Kabataang Gitarista takes center stage at the 2nd Harana sa Dapit Hapon at CCP
by Leony R. Garcia
A group of talented public high school students from Manila, Pasay and Parañaque who are currently being trained in classical guitar, bonded together to form a group named Kabataang Gitarista (KG).
These students study free of charge through sponsorship grants.
The musical scholarship program was organized in August 2012 under the supervision of the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) Artist Training Division to promote appreciation for, and interest in classical guitar performance among public high school students. Currently gaining recognition among public high schools, the Kabataang Gitarista, under the tutelage of eminent guitar pedagogue Maestro Jose Valdez, has performed at the CCP Pasinaya Open House Festivals, in selected schools and for private events.
The talented students take center stage as they perform on the second part of Harana sa Dapit Hapon on April 8, 2015 at the Bulwagang Nicanor Abelardo (CCP Main Theater Lobby) at 4:30pm.
Soprano Liza Cabahug, tenor Lemuel dela Cruz with pianist Augusto Espino will be featured on the first part of the program.
Harana sa Dapit Hapon is an afternoon musicale featuring immortal kundimans, harana, balitaw, danza and unforgettable love songs by great Filipino composers. Noted classical singers and performers have been invited.
Succeeding shows will be held on June 10 with performing artists Miguel Castro, Fame Flores and Los Lipeños, followed by performances on July 8, September 9, October 7, and December 9 this year.
The event is free to the public. Senior citizens, students and the general public are cordially invited.
For details, contact the CCP Artist Training Division at 832-1125 local 1604.
