The Philippine Madrigal Singers and American group the Swingle Singers will perform at the Cultural Center of the Philippines in a concert billed “TWO FOR THE GOLD”, a rare event featuring excellent a cappella music and world-class artistry on September 7 (Saturday, 7:00PM) and September 8 (Sunday, 5:00PM). Both shows will be held at the CCP Tanghalang Nicanor Abelardo (Main Theater). The concert is held in celebration the 50th Anniversary of the said groups.
Fifty years ago, the late National Artist for Music Professor Andrea O. Veneracion founded the Philippine Madrigal Singers with a clear vision of a singing Philippines. In 2013, the Madz is at the forefront of the local and international choral scene, as one of the world’s winningest choirs in the world, UNESCO Artists of Peace and the World’s Best Choir (by the BrandLaureate Awards). More importantly, the Madz is instrumental in producing more than 60 choirs all over the world, creating a network of choirs popularly known as the Madz Et. Al.
In Europe, American-born musician Ward Swingle formed the legendary Swingle Singers and since then has become more than just baroque jazz artists but contemporary a cappella phenomenon, with 5 Grammy Award titles to date. For half a century, they have pushed the boundaries of what the human voice can achieve. Their vocal agility and blend, combined with captivating showmanship, have thrilled audiences around the world.
Tickets are at P3000 (Orchestra Center), P2500 (Limited Orchestra Sides), P2000 (Orchestra Sides), P1500 (Balcony One Center), P1000 (Balcony One Sides), P700 (Balcony Two Center), P500 Balcony Two Sides.
For ticket inquiries, contact CCP Box Office at (+632) 8323704 or (+632) 8321125; TicketWorld at (+632) 8919999; or Chichi at (+63) 9178824400.
