Sunday, November 15, 2009

The Philippine Madrigal Singers

The Philippine Madrigal Singers, also known as the MADZ, is one of the most awarded choirs in Asia and in the world. The group has consistently won major prizes in the most prestigious international choral competitions for decades. Because of its impressive track record and musical virtuosity, the Philippine Madrigal Singers is now regarded as one of the best choirs in the world.


The MADZ was initially organized as the University of the Philippines Madrigal Singers in 1963 by Prof. Andrea O. Veneracion, proclaimed National Artist for Music in 1999. In 2001, after almost four decades of leadership, Prof. Veneracion passed on her legacy to its present Choirmaster, Mr. Mark Anthony Carpio.



Philippine Madrigal Singers
Madz 06 singing La Rose Complete in Epinal, France


Philippine Madrigal Singers: "Prayer of St. Francis"
Lord make me an instrument of your peace, Where there is hatred let me sow love. Where there is injury, pardon.


Philippine Madrigal Singers--Jagdlied
2007 European Grand Prix for Choral Singing


The Philippine Madrigal Singers -- Crucifixus


Philippine Madrigal Singers--We beheld once again the stars
The 4th song sung by Philippine Madrigal Singers in the 2007 European Grand rix for Choral Singing





The Philippine Madrigal Singers @ Ronald UMC - Circle Of Life