MANILA, Philippines -- The University of the Philippines Concert Chorus bagged four major prizes at the Musica Orbis Festival in Prague, Czech Republic, held from June 27 to July 1.As a mixed adult choir, it clinched the overall winner in the Unrestricted Category, the first Philippine choir to do so.The UPCC also won two gold prizes for the Unrestricted and Folklore Categories, as well as a Special Prize for the Best Stage Performance.
The UP Concert Chorus of the University of the Philippines has brought pride to the country after emerging victorious at the Music Orbis Prague Festivals held in the Czech Republic. Photo from UP Concert Chorus on Facebook.Professor Jai Aracama conducted the choir led by president, Calvin Capacete.Among the pieces the choir sang included Ilay Gandangan, Malinac Lay Labi, Tuksuhan, Mga Wata sa Ripag, Laudate Dominum, Bagong Umaga and Wade in the Water.