Joe Bautista at Galleria Duemila
JOE BAUTISTA opens Vertical and Horizontal Dreams at Galleria Duemila on Nov. 9, 4 p.m. Inspired by the Japanese architect Tadao Ando, Bautista’s compositions are blueprint abstractions on canvas. His bold colors and use of aluminum L-bars defines his fascination with linear and angular heights. The paintings are a combination of geometric and organic forms, following the concept of “concrete nature” Ando has developed. The spirit of Bautista’s works rely on minute details such as the play on light and shadows, the playful doodles and the joy of seeing it in an all-encompassing plan. This is his first solo exhibition in 25 years. The exhibit runs until Dec. 28. Galleria Duemila located at 210 Loring St. 1300 Pasay City. The gallery is open from Monday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Two exhibits opening at Kulay Diwa
KULAY DIWA will be opening several exhibits which will open on Nov. 7 and run until Dec. 7. Nil Capinianes and Rodney Yap will have a joint exhibit called Alternate Universe. There will also be an exhibit, Three Davao Artists, featuring the works of Arvin C. Cantalejo, Jr., Lawrence Tulio, and John Renzo Daquigan. Kulay Diwa is at 25 Lopez Ave., Lopez Village, Sucat, Parañaque City.
MSO’s Pas De Deux
THE Manila Symphony Orchestra (MSO) Foundation, Inc. features world class artists for its fourth gala concert, Pas De Deux. The Manila Symphony Orchestra will perform with Juilliard-trained violin virtuoso and MSO’s Concertmaster Diomedes Saraza, Jr., and Korean cellist Yeonjin Kim under the baton of Grammy nominee conductor Darrell Ang. Diomedes and Yeonjin will be performing Brahms’ Double Concerto with the MSO. One of the most popular ballet suites by Tchaikovsky, Swan Lake, will also be performed by the MSO. The concert will be on Nov. 16, 4 p.m., at the Meralco Theatre, Pasig City. Tickets are available at TicketWorld (call 8891-9999 for inquiries or reservations).
Nefelibata at Robinsons Galleria
This month, catch the artworks of Daryl Hannah “Nam” Intal and Lloyd Lusica in a two-man exhibit, Nefelibata, at Robinsons Galleria’s Level 3, Veranda. Their artworks were created to express the artists’ love for art and to feel the spark that doesn’t abide the conventional work of art. Nefelibata runs until Nov. 17.
Faith Gospel Singers presents Obra ng Maestro
THE Faith Gospel Singers presents its 9th anniversary concert titled Obra ng Maestro featuring the Ellinwood Chamber Orchestra on Nov. 9, 6 p.m, at the Central United Methodist Church, Kalaw Ave., Ermita, Manila. Divided into four segments, the concert is a unique blend of Gospel songs, Original Pilipino Music, Broadway and movie themes, and inspirational music. The evening’s repertoire includes “Purihin Si Yahweh” by National Artist for Music Lucrecia Kasilag, “Somewhere” from West Side Story, “Circle of Life” from The Lion King, “Go the Distance” from Hercules, and “When You Believe” from Prince of Egypt. The group will also cover OPM hits such as “Panaghoy,” Smokey Mountain’s “Paraiso,” Joey Ayala’s “Manong Pawikan,” and Gary Valenciano’s “Gaya ng Dati.” The Faith Gospel Singers will also interpret African-American contemporary gospel songs “O Sifuni Mungu” and “Baba Yetu” which will showcase its choral versatility. Based at the Faith Baptist Church in Quezon City, the Faith Gospel Singers is a fellowship of Christian singers which ministers through God-centered excellence and music. The choir is directed by Naomi Sison, head of the UST Conservatory of Music’s piano department and a faculty member of the voice department. The Ellinwood Chamber Orchestra, the string and wind ensemble of Ellinwood Malate Church, is conducted by George Bernard Supetran, former principal violist of the UST Symphony Orchestra who also orchestrated some of the pieces in the concert. Admission is free. For inquiries and ticket reservations, visit Faith Gospel Singers Facebook page or contact 0917-849-1409.
