Ars Cantica Ensemble: May 2008

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, May 27, 2008

Marian Concert at EDSA Shrine

There will be a Marian Concert on May 31, 3:00 PM at EDSA Shrine. This is a free concert and everyone is invited to watch. Seven choirs will be participating and Ars Cantica Ensemble is one of them.

Hope to see you there. :)

Monday, May 26, 2008

Zion's Post in PinoyExchange

*Click the photo to enlarge

I've just come across this post from PinoyExchange.com and noticed that our choir, Ars Cantica Ensemble, was mentioned. It just feels good to read something like this coming from somebody who we really don't know. Whoever "zion" is, thanks a lot! :)

"He Loved Me"

Ars Cantica Ensemble singing "He Loved Me" during Communion on Sunday Mass (April 6) at the EDSA Shrine.

*Pardon for the muffled sound quality for this was only recorded using a mobile phone.

A Chock-Full Easter

We had a great time celebrating Easter Sunday singing in three different Masses (Discovery Suites, EDSA Shrine, and Rockwell Chapel). Plus, our super missed "kapatid", Lhance made a surprise visit! Indeed, the Christ is risen!

To view more photos, please go to:

http://choyzee.multiply.com/photos/album/20/A_Chock-Full_Easter_with_Ars_Cantica_Ensemble

Entry for "Pringles U Pop Music Video Contest"

Here's our entry for the "Pringles U Pop Music Video Contest" on Myx.

We managed to finish the recording and shoot in just one day (right after our Mass services at the EDSA Shrine and Rockwell Chapel) and submitted our entry on January 29. Though we were not chosen to be in the Finals, we had a lot of fun making this video!

Title: Pop Heart (Once You Pop, You Can't Stop)
Performed by: Ars Cantica Ensemble
Music & Lyrics / Direction: Choy Zablan
Music Arranged by: Ars Cantica Ensemble

A Christmas Experience

ACE's one of a kind Yuletide rendezvous in 2007.

To view more photos, please click this link:
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First TV Guesting on The Sobrang Gud Nite Show with Jojo A. All The Way!

First TV Guesting of Ars Cantica Ensemble in "The Sobrang Gud Nite Show with Jojo A. All The Way!", singing "Carol of the Bells" and "A Christmas Carol". Aired on Christmas Eve, QTV 11. The show is hosted by Mr. Jojo Alejar.

Jojo, you're the beyst!!! Thanks a lot! :)

*Sorry for the poor quality of the TV Version videos for they were only taken from a mobile phone.

PAGCOR Carol Festival '07 Grand Finals

Ars Cantica Ensemble singing "A Christmas Carol" in PAGCOR Carol Festival '07 Grand Finals Night.

Award : 2nd Runner-Up

*Sorry for the unstable sound quality since it was only recorded using a mobile phone. No video clip was taken for it was prohibited.

Paskong Himig sa Pasig '07 Grand Finals

Ars Cantica Ensemble singing "Ang Aking Bayan" (by Nicanor Abelardo) and "Gloria" (by Norman Agatep) in Paskong Himig sa Pasig '07 Grand Finals.