Is the founder of the Philippine Madrigal Singers?

Andrea Veneracion
They are the first choir in the world to win the European Grand Prix for Choral Singing twice (in 1997 and in 2007). To date, only four choirs in the world have attained this achievement….University of the Philippines Madrigal Singers.

What is Madrigal Chorale?

Home. Under the direction of Dr. Brandon Ulrich, Madrigal Chorale (MC) has a rich history of choral performance and community service that dates back to the beginning of the 20th century. MC is comprised of over 40 men and women who share an unequaled commitment to excellence in vocal music performance.

Who is the founder of the Philippine Madrigal Singers?

The Philippine Madrigal Singers was organized in 1963 by National Artist Professor Andrea O. Veneracion. The choir is one of the world’s most awarded, having consistently won all the top prizes in most of the world’s prestigious choral competitions.

When did the Philippine Madrigal Singers win the European Grand Prix?

On August 26, 2007, the Philippine Madrigal Singers won, for the second time, the grand prize in the European Grand Prix for Choral Singing in Arezzo, Italy. This victory makes them the first of the only four choirs in the world to win the grand prize twice. The European Grand Prix is widely understood to be the Olympics of the choral circuit.

What kind of music do the Madrigal Singers sing?

Now with the direction of Mark Anthony Carpio, the ensemble continues to perform a wide repertoire of various styles and forms: Renaissance music, Classical music, Filipino and International folksongs, contemporary and Avant-garde music, Opera and even popular music.

Who are the Madz of the University of the Philippines?

The Madz is mostly composed of students, faculty and alumni from the University of the Philippines.