this vocalization exercise. :)

"Ang ipis,
Naipit sa pinto,
Nakita ni Pedro,
Piping-pipi...
Patay!"

Optional: Change P's of "Piping-pipi" and "Patay" to F.

Sunday, May 3, 2009

We Will Miss You, Ram!

Ram Rafuson, one of our newbies, bid goodbye to us last April 26 to enter the Philippine National Police Academy. Though his stay with us was shortlived, we will definitely miss him and will continue to pray for his success in his future endeavors.

Best of luck to you, Ram! God bless. :)

Tengkiat-Lim Nuptials

Lhen, one of our beloved sopranos, tied the knot with Nelson on April 25 at the St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Ermita, Manila. The grand reception followed at the Dragon Gate Seafood Restaurant in Roxas Boulevard, Pasay City. Ars Cantica Ensemble had the privilege to sing in the mass as well as in the reception.

Congratulations and Best Wishes again, Lhen and Nelson! :)

* Photos courtesy of Mammu Chinn, ER, and Ramil

Friday, April 24, 2009

Easter '09 and Otep's Birthday Celebration

*Photos courtesy of Mammu Chinn

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

Good Friday '09

Ars Cantica Ensemble at the Greenbelt Chapel for the Good Friday Mass (Veneration of the Cross).

*Photos courtesy of Mammu Chinn

Monday, April 20, 2009

Palm Sunday '09

*Photos courtesy of Mammu Chinn

McDonald's Awards Night

Ars Cantica Ensemble was invited to sing at the McDonald's Awards Night (Employee of the Year and Team of the Year) on March 14 held at the RCBC Tower in Makati City.

*Photos courtesy of Mammu Chinn

Sunday, April 19, 2009

Father Jun Sescon's Anniversary

Ars Cantica Ensemble made a simple serenade to Father Jun Sescon of Greenbelt Chapel last March 4 in celebration of his Anniversary as the chapel's Chaplain.

*Photos courtesy of Richard Eusebio of Info Group

Saturday, February 21, 2009

TV (Healing) Mass and Puri's Ice Cream Treat!

Ars Cantica Ensemble sang live at the 6:00 AM TV (Healing) Mass last February 8. The Mass was officiated by Fr. Jerry Orbos, sponsored by the Soliman Family and aired on ABS-CBN. On the same day, Puri made an ice cream treat to the group in celebration of her birthday on February 2. :)

*Photos courtesy of Mammu Chinn

Thursday, February 12, 2009

Lhance's Sweet Treat!

Lhance gave a sweet treat for the group on January 25 just before leaving for Hong Kong. The most requested 10-shot pictorial was done again and some hilarious scenes took place.

We'll miss you, kapatid! See you again, soon... :)

*Photos courtesy of Mammu Chinn

Friday, January 16, 2009

Cezua's Birthday Celebration

One of Ars Cantica Ensemble's sopranos (dragonessa) celebrated her birthday on January 4, 2009 at the EDSA Shrine. She was serenaded by the boys with the song "Iniibig Kita" (composed by Mr. Ryan Cayabyab) and a series of funny pictorial folowed (as usual). :)

*Photos courtesy of Mammu Chinn

Ars Cantica Ensemble - Yuletide Season 2008 Montage

Ars Cantica Ensemble's collection of photos and videos during the Yuletide Season in 2008.

Music: Paskong-Pasko Na Talaga
Composed by Arnel de Pano
Sung by Ars Cantica Ensemble

Thursday, January 8, 2009

Ars Cantica Ensemble in Penson-Cruz Nuptials

We had the privilege of being chosen to sing in the wedding of Marga Penson and Bobby Cruz last December 30, held at Christ The King in Green Meadows.

Here are some of the video clips:

TWO WORDS - Chinn

UMAGANG KAY GANDA - Joseph and Cezua

Monday, January 5, 2009

A Christmas Enchantment with Ars Cantica Ensemble

Here are just a few video clips of our December '08 Gigs. :)

A Christmas Encounter with Ars Cantica Ensemble
(A Christmas Mini Concert at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital in Mandaluyong City)

"Maligayang Bati"

"Bituing Natatangi"

"Carol of the Bells"

"O Come All Ye Faithful" / "Joy To The World"

"Paskong-Pasko Na Talaga"

Sea Air's Christmas Party at Citadel Inn in Makati City

"Carol of the Bells"

Young Presidents' Organization's (YPO) Christmas Party at Forbes Park in Makati City

"Caroling, Caroling"

"Ding dong Merrily On High"

Max's Tiendesitas (Private Family Christmas Party)

"Kumukutikutitap"

The Ortigas Center - Christmas Mini Concert

Despite unforeseen circumstances (continuous rain, change of venue, and noise along the road), we still managed to perform Christmas carols for the people at the Ortigas Center in Pasig on the 23rd day of December 2008.

"A Christmas Carol"