Looking back to its humble beginnings in 1994 as a group of Bicolanos who enjoyed singing, the Philippine Choral Group has come a long way as one of the Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc.’s cultural arms.
With an extended membership consisting of Filipino-Americans from a more varied range ethnicity, age and profession, bound together by the passion for singing. Under the continued leadership of its founder, PCFI Board Member Olive Santiano, and the music directorship of former Philippine Madrigal Singer, Connie Chanrasmi, the group has participated in almost every Filipino-American event in the Tampa Bay Area. These events include PhilFest, Sampaguita Ball, Barrio Fiesta, Penafrancia and Sto. Nino celebrations as well as local concerts and private celebrations.
The Philippine Choral Group’s success can be attributed to the versatility of its repertoire which ranges from Philippine ethnic, folk and popular music to church hymns and Broadway tunes. It also encourages Filipino-American children and youth to join in some of its performances, especially during the yearly Baccalaureate Mass for the St. Petersburg Catholic High School and the Sto. Nino Celebrations at St. Paul’s Catholic Church, much to the appreciation of the clergy, especially Bishop Robert Lynch of the Diocese of St. Petersburg.
The group also extends volunteer help on special occasions like PCFI’s Classical Concert Series, ARTE and others.
Anyone interested in joining the Philippine Choral Group can get in touch with Olive Santiano at (727-734-7022) or Connie Chanrasmi at (727-541-1568).
The Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc. (PCFI) presents “Glimpses of the Philippines” at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center on Sunday, November 5, 2023, starting at 3:00 PM. This annual cultural presentation spotlights the Philippine...
Here are photos from the Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble’s 17th Annual Concert held at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center on Sunday, November 20, 2022: Many thanks to all who supported this concert! Photos...
After two years of the Corona Virus pandemic, the Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc. is back as it presents the Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble as it performs its 17th Annual Concert on Sunday, November 20,...
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“Philippine Sketches” by the Philippine Choral Group (Connie Chanrasmi, conductor), Philippine Performing Arts Company (Joey Omila, director) and Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble (Nhick Ramiro Pacis, music director). This medley of Filipino tunes is a...
Pandanggo sa Ilaw (Fandango of Lights) performed by the Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble, Philippine Choral Group (Connie Chanrasmi, conductor) and Philippine Performing Arts Company, Inc. (Joey Omila, Artistic Director and choreographer) at the Bayanihan...
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The Philippine Choral Group is celebrating its 20th year anniversary with a musical comedy entitled “The Lost Three Kings” at the Pinellas Park Performing Arts Center on Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 3PM. With...
Bring your family and friends to a traditional Philippine Christmas as the Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc. in cooperation with the Philippine Choral Group bring you “PASKO 2015” at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center on Sunday, December 20, 2015 from 12:00 Noon to 6:00 PM!
The Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc. presents “Bamboo and Strings 2015” featuring the Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble on Sunday, October 18, 2015 at 2:00PM at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center located at 14301 Nine Eagles Drive, Tampa, FL 33626.
Due to a “double-booking” error, “Talent Jam Fundraiser” of the Philippine Choral Group scheduled for Friday, March 20, 2015 at 6:30PM at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center has been moved to SATURDAY, MARCH 21. Same time, same fun! Please spread the word and let your friends and family know! We apologize for the inconvenience.
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Here are photos taken at the Sto. Nino Celebrations held at St. Paul’s Church in Tampa, Florida on January 18, 2015. PCFI’s Philippine Performing Arts Company, Philippine Choral Group and Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble participated in this event.
Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble and Philippine Choral Group performance at the Aging Well Center at the Long Center in Clearwater, FL on November 21, 2014. Thanks to all who came and toe David A. Martinez III for rendering some fabulous piano pieces and for Tita Chit Korfmacher for her kundiman singing!
“November 13, 2014: The Philippine Cultural Foundation, Inc. presented PPAC, Philippine Choral Group and Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble in a cultural presentation for more than 600 school children from Hillsborough County through the support...
Many thanks to all who came to watch “Bamboo and Strings” at the Bayanihan Arts and Events Center on Sunday, October 5, 2014! The concert, presented by the Musikong Kawayan Bamboo Ensemble, was attended by several hundred guests from the Tampa Basy Area. It also featured Bayside String Quartet composed of violinists Sandy and Elizabeth Kitts, violist Sam Headlee and cellist Rebecca Bialosky with bassist John DiMura and pianist Robert Jarosh. The Philippine Performing Arts Company and the Philippine Choral Group also rendered a few numbers.