PPO TO PERFORM AT TACLOBAN’S SANGYAW FESTIVAL, BRINGING FILIPINO CULTURE TO LIFE

Jun 20, 2024 | Press Release

In its unwavering commitment to celebrate and uphold Filipino heritage, the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) proudly presents the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra (PPO) at Tacloban City’s Sangyaw Festival.

Revived in 2008 by the Tacloban City government, the Sangyaw Festival holds deep religious and socio-cultural significance. Sangyaw, which means “to heard news” in Waray language,

On June 20, 2024, at 7 pm, at the Tacloban Astrodome, Tacloban City, Maestro Herminigildo Ranera will lead the PPO in a mesmerizing performance. Audiences can expect a diverse repertoire spanning light classical, standard, Broadway, and original Filipino music, promising an enchanting evening of musical delight.

Joining Maestro Ranera and the PPO are acclaimed singer-songwriter Lara Maigue and performing artist Gian Magdangal.

As the nation’s premier orchestra, the PPO has captivated audiences across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, fostering profound connections through their music and enhancing the cultural tapestry of the Philippines through cultural exchanges.

This event is free and open to the public. For updates, visit www.culturalcenter.gov.ph or follow the official CCP and PPO social media accounts on Facebook, X, Instagram, and TikTok.

Don’t miss this extraordinary cultural celebration with the PPO at the Sangyaw Festival in Tacloban City on June 20, 2024.

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