Some of the biggest names in Manila’s jazz circuit will perform at Arya Plaza in Bonifacio Global City this month dubbed “Arya Rhythms.” The series of gigs is part of the Philippine International Jazz and Arts Festival 2017.
There’s good reason to fly to Bacolod next week: six artists, led by an acclaimed Swedish saxophonist and five exciting Filipino acts, compose the lineup at the 2017 Bacolod Jazz Festival to be held Feb. 17 at the La Proa Ballroom of L’Fisher Hotel.
Dreaming big is an understatement. Jazz musician and composer Tay Cher Siang wants to reach for the stars.
Sofitel Philippine Plaza officially welcomed the holiday season by lighting up its 30-foot Christmas tree during a recent reception held at the hotel’s Le Bar area.
Instituto Cervantes de Manila and the Embassy of Spain will present “Queremos Tanto a Julio,” a jazz tribute to Latin American writer Julio Cortázar, on Aug. 26, 5 p.m., at the Leong Hall roofdeck of Ateneo de Manila University, Katipunan Avenue, Quezon City.
In a quiet, tree-lined suburb of New York City sits an unassuming brick ranch house that many musicians consider hallowed ground.
Outgoing American Ambassador Harry K. Thomas Jr. loves music, particularly jazz. During a jazz festival, he was sighted with a dusky, voluptuous Filipina with a tattoo who leaned against his shoulder.
