Alay kay Baguio: Happy 105 Baguio City
Staying true to the idea that Baguio is the melting pot of talent and culture, the local artists of Baguio in collaboration with the community has presented one of the most memorable Baguio City Day events in the history of Baguio.
The Baguio Day 105 celebration was described as light, flowing and positive.
Artist-musician Job Vezh, in collaboration with Illi-lika Artist assumption artists and Team #Espasyo, an emerging group of artists have collaborated to present what could be one of simplest and yet most inspiring event for Baguio Day.
The day, started out with various group communities like the LGBT ( Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgenders) community with Metropolitan Community of Baguio, with Rainbow Bar owner Bootz Yabut and Myke Sotero and Gregory Rugay.
Musicians from local bands Dready Eye with lead vocalist Gail Paolo Khasyt and band members from Stalkies along with other artists from Espasyo like Tzar Umang , Ivy Buenaobra, Alex Milanes and Jake Espiritu and Bergs Bergonia have all contributed in making sure that the tree planting event will push through.
The tree planting was held at Buyog Watershed, Barangay Pinget, and around 150 people attended the event including artist Kidlat Tahimik and musican Raffy Chan.
Kidlat Tahimik encouraged people to name the tree they are going to plant, Tatay Kidlat, as Baguio people would call him, named his tree " Inhabian", the tree foresters of DENR has encouraged Baguio artists to adapt the area, in order to make sure that it will be maintained. Buyong Watershed is one of the main water sources of Baguio, but it is also one of the most threatened area by squatters.
If Baguio artists will adapt the area, and do monthly clean-ups and tree planting projects the place can be properly protected from those who are aiming to uproot the remaining trees that provide water for the residents of Baguio.
While planting, musicians played local and indigenous instruments like the Djembe drums. Kidlat Tahimik, has invited the same tree planters to return on December 1 to check up on the trees and make sure that they will thrive.
After the tree planting entitled Alay Kay Baguio:105 as conceptualized by Job Vezh. People returned to artist Illi-likha, Assumption Road. With the help of Dr. Ron Paraan, Michelle Garcia and Peter Rey Bautista, a proper sound system was installed in Assumption Road for the use of local artists and bands, thanks to the cooperation of University of Baguio sound engineer Jun Dalino and Audio-enhance.
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The event was also made possible through the help of Baguio residents who are overseas but still do what they can for the city of Baguio like Cathy Afable, Remina Bastian-Tollet, Aida Yodong, Albert Malona to name a few.
The event started out with a simple poetry and singing performance by Children of the Cordillera, followed by a performance for nature by DKK- Cordillera, they spoke about how they want Baguio to remain...of how the children has envisioned a Baguio that takes care of its environment.
Bands like Daluion, Atty. Chris Donaal, Edralins, Dready Eye, Kadmanglayan, singers Loribel Martin, Stalkies, Negative X, Binhi, Bobby " Wuds" Balingit, and artist-dancer named Diyosa presented their music and craft at Assumption Road to the delight of the audience.
(more artists performed but randomly - although we are not able to name them all, their efforts and contributions are recognized)
Artists from Espasyo group like the Team Nat. Sci Dancers, (SNS Theatri Naturalis Artis) headed by Maui Fernando did a flash mob dance to the surprise of the audience. The crowd got even more ecstatic with the sudden contributions of the group called Maximum Parkour while the bands sang their songs.
On that same day artists like Guhit Pinas and Cosplayers from OtakuBlast and Harajukku Cosplayers have also showcased their talents at Porta Vaga and Session Road. Both of these artist groups have given their time and creativity, to make sure that people passing by on Session Road will have a good time.
The one thing that separated the event, from the other events that were done in Baguio City, is the lack of too much advertising. It was reminiscent of the first Panagbenga Community events, where local artists where given a chance to express themselves, without necessarily feeding the audience too much advertising. The community collaboration was felt during that day.
We have to give value to our local talents, to the creativity that they can bring. Artists in Baguio, using different art forms can redeem Baguio--- When people create, they get inspired- and inspiration can defeat any negative thing that can come up with their persona lives. If personal lives are fixed, a stronger and better community can be seen.
Baguio residents, have always been known to search for their own local bands.
Baguio residents have a strong support system for their local bands and prefer to watch them instead of hiring other talents from other areas.
Baguio City houses some of the best bands, musicians like Jethro Sandico have been steady in providing a number of concert and including Rap Battle and J-pop music from collaborating bands to the delight of Baguio residents every month.
The closing of Session Road and Assumption Road, also presented the idea of how beautiful Baguio could be, if the sense of place of the people could be returned.
People enjoyed that day, because people did not feel that they were threatened by cars, or pollution. People began to remember how joyful and creative Baguio talents really are and how wonderful it is to be from Baguio City.
Mabuhay ang Baguio City! Happy Birthday! Happy 105
A stronger collaboration for the city of Baguio for the Baguio Day 106 Celebration is most certainly in the works!
The Baguio Day 105 celebration was described as light, flowing and positive.
Artist-musician Job Vezh, in collaboration with Illi-lika Artist assumption artists and Team #Espasyo, an emerging group of artists have collaborated to present what could be one of simplest and yet most inspiring event for Baguio Day.
Musicians from local bands Dready Eye with lead vocalist Gail Paolo Khasyt and band members from Stalkies along with other artists from Espasyo like Tzar Umang , Ivy Buenaobra, Alex Milanes and Jake Espiritu and Bergs Bergonia have all contributed in making sure that the tree planting event will push through.
The tree planting was held at Buyog Watershed, Barangay Pinget, and around 150 people attended the event including artist Kidlat Tahimik and musican Raffy Chan.
Kidlat Tahimik encouraged people to name the tree they are going to plant, Tatay Kidlat, as Baguio people would call him, named his tree " Inhabian", the tree foresters of DENR has encouraged Baguio artists to adapt the area, in order to make sure that it will be maintained. Buyong Watershed is one of the main water sources of Baguio, but it is also one of the most threatened area by squatters.If Baguio artists will adapt the area, and do monthly clean-ups and tree planting projects the place can be properly protected from those who are aiming to uproot the remaining trees that provide water for the residents of Baguio.
While planting, musicians played local and indigenous instruments like the Djembe drums. Kidlat Tahimik, has invited the same tree planters to return on December 1 to check up on the trees and make sure that they will thrive.
After the tree planting entitled Alay Kay Baguio:105 as conceptualized by Job Vezh. People returned to artist Illi-likha, Assumption Road. With the help of Dr. Ron Paraan, Michelle Garcia and Peter Rey Bautista, a proper sound system was installed in Assumption Road for the use of local artists and bands, thanks to the cooperation of University of Baguio sound engineer Jun Dalino and Audio-enhance.
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The event was also made possible through the help of Baguio residents who are overseas but still do what they can for the city of Baguio like Cathy Afable, Remina Bastian-Tollet, Aida Yodong, Albert Malona to name a few.
The event started out with a simple poetry and singing performance by Children of the Cordillera, followed by a performance for nature by DKK- Cordillera, they spoke about how they want Baguio to remain...of how the children has envisioned a Baguio that takes care of its environment.
Bands like Daluion, Atty. Chris Donaal, Edralins, Dready Eye, Kadmanglayan, singers Loribel Martin, Stalkies, Negative X, Binhi, Bobby " Wuds" Balingit, and artist-dancer named Diyosa presented their music and craft at Assumption Road to the delight of the audience.
(more artists performed but randomly - although we are not able to name them all, their efforts and contributions are recognized)
Artists from Espasyo group like the Team Nat. Sci Dancers, (SNS Theatri Naturalis Artis) headed by Maui Fernando did a flash mob dance to the surprise of the audience. The crowd got even more ecstatic with the sudden contributions of the group called Maximum Parkour while the bands sang their songs.
On that same day artists like Guhit Pinas and Cosplayers from OtakuBlast and Harajukku Cosplayers have also showcased their talents at Porta Vaga and Session Road. Both of these artist groups have given their time and creativity, to make sure that people passing by on Session Road will have a good time.
The one thing that separated the event, from the other events that were done in Baguio City, is the lack of too much advertising. It was reminiscent of the first Panagbenga Community events, where local artists where given a chance to express themselves, without necessarily feeding the audience too much advertising. The community collaboration was felt during that day.
We have to give value to our local talents, to the creativity that they can bring. Artists in Baguio, using different art forms can redeem Baguio--- When people create, they get inspired- and inspiration can defeat any negative thing that can come up with their persona lives. If personal lives are fixed, a stronger and better community can be seen.
Baguio residents have a strong support system for their local bands and prefer to watch them instead of hiring other talents from other areas.
Baguio City houses some of the best bands, musicians like Jethro Sandico have been steady in providing a number of concert and including Rap Battle and J-pop music from collaborating bands to the delight of Baguio residents every month.
The closing of Session Road and Assumption Road, also presented the idea of how beautiful Baguio could be, if the sense of place of the people could be returned.
People enjoyed that day, because people did not feel that they were threatened by cars, or pollution. People began to remember how joyful and creative Baguio talents really are and how wonderful it is to be from Baguio City.
Mabuhay ang Baguio City! Happy Birthday! Happy 105
A stronger collaboration for the city of Baguio for the Baguio Day 106 Celebration is most certainly in the works!