Despite the challenges of adapting to a virtual setting, PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp: Music Breaking Borders has successfully integrated strategic innovations to its curriculum that would help aspiring singer-songwriters enhance their skillset and be part of a progressive learning experience.
October 11, 2021
PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp integrates workshop-based approach to this year’s virtual edition
Despite the challenges of adapting to a virtual setting, PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp: Music Breaking Borders has successfully integrated strategic innovations to its curriculum that would help aspiring singer-songwriters enhance their skillset and be part of a progressive learning experience.
May 12, 2021
PhilPop 2021 adapts to the new normal with digital songwriting bootcamp
PhilPop returns this year with a digital bootcamp that puts a spotlight on up-and-coming songwriters and composers in the Philippines.
Now ready to implement a more inclusive but intensive approach to mentorship and training, the country’s premier songwriting institution will be holding a 14-week program for aspiring participants to learn and further hone their skills in the field of songwriting, marketing and branding, recording and arrangement, intellectual property rights, music appreciation, and more.
Dubbed “PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp: Music Breaking Borders,” the songwriting mentorship campaign will push through in a virtual setting to adapt to the new normal and offer a positive learning experience for attendees even at the comforts of their home.
With the challenges of mounting a bootcamp in the time of pandemic, PhilPop remains committed in being at the forefront of empowering the future generation of recording stars and industry professionals, and ensure that these dreams and aspirations are not halted even by unfavorable circumstances. “We decided to carry on with the camp because we feel, more than ever, now is the perfect time to reach out to a lot of songwriters who are constrained at home due to the pandemic, PhilPop Executive Director Dinah Remolacio said in a statement. “Artists are becoming more productive and creative at home, and we believe that the digital sphere will enable PhilPop to reach these special group of people who want to further educate themselves and who want to be mentored in pursuing their dreams.”
PhilPop Program and Marketing Manager Gab Cabangon explains that apart from the technical requirements such as preparing and updating the website for the DigiCamp, PhilPop is also collaborating with some of the coaches and partners in creating a music curriculum and program suited to a virtual environment. “This includes developing pre-recorded lectures, brainstorming exercises that can be done online, and identifying the ideal session format for each topic. Teaching and mentoring online requires a shift in how we approach the camp this year.”
This year’s coaches, mentors, speakers, and consultants include some of the biggest names in the music industry such as Ryan Cayabyab, Noel Cabangon, Thyro Alfaro, Marlon Barnuevo, Trina Belamide, Jungee Marcelo, Ben&Ben’s Paolo and Miguel Guico, and more.
Apart from the transition from a physical camp to a digital camp, Gab Cabangon takes pride of PhilPop’s more expansive programming that were not included in the previous iteration of the songwriting workshop. He shares, “The DigiCamp this year will also include benefits such as music production and music release opportunities for fellows who participate in this program. Lastly, there’s going to be a lot more concrete outputs that will be expected from the songwriters who will apply for this program.”
For those who want to be part of this year’s PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp: Music Breaking Borders, log on to PhilPop’s official site to register. Application period starts from May 7 to June 25, 2021.
The digital songwriting bootcamp application is open to all Filipinos 16 years old and above before June 9, 2021. Applicant must have a Smart mobile number for log-in purposes and special announcements. Basic music and songwriting knowledge is a must.
Those who are interested to join should be a Filipino citizen and must have sufficient wi-fi capabilities for all online activities.
PhilPop 2021 DigiCamp: Music Breaking Borders is an initiative of the PhilPop Music Foundation, chaired by Mr. Manny V. Pangilinan. This year's virtual event is co-presented by MAYNILAD, SMART, MULTISYS, TUNECORE and BELIEVE.
April 25, 2021
Catriona Gray, Noel Cabangon, Juris, Keiko Necesario and more artists join forces in the star-studded “Bagani” music video
Several
Filipino artists from all over the country have banded together to record “Bagani,”
the official theme song to celebrate the 500th year anniversary of Victory of
Mactan and the Philippines’ role in the first circumnavigation of the world.
The music
video, which is officially out today, Friday at 8:00 PM, features an all-star
performance from an ensemble put together by PhilPop and The National
Quincentennial Committee, with the help of Jude Gitamondoc of Kadasig and
Jeremy Sarmiento of MinPop.
All-star ensemble
Lending their participation to the special project are award-winning singers, acclaimed musicians, Warner Music Philippines artists, and PhilPop finalists: Noel Cabangon, Bayang Barrios, Catriona Gray, Juris, Adelle Yu, Joemark Tumala, Jetz Tacsanan, Archie Udaundo, Chud Festejo, Ferdinand Aragon, Anthony Paeldo, Paul Pablo, Reanne Borela, Noah Alejandre, Ian Dumaplin, Angelic Mateo, Abegail Esteban, Kurt Fick, Jewel Villaflores, Kulas Basilonia, Jacky Chang, Kenneth Corvera, Nicole Asensio, Kier Franco, Nino Mas, Fernando Silva, Ava Canaceli, Giarell Apolona, Michael Cadoy, Enrique Gallardo, Novie Grace Jayme, Kenneth Reodica, Ed Miraflor Jr., Roel Rostata, Pio Dumayas, Mikhail Cansicio, Mark Armas, Michael Catarina, Juliet Bahala, Paolo Campos, Keiko Necesario, Rox Omilda, Zsaris, Dulce, Leanne Mamonong, Naara Acueza, JJ Pimpinio, Anthony Castillo, Sud Ballacer, Bayang Barrios and Nyoy Volante.
Aside from the
appearances of more than 50 artists, who took their time recording and filming
themselves in makeshift studios remotely or at home, the music video helmed by
Josh Olasiman, also includes various footage from Medical City c/o Kevin
Tristan A. Espiritu, and documentary films such as Jose Rizal sa Landas ng
Paglaya and May Pagasa ang Bantayog ni Andres Bonifacio.
Honoring
solidarity and bayanihan spirit during tough times
According to
its chief songwriter, Roel Rostata the track was written as a response to the
growing challenges that the Filipino people are experiencing during the time of
the pandemic, and how important it is repurpose music as a vessel to champion
resiliency and bayanihan spirit. “There's no other way to rise above and
make it through this pandemic other than working together,” Rostata shares in a
statement. “Bagani encourages the
listeners to turn fears and doubts to hope and healing, to manifest dreams into
reality and to embrace victory. The song also encourages listeners to be part
of the solution despite all the negativity and problems.”
“Bagani” is a
by-product of PhilPop Bootcamp 2019, an initiative that aims to empower the
next generations of contemporary Filipino singer-songwriters. PhilPop Executive
Director Dinah Remolacio shares that the song was recorded for the
Quincentennial celebration, but its inherent meaning has expanded into honoring
our collective optimism and teamwork to rebuild the nation, and bring to light
stories of optimism and resilience. “Eventually, the song became larger than
what it was originally intended for,” Remolacio shares. “It triggers a strong
commitment to the past and our future. It evokes strength and at the same time—
solidarity.”
As part of the
multiple virtual celebrations commemorating an important milestone in
Philippine and global history, the music video marks the partnership between NQC
and PhilPop to mark the 500th anniversary of Victory of Mactan in 2021.
Under the
partnership agreement, the country’s premier songwriting competition serves as
the screening committee responsible for picking the official theme song, as
well as co-producing its official music video with Warner Music Philippines.
The official
music video of “Bagani”
is out now.