ASOP Music Festival presents Songwriting Competition Grand Finals night on November 11

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The Only Praise Songwriting Competition To Set Its 7thFinals

Inspirational hymns are set to echo inside the country’s premier performing arts venue as the 7-year longstanding praise songwriting competition A Song of Praise (ASOP) Music Festival will stage its Grand Finals night on November 11, Sunday at 7 PM in New Frontier Theater, Araneta Center CubaoQuezon City.

Twelve musical masterpieces from monthly winners startingNovember 2017, will vie for the “Song of the Year” grand titleof the 2017 awardee of PMPC’s Star Awards for “Best Talent Search Program.”

Five of the twelve finalists are returnees in this year’s competition namely Rommel Gojo (2013), Oliver Narag (2015), LJ Manzano (2016), Emmanuel Lipio Jr. (2017) and Joyner Dizon (2017).

At stake for the grand winner is half million pesos cash prize (tax free) while non-winning entries will each receive Php20,000 as consolation prize. Two special awards will also be picked and will both receive Php50,000, the Best Interpreter Award and People’s Choice Award.

The People’s Choice Award voting starts at 9 in the evening today until 12 noon of November 11, just visit https://www.asoptv.com/poll to vote once per day using your Facebook and Twitter accounts.

This year’s grand finals’ entries comprise of the following:

JANUARY

“MAGPATULOY SA MABUTING PAGGAWA”

COMPOSER: FEBS COLIBAO

INTERPRETER: GIAN MAGDANGAL

FEBRUARY

“’WAG KANG BIBITIW”

COMPOSER: OLIVER NARAG

INTERPRETER: JESSA MAE GABON

MARCH

“GOD IS WITH US”

COMPOSER: EMMANUEL LIPIO JR.

INTERPRETER: CELLO NUNEZ 

APRIL

“SALAMAT PANGINOON”

COMPOSERS: ELMAR JAN BOLANO AND REX TORREMORO

MAY

“PAGBABALIK”

COMPOSER: JOEL JABELOSA

INTERPRETER: MARCELITO POMOY

JUNE

“HILING”

COMPOSER: JEFFREY LIM

INTERPRETER: PLETHORA

JULY

“MAKIKITA KITA”

COMPOSER: JOYNER DIZON

INTERPRETER: DAN BILLANO

AUGUST

“BANAL MONG SALITA”

COMPOSER: LJ MANZANO

INTERPRETER: MARK MICHAEL GARCIA

SEPTEMBER

“TUGTOG”

COMPOSER: JOHN PAUL SALAZAR

INTERPRETER: BRADZ

OCTOBER

“'DI NA 'KO AAWIT”

COMPOSER: ROMMEL GOJO

INTERPRETER: HANS DIMAYUGA

NOVEMBER

“ISANG MILYONG PASASALAMAT”

COMPOSER: EDWARD SALDE

INTERPRETER: LEAH PATRICIO

DECEMBER

“BINAGO MO AKO”

COMPOSER: JETT VILLAREAL

INTERPRETER: DARYL ONG

Conceptualized and created for television by Breakthrough and Milestones Productions International, Inc. (BMPI) President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kuya Daniel Razon, the ASOP Music Festival aims to encourage amateur and professional songwriters in praising our Almighty God through music.

For more information about ASOP Music Festival, visit its official website at https://www.asoptv.com. 

You can follow ASOP on Facebook via facebook.com/asop.untv and Twitter at twitter.com/asoptv.

A Song Of Praise Music Festival - Year 4

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A Song of Praise or ASOP Music Festival, Year 4 is here once again,  your one and only favorite praise song writing competition on the television. 

Twelve new songs, the cream of the crop, were chosen to be performed onstage by multi-talented and acclaimed Filipino singers at the grand finals night!

The event is an assortment of novice and experienced composers once again. Even first-time songwriters, who joined the competition at the drop of a hat, had reached the finals round! Some of them are professionals and others are amateurs presented at the press conference held at Elements in Centris.

Here are the songs to be watched out for onstage:

- “DINGGIN MO, OH DIOS” composed by Cris Bautista, interpreted by Reymond Sajor

- "ALABOK" composed by Jesmer Marquez, interpreted by Jeffrey Hidalgo

- "SABIK SA’YO" composed by Joseph Bolinas, interpreted by Ney Dimaculangan

- "WALANG HANGGAN" composed by Benedict Sy, interpreted by Maki Ricafort

- "JESUS, I LOVE YOU" composed by Timothy Joseph Cardona, interpreted by RJ Buena

- "MAHAL MO AKO" composed by Maria Loida Estrada, interpreted Sabrina

- "KUNG PAG-IBIG MO'Y ULAN" composed by Christian Malinias, interpreted by Leah Patricio

- "DAKILA KA AMA" composed by Ella Mae Septimo, interpreted by Ruth Regine Reyno

- "IKAW NA LANG MAG-DRIVE NG BUHAY KO" composed by Rolan Delfin, interpreted by Betong Sumaya

- "PAHINTULUTAN MO" composed by Leonardo de Jesus III, interpreted by Philippe Go

- "SALAMAT PO, AMA" composed by Dennis Roxas, interpreted by Jojo Alejar

- "PAKAMAMAHALIN DIN KITA" composed by Dennis Avenido, interpreted by Nino Alejandro

Respected names in the music and entertainment industry have graciously accepted the role of giving their insights and critique for each of the song. They are Ryan Cayabyab, Celeste Legaspi, Mon del Rosario, Jungee Marcelo, Jett Pangan, and Lachmi Baviera.

The prizes at stake are:

100 thousand pesos for the 3rd runner-up song.

150 thousand pesos for the 2nd runner-up song.

250 thousand pesos for the 1st runner-up song.

and 500 thousand pesos for the "Song of the Year"!

The best interpreter will also bag a prize of 50 thousand pesos.

ASOP Music Festival Year 4 Grand Finals night is on October 13, 2015, at 6pm, at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum.

"Viva Señor Jesus Nazareno!" Feast of Black Nazarene 2014

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"Viva Señor Jesus Nazareno!"

The Feast of Black Nazarene, annual event every January 9th. It commemorates the 'Traslación' or Passage of life-sized, dark wooden statue of Jesus Christ through procession or transfer of the image to its present shrine in Quiapo Church, Manila.

Highlight of the celebration is the grand procession of sea of devotees from Quirino Grandstand at seven in the morning.

(Photo: Jim Guiao Punzalan)

The organizers said that an estimate of 12 million people are expected to join the activities for  the Feast of Black Nazarene.

MMDA releases Feast of Black Nazarene 2014 procession route, traffic rerouting scheme. Since the procession will not pass through the usual route, McArthur Bridge, which the Department of Public Works and Highways said is only fit to handle 20 tons or 10,000 people at any given time, the procession is expected to last 10 to 12 hours.

Here's a map detailing the parade route of the annual procession for the Feast of Black Nazarene 2014:

Route from Quirino Grandstand (Luneta), right Katigbak Drive thru P. Burgos, left Taft Ave.(P.Burgos) thru McArthur Bridge, right Palanca, thru under Quezon Bridge, left Quezon Blvd., right Fraternal, right Vergara, left Duque de Alba, left Castillejos, left farnecio, right Arlegui, left Nepomuceno, left Aguila, right Carcer, right Hidalgo thru Plaza Del Carmen, left Bilibid Viejo thru Puyat, left Guzman, right Hidalgo, left Barbosa, right Globo de Oro thru under Quezon Bridge, right Palanca, right Villalobos thru Plaza Miranda to Quiapo Church.

Here are the Traffic Re-routing scheme for Feast of Black Nazarene 2014:

1. All vehicles coming from northern part of Manila intending to utilize the stretch of Bonifacio Drive (for Port Area offices) or right to A. Soriano to Magallanes Drive, right to P. Burgos, go straight to Lagusnilad to Taft Ave.

2. All vehicles coming from Taft Avenue northbound shall turn right at A. Villegas (Arroceros), right at Quezon Bridge to point of destination.

3. All vehicles coming from southern part of Manila intending to utilize the northbound of Roxas Blvd. from T. M. Kalaw to P. Burgos shall turn right to T.M. Kalaw to point of destination.

4. All vehicles coming from Quezon City using the stretch of Espana shall turn right P. Campa, left Andalucia, right Fuguso, left T. Mapua to point of destination.

5. All PUJ’s/light vehicles coming from Espana intending to proceed to South Pier Zone take the usual route using Quezon Bridge.

6. All vehicles coming from Divisoria intending to utilize the stretch of C. Recto Avenue shall turn left to T. Alonzo, right at Furguso, right at Andalucia to point of destination.

7. All vehicles coming from Legarda shall turn right Recto or left Mendiola to point of destination.

8. All heavy vehicles/cargo trucks coming from the south shall take Pres. Osmena, right Pres. Quirino to Nagtahan via A.H. Lacson to Capulong (vice-versa).

Some notes from MMDA:

1. All motorist intending to proceed to North of Manila or South of Manila shall advise to utilized the stretch of Lacson to Nagtahan (vice-versa) or to utilized the stretch of Road 10 to Roxas Blvd. (vice-versa) to point of destination.

2. All buses coming from southern part of Manila (Laguna and Cavite) utilizing Taft Ave. are not allowed to enter from 7:00 AM to 12:00 NN and allowed only up to Pres. Quirino as their turning point. #mmda 

THE Manila City Council has declared January 9, the Feast of the Black Nazarene, a special non-working holiday in the city.

A resolution passed on first reading by the council said the feast would highlight the “religious significance and cultural importance of the Feast of the Black Nazarene” and that there is truly a need to “preserve, enshrine, and promote its observance, commemoration, and celebration in the City of Manila.”

Councilor DJ Bagatsing who authored the ordinance, said that it is essentially sound for Manila to propose a local holiday on the Feast of Black Nazarene. 

“This would give loyal worshippers a better chance of engaging in this sacred tradition,” Councilor DJ Bagatsing added.

The city had earlier announced the suspension of classes on Thursday to spare students from being stranded because of the expected deluge of devotees. 

Barefoot devotees will again be allowed in trains, according to the Light Rail Transit Authority (LRTA). LRT rides will not be free and security inspections will continue. He said the number of LRT commuters doubles during the Feast of the Black Nazarene.

The traditional “pahalik” of the Black Nazarene had already started after the venerated image was transferred to Quirino Grandstand Monday evening.

Relive The Greatest Ever Story Told Through Superbook!

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The long wait is finally over the day we"ve all been waiting for has come. Get ready to relive the greatest adventure of all time.

Superbook airs pilot episode on GMA this June. Do the names Gizmo, Chris and Joy ring a bell? Were you an avid fan of the Superbook TV series or a member of the Superkids Club? Or is it your first time to hear about Superbook? Whether you’re a first timer or a long-time fan, we've got great news for you!

The phenomenal 1980’s animation we love is back! Get ready as Christian Broadcasting Network (CBN) brings you an all-new Superbook. Once more, viewers will experience a one of kind journey with triple the excitement.

The Superbook creations aims to contribute content to children's television / online / communication landscape. As children and their parents watch Superbook episodes together, interaction and discussion will be encouraged.

Superbook episodes will higlight values and emphasize the importance of being God-fearing, morally upright, and excellent citizens.

On June 1, 2013, the new Superbook’s pilot episode “In the Beginning” will air at 7:30 a.m. on GMA 7. In addition, Superbook Classic episodes will air every Sunday, starting June 2 at 7:30 a.m. also on GMA.

What started as an animated Bible series for children in Japan is now a world-class animation production. Since its first airing in Japan, the Superbook series has now been broadcasted in over 106 countries, translated into 43 languages and has been viewed by over a half billion people.

And to keep up with today’s new storytelling technology, the original series has been improved to match this media-savvy generation. To address this challenge, CBN, together with top Hollywood producers, animators, and directors, put their minds together and as a result: a relived, reinvented, and reimagined Superbook.

“Our goal is not only to produce a child-friendly program, but more importantly, a child-focused show for this generation to digest. Superbook aims to capture the hearts of the children of today. In addition, even the parents will enjoy and learn from it. It’s a perfect bonding activity for families,” says Icko Gonzalez, Superbook Project Head in the Philippines.

As Gonzalez puts it, “The new Superbook is for the NOW generation.”

So are you ready to experience the greatest adventure ever written and told? Mark your calendars, save the date and spread the news. 

Beginning June 1, watch Superbook on Saturdays and Sundays on GMA, 7:30 a.m. Support Superbook and be part of the NOW GENERATION.

Enjoy the wonderful world of Superbook ! 

More photos @ Facebook. Some photos from Superbook/CBN Asia. 

Don Moen Project.com --- Bandpage, a wonderful morning, beautiful songs

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I woke up early this morning . One of the joys in life is waking up each day smiling. And thankful for the blessings.  A beautiful morning is a welcome to a new day. A beautiful way to begin  is of course having a cup of coffee or hot chocolate, a breakfast with the family and beautiful songs to listen.  

Now that I am a facebook lover , I choose to listen to a beautiful music and songs of Don Moen. I listen to Don Moen (Praise &  Worship Leader). Don Moen Project.Com. This is the Band Page. I started play the track with "Thank You Lord."

The Playlist

Rescue

Arise

Savior King

God Will Make A Way

Mi Corazon

Two Hands, One Heart

Our Father

I Will Sing

You Make Me Lie Down in Green Pastures

I Offer My Life

God is Good All The Time

Pointer of the Sky

Be Praised

Hiding Place

When It’s All Been Said and Done

All We Like Sheep

Your Steadfast Love

Hear Us From Heaven

Be Lifted Up

Lord We’ve Come To Worship

Celebrate Jesus

Give Thanks

For All You’ve Done

I really like listening to Don Moen , an American Christian singer , song writer and producer of Christian worship music.  He is a worship leader. He is famously known for many praise songs such as Give Thanks, Thank You Lord, God is Good All the Time,  Hiding Place, Heal Me Oh Lord….one of my favorite is God Will Make a Way.

Years back, Don Moen visited the Philippines . He had held many God – worship concerts. I remember we watched him in Araneta Coliseum when he spread God’s healing words sometime  year 2007.  It was attended by thousands of people, Filipinos and many people all races, to sing and dance with him hearing his wonderful songs.  I saw many Christians and Catholics. And I am inspired because Don Moen continues to spread God’s word by creating meaningful and uplifting songs that help strengthen people’s faith.

Thanks God ! Let's sing everyday !