Photo Memories of the "On Wings of Song" Concert in Washington, D.C.

On November 17, 2000, my wife and I hosted two singers from the On Wings of Song concert held in Washington DC. I have almost forgotten this memorable event in our social life in the Washington DC area. But last week, after I was befriended by Jonathan Badon in FaceBook, pleasant memories of this concert inspired me to post the following pictures in this blog.

For those of you who have not heard of the "On Wings of Song 2000": It was a tour of the Music Theater Foundation of the Philippines(MTFP). It aimed to foster Filipino cultural awareness with a scripted concert tracing the history of the Philippines through choreographed songs. This concert showcased six of Philippines finest musical talents, singing excerpts from classical opera, Broadway, Kundiman, folk songs and Pop Music. It was headed by Fides Cuyugan Asensio. The singers were Jonathan Badon(tenor), Lorna Llames(soprano), Bituin Domicel (soprano), Nova Ramirez( mezzo Soprano, and Marvin Gayramon ( baritone). The show was directed by Paul Morales.
Members of the Committee and Host Families
Summary of the Repertoire
Post Concert Reception at the residence of the Philippine Ambassador-Maceda
Welcome Dinner at our Residence in Silver Spring, Maryland
The singers at the Finale singing Time to Say Good Bye
Dinner Reception at Ambassador Maceda Residence after the concertLorna Llames welcomed by Maceda and the Group Picture
At the Ambassador Residence after the Dinner Reception

Brochure and News Clipping after the Concert