Legacy: Music For Silliman’s Bicentennial

Celebrate two centuries of musical heritage in “Legacy: Music for Silliman’s Bicentennial,” a dazzling concert film that honors the 200th Birth Anniversary of Dr. Horace B. Silliman. This grand night showcases the world‑class Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra led by Maestro Herminigildo Ranera, alongside stellar guest performers James Alkene Lamuna, Julia Faith Joaquin, and soprano Katrina Saga. The program blends classical masterpieces with contemporary Filipino icons, featuring highlights such as James Christensen’s “Season’s Greetings,” Tchaikovsky’s “The Nutcracker Suite – March from ‘Danses Caractéristiques’,” Leroy Anderson’s “Sleigh Ride” and “Serenata,” Ryan Cayabyab’s original compositions “Kumukutikutitap,” “Usahay,” and “Si Filemon,” and the spirited “Osorio Pinoy Rock Medley” by Ria Villena. Interludes bring fresh energy with arrangements by Cayabyab and Gabriel Art Mendoza, while cinematic scores by Klaus Badelt (“Pirates of the Caribbean”), Lalo Schifrin (“Mission: Impossible”), and John Williams (“Superman”) illuminate the performance. Encore moments feature timeless operatic arias—Vincenzo Bellini’s “Casta Diva” from *Norma*, Giacomo Puccini’s “Quando m’en vo’” from *La Bohème*, and the soaring “José Mari Chan Christmas Medley”—as well as Beatles’ holiday classics and the festive “Paskong Pinoy” known across the Philippines. This film delivers the full experience of a night dedicated to artistry, heritage, and the enduring legacy that continues to inspire. Join us for world‑class music, unforgettable moments, and a celebration of Silliman’s enduring impact on Philippine culture.