The CompanY’s everlasting love 

By Isah V. Red 

The country’s premier vocal group, The CompanY, headlines its own pre-Valentine concert billed An Everlasting Love on Feb. 9 at the Ballroom of the Hyatt Hotel and Casino.

The group will be doing all of its original hits, like “Everlasting Love,” “Now That I Have You,” “Muntik Na Kitang Minahal,” “Pakisabi Na Lang” and “Special Memory,” among others.

Other numbers to look forward to are a comedic operetta of The Black Eyed Peas’ hit “My Humps” and some bossa nova a capella numbers, classic standards and Broadway tunes.

Tickets to An Everlasting Love are priced at P2,000 (with a cocktail buffet) and are available at Ticketnet (911-5555) and National Bookstore Ticketworld (891-9999) outlets.

For inquiries, call Live Artists Production at 433-9164, 920-2643 or 926-0556, the Casino Filipino Hyatt at 242-6397, and the Hyatt Hotel and Casino at 247-8643.

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By Nestor Torre
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Last updated 05:02am (Mla time) 02/02/2007
 

'An Everlasting Love’

The CompanY performs in its pre-Valentine concert, “An Everlasting Love,” on Feb. 9 at the ballroom of Hyatt Hotel and Casino. The popular singing group will do its original hits, plus some bossa nova numbers done acapella, classic standards, songs from musicals, and a comedic operetta staging of the Black-Eyed Peas’ “My Humps.” Call 433-9164 or 247-8643.

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Billy Balbastro

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VALENTINE SHOWS: The Company headline its own pre-Valentine concert, An Everlasting Love, on Feb. 9 at the Ballroom of the Hyatt Hotel and Casino.

The group will be doing all of its original hits, like Everlasting Love, Now That I Have You, Muntik Na Kitang Minahal, Pakisabi Na Lang and Special Memory, among others.

Others number to look forward to are a comedic operetta of the Black Eyed Peas’ hit My Humps. Plus bossa nova acapella numbers, classic standards and Broadway tunes.

Tickets at P2,000 each (with a cocktail buffet) are available. Just call up Live Artists Productions at 433-9164 or 926-0556.

http://www.abante.com.ph/issue/feb0507/main.htm

The CompanY starts 2007 on high note with many shows! 

The country’s premier vocal group; The CompanY, starts 2007 on a high note with several performances around the country, recording their 17th album release and being part of the Philippine delegation in the 2007 Jakarta Jazz Festival in Indonesia.

Today, Feb. 7 and tomorrow, the group will be the special guest artist of Ms. Agot Isidro’s Music Museum concert entitled "Back To Basics." The group will be performing a cappella Brazilian music culled from Agot’s bossa album entitled "The Island" (Holiday Records). "Back To Basics" is produced by United MultiArt Productions inc. (UMPI).

On Feb. 9, The CompanY stages their pre–Valentine show entitled "An Everlasting Love" at the grand ballroom of Hyatt Hotel and Casino at the corner of M. H. del Pilar and Pedro Gil, Malate. Produced by Live Artist Entertainment, the group will be treating their audience to an entertaining evening. They will render their original hits from their multi–awarded albums, witty and clever a cappella show stoppers, rib–tickling novelty and comedic numbers, rearranged pop classics, vocal jazz ditties, Broadway highlights, timeless standards and more. Musical director for this show is Jorge San Jose. Tickets are available at Ticketnet (tel. 911-5555), all SM outlets, Hyatt Hotel and Casino (tel. 2478643).

On Feb. 10, the Philippine Pediatric Society (Southern Tagalog chapter) led by Dr. Benny Atienza will produce a pre–Valentine show entitled "Valentine CompanY." This concert performance will be held at the Culture and Arts Building of the University of Batangas located at Hilltop, Batangas City. On Feb. 13, The CompanY performs at Tiendesitas Fontera Verde in Pasig. Performance starts at 9:30 p.m. Musical Director for this show is Ms.Beth Martin.

On Valentine’s Day, The CompanY performs at Iloilo’s newly opened world class venue – The Centennial Resort Hotel and Convention Center in Jaro. The group will be staging their Valentine concert entitled "An Everlasting Love." Musical director for this show is also Ms. Martin.

Currently, The CompanY is also working on their 17th album entitled "The Summer of Bossa" (Viva Records). A major release of Viva Records for the first week of April 2007, this is actually a Brazilian–themed album that will not only feature Brazil’s most popular subgenre, the bossa nova, but other exotic and undiscovered rhythms. The CompanY is also experimenting on new hybrid subgenres for the first time – like acoustic house music (i.e. a Brazilian acoustic version of Hed Kandi). It is the aim of this album to interpret beautiful pop classics from different eras (i.e. the 1970’s to the 2000’s) and give it a Brazilian twist. This album will feature the Brazilian groups Aquarella and Guarana with Ms. Eileen Sison. "The Summer of Bossa" is produced by The CompanY’s artistic director, Moy Ortiz.

The CompanY is also eagerly looking forward to their participation in the 2007 Jakarta Jazz Music Festival. Alongside other world-class Filipino talents (i.e. Mon David, Verni Varga and Richard Merck), The CompanY will showcase their vocal jazz chops in one of the most prestigious jazz festivals in Asia.

Other big projects for 2007 include an Australian concert tour, a vocal performance workshop and master class in April and a big band concert at the Main Theater of the CCP on Oct. 13, 2007.

The year 2006 was a banner year for the country’s premier vocal group. For the first time in its 21-year career, The CompanY became a part of a TV series that subsequently became a highly rated global phenomenon. As part of the vocal and performance faculty of ABS-CBN’s talent search/reality TV daily show – Pinoy Dream Academy – members of The CompanY shared their musical and performance expertise with the Final 20 scholars handpicked from all over the world. Pinoy Dream Academy aired every single day for 16 consecutive weeks. The CompanY’s releases in 2006 proved to be big commercial and critical successes as well.

If the first quarter is any indicationof the year that’s in store for this group, looks like the CompanY is in for another banner year this 2007. For more information and details on The CompanY please visit www.thecompanysingers.com

The CompanY, handled by Boy Abunda’s Backroom, Inc., is composed of Annie Quintos, Moy Ortiz, Cecile Bautista, Sweet Plantado and Jay Marquez.

http://www.mb.com.ph/ENTR2007020786485.html

Jerry Olea

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Ngayong gabi na ang concert na An Everlasting Love: The CompanY sa Ballroom ng Hyatt Hotel and Casino.

Kakantahin nina Moy Ortiz, Annie Quintos, Sweet Plantado, Cecille Bautista at Jay Marquez ang kanilang original hits, bossa nova songs, romantic standards at Broadway favorites.

Ang tiket ay nagkakahalaga ng P2,000, inclusive of a cocktail buffet.

For details, call Hyatt Hotel and Casino (247-8643), Casino Filipino Hyatt (242-6397) or Live Artists Productions (433-9164, 920-2643, 926-0556).

http://www.abante-tonite.com/issue/feb0907/main.htm

The CompanY and UMPI holds Performing Arts Workshops 

The country’s premier vocal group, The CompanY, together with United Multi–Art Productions Inc. (UMPI), headed by singer–record producer Eugene Villauz, will be offering various Performing Arts Workshops beginning April 16, 2007 at the UMPI offices located at G/F of WAH Phils. Bldg. 1321 E. Rodriguez Sr. Ave., Quezon City.

Workshops initially offered are: Children’s Vocal Performance Workshop (for children ages 8 to 12), Teeners’ Vocal Performance Workshop (for teenagers from 13 to 17), Adult Vocal Performance Workshop (for adults 18 years old and above) and Group Vocal Harmony Workshop (open to vocal groups with a minimum of three members, choirs, bands, etc. All summer music workshops will be personally handled by a member of The CompanY who can offer invaluable insights into the real nuts and bolts of giving one’s best performance.

The workshops will take place for six weeks (frequency of three classes a week) starting April 16 up to May 27. These workshops will provide intensive, high quality musical and stage instructions within the confines of a safe, creative and nurturing environment. A recital based on material the students have studied and selected will be presented at the culmination of the workshop. This performance will be open to the public. Furthermore, a commemorative CD shall be produced for those performing at the recital.

On the heels of the highly successful reality TV/ talent search show, "Pinoy Dream Academy Season 1," The CompanY (composed of Annie Quintos, Moy Ortiz, Cecile Bautista, Sweet Plantado and Jay Marquez) once again shares their musical and performance know-how with students who are enthusiastic and passionate in the performing arts. However, this is not the first time that the members of The CompanY were involved in the field of artist development. For many years now, members of The CompanY have been part of the vocal faculty of the prestigious learning institutions like Ryan Cayabyab The Music Studio and Trumpets. The CompanY has been involved with the training and development of such successful acts like the 14K, Smokey Mountain and many other professional solo and group artists.

Last year, The CompanY released a DVD/CD kit entitled "Sing Like A Champion – A Vocal Warm Up and Work Out." The group’s special guests on this DVD were no less than the true and certified A-list singing champions namely: Sarah Geronimo, Rachelle Ann Go and Mark Bautista.

Currently, The CompanY is also in production with their 17th album release entitled "Destination: Bossa," a completely Brazilian themed album.

For inquiries, application and registration to the 2007 Performing Arts Workshop, contact UMPI at tel. nos. 412-3403 or 415-8085 and look for Ronald Sacramento or Lei Rivera.

http://www.mb.com.ph/ENTR2007030188336.html

The CompanY conducts workshops
SOUNDS FAMILIAR By Baby A. Gil
The Philippine Star 03/05/2007 

What with kids and adults all dreaming of becoming singing champions these days, here is something that might help them get closer to their goals. The CompanY and United MultiArt Productions, Inc. (UMPI) offer various Performing Arts Workshops beginning April 16, three times a week until May 27 at the UMPI offices at the ground floor of the WAH Phil. Building, 1321 E. Rodriguez Sr. Ave., QC.

Workshops offered are: Children’s Vocal Performance for kids ages 8 to 12 years old; Teeners Vocal Performance for ages 13 to 17 years old; Adult Vocal Performance for 18 years old and above; and Group Vocal Harmony Workshop which is open to vocal groups like choirs or bands with a minimum of three members. All workshops will be conducted by a member of The CompanY.

The CompanY was part of the showbiz professionals tasked to train the first students of the Pinoy Dream Academy. They also recently released Sing Like a Champion, A Vocal Warm Up and Work Out in a video and CD pack featuring Sarah Geronimo, Mark Bautista and Rachelle Ann Go. It prepares singers for performance through a series of tested exercises. Professionals find this very helpful and it is most enlightening for amateurs. CompanY members have also been part of learning institutions like The Ryan Cayabyab Music Studio and Trumpets. The group is set to release a new album entitled Destination: Bossa.

The workshops will end with a recital by the students, that will be recorded in a commemorative album for the performers. So, workshoppers will not only learn performing skills from The CompanY, they will also get invaluable help making that first recording.

For details, call 412-3403 or 415-8085.

http://www.philstar.com/philstar/NEWS200703051703.htm

FOR the summer of 2007, all roads lead to "Destination: Bossa," the 17th and latest album of the Philippines’ premiere vocal group, The CompanY, released under Viva Records. Fresh from their commercial and critical success with 2006’s "The Christmas Album," this time around, The CompanY takes a musical voyage exploring the varied rhythms, textures and moods of Brazilian music.

Billy Balbastro

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Backroom Artists’ summer getaway


Summer is here and it’s time to relax and head off to our favorite destination – the beaches. For Backroom artists, summer is a busy time doing various projects and shows both here and abroad.
 

Comedy Concert Queen Ai-Ai delas Alas is currently promoting her latest movie, "Ang Cute ng Ina Mo," with young stars Anne Curtis and Luis Manzano. The movie directed by Wenn Deramas is a joint project of Star Cinema and Viva Films. This will be shown in theaters starting April 7. Aside from doing corporate shows, AiAi will be in Canada and the US in June for the "Love to Laugh" tour with Ogie Alcasid.

Erik Santos, the "Prince of Pop," has his hands full of activities both here and abroad. Aside from ASAP and doing corporate shows, Erik had a back-to-back concert with Kyla at the Metrobar recently. He will have a series of shows abroad with Kuh Ledesma and Pops Fernandez starting April 19 in San Manuel Casino Hotel, Los Angeles; April 21 in Anchorage, Alaska; and April 29 in Dutch Harbor, Alaska. On May 5, Erik will grace the BPI event in SM Megamall. It’s fly time again for Erik as he performs in a BPI Free concert with True Faith and Francis M in Hong Kong June 10 and Singapore June 17.

Rufa Mae Quinto and K Brosas are busy with regular TV shows and provincial tours. Rufa Mae is a regular of "SOP," "Hokus Pokus," and "Bubble Gang. "She will tour Iloilo on April 14, Zamboanga April 28, and Manila May 5 for the Talk and Text Ganniversaya. K Brosas is a regular fixture of "Hokus Pokus" and "Bitoy’s Funniest Home." She will perform in Pampanga at Casino Angeles April 22 and Party Place April 27. Catch K and the Boxers during Mondays at Zirkoh Greenhills, Fridays at Ratsky Morato, Saturdays at Ratsky Malate, and April 27 at Party Place, Pampanga.

Talented hosts Drew Arellano, Bianca Gonzales, and Mariel Rodriguez host various television shows. Drew is busy with corporate shows and is a regular host of "Unang Hirit," "Balikbayan," and "Pop Star Kids". Aside from corporate shows, beautiful Bianca is busy with regular shows like "Y Speak", "PBB Update," and "Blog." Pinoy Big Brother’s Kapitbahay ni Kuya Mariel doesn’t fail to brighten up our lunchtime with her energetic hosting in Wowowee while she is the last person we see before we sleep with her PBB Uplate. Try to catch Mariel in her first major lead role in "Maalaala Mo Kaya" directed by Gilbert Perez and opposite Ryan Eigenmann on April 13.

Funnyman Pooh enjoy regular exposures on "John and Shirley" on ABS CBN and "Wazz Up, Wazz Up" on Studio 23. Aside from doing corporate shows, Pooh is busy with "Rock the Vote Series" at the Music Museum on April 13, 14, 20, and 21. He will be at Party Place, Pampanga on April 27 then he will fly to Bahrain with Christian Bautista and Rachel Ann Go for a concert on May 25. Keanna Reeves is featured in "Maging Sino ka Man" and "Aalog-Alog" on ABS CBN.

Big Champion Frenchie Dy is busy doing corporate shows and will be a part of the musical stage play Avenue Q. World Championships for the Performing Arts (WCOPA) champ Kim Flores is now working on her second album under Ivory Records. Young rocker Danita Paner is busy promoting her debut album under Viva Records with her hit single Lunod. She will have an album promo tour in Robinsons Galleria March 30 and Eastwood April 14.

Aside from doing corporate shows, Angelika dela Cruz is now taping for fantaserye "Pedro Penduko Presents: Engkantao". Amy Perez and Chase Tinio are the hosts of the morning show "Kabuhayan Swak na Swak."

The CompanY recently released their album, Destination: Bossa, under Viva Records. Calvin Millado is busy managing his restaurant, Congo Grille, and doing corporate shows. Talented singers Ariel Rivera and Verni Varga are both doing great with corporate shows. AJ Dee is currently active hosting different summer activities.

For inquiries, email backroomtalents@pldtdsl.net

http://www.mb.com.ph/ENTR2007040891342.html

Sweet, may career outside of The Company
PARINIG NGA! Ni Lanie B. Mate
Ang Pilipino STAR Ngayon 04/10/2007 

Balik uli sa pagtuturo ang isa sa binansagang terror ng Pinoy Dream Academy (PDA) na si Sweet Plantado ng The Company. Hindi sa loob ng Bahay ni Kuya kundi sa Trumpets Playshop sa adult class ngayong summer. Katwiran ni Sweet hindi totoong terror siya masungit oo, pero funny naman.

"I just want to bring out the best in my students. Strict lang talaga ako pero balanced. I know my limit," sabi ni Sweet na na-misterpret na terror sa loob ng Bahay ni Kuya.

Walang idle moment kapag kasama mo si Sweet. Ang dami mong matututunan sa kanya. Lalo na sa mga aspiring singer at kahit na sa mga professionals na gustong mag-refresh ng voice training sa kanya.

"Hindi komo bumibirit ka, hindi ibig sabihin magaling ka na. Depende iyan sa baga mo. At kung ano ang kaya ng katawan mo! Hindi dapat puro sigaw, ingatan ang boses natin, kaya enough sleep kailangan iyan. Pero dapat be humble at matuto tayong ibalik sa Panginoon ang talent natin dahil hiram lang natin ito. Yung sumikat bonus na lang iyan," paliwanag ng 34 yrs old na si Sweet.

Graduate si Sweet sa UP sa College of Music, major in voice. She works with the best people in the industry lalo na kay Ryan Cayabyab bago siya naging member ng The Company.

Late na nga siya nag-asawa dahil sa dami ng magagandang opportunities na dumating sa kanya. Kaya inuna muna niya ang kanyang career bago sila nag-settle nang napangasawa niyang isang sound engineer. Meron na rin silang turning 2 yr old boy ngayon.

Para patunayan na hindi mo kailangan bumirit may solo part si Sweet sa "Destination2 Bossa" album ng The Company na "Souvenirs," at "La Isla Bonita" kasama sa 12 cuts ng CD. Ika-17th album ito ng The Company na release ng Viva Records.

http://www.philstar.com/philstar/PINOY200704107306.htm

http://www.titikpilipino.com/news/?aid=863

Title: Destination: Bossa Artist: The Company Label: Viva Records Released: 2007 Number of Tracks: 15

 

Track Listing

(Title [Length] - Artist / Lyricist / Composer / Arranger)

1.	Goodbye Sadness (Tristeza)   Lyrics by: Haroldo Lobo & Niltinho/Normal Gimbel (English lyrics) /   Music by: Haroldo Lobo & Niltinho  / Arranged by: Ado Ortiz, Jr., Moy Ortiz and Adolf Ortiz, Sr.
2.	Your Smiling Face   Lyrics & Music by: James Taylor  / Arranged by: Jun Tamayo
3.	Tulad Mo (Like A Lover)   Lyrics by: Dorival Caymmi & Nelson Motta/Cecile Bautista (Tagalog lyrics) /   Music by: Dorival Caymmi & Nelson Motta  / Arranged by: Arnold Buena
4.	Souvenirs   Lyrics & Music by: M. Chanterau / P. Dahan / S. Pezin  / Arranged by: Moy Ortiz
5.	Every Little Thing He Does Is