My Dreams and Hopes

My dream for this young company is very big. I want to do international contracts with artists around the world, gain a name for it, and yes, earn BIG. But behind those goals are reasons that have been burning inside me since I began as a young musician.

I started out late in playing cello and reading literature about music. I am indeed almost an illiterate. I know some, but I the little I know is even considered elementary, and trivial. I will work hard to be better, however, I must accept the fact that I may not become a world-famous cellist, whose talents and skills the world will applaud on. But, I can do better. I can focus on people's lives, people's welfare and interests, my country's honor, my school's pride, my family's reputation, and most of all, my God's pleasure. And that, I CAN do.

With that said, I dream that Filipino Musicians could gain a reputation in the world as world-class. Im not saying we are not, but we can still do better. I want another spot for our nation in the world wide race for excellence. Through this small company, I would like to reach a market that targets recordings. And since labor costs are a lot cheaper here, I could use that as an edge in the competition, until such a time other international recording artists lower their prices, then we could compete at their rates.

Another dream is simply about performing worship songs in a new perspective. Most worship songs today focus on the rhythm section of the orchestra, in other words, the band! But my goal is to incorporate the strings section once again to most church concerts. Aesthetically it is superior, and above all, LIVE is the best!

My dreams are simple, yet attainable. May God bless this endeavor with His presence and guidance. By the way, we're doing another big thing next week!

Others

1. Marciano Tan Funeral Wake (Heritage Park, Taguig City)

2. Aurora Beltran Amper Wake (Marian Memorial Chapels, Antipolo City)

3. Lualhati Tan Wake (La Funenaria Paz, Quezon City)
4. Recording for Mary Emme Album

Concerts and Public Performances

1. European Union 2008 by Union Church of Manila (Batangas)
2. Poveda Educational Tour for the Linggo ng Wika (Annually held at Poveda, Pasig)
3. In Awe All Creation Worships (Sumulong Baptist Church Concert Series)
4. Plea for the Cancellation of Incinerator Debt to Austria (House of Representatives, Batasan, QC)
5. NBN 4, IBC 13, RPN 9 SheKa Performance (Jan 13 and feb 18 episodes)

6. A Night of a Million Concert of Internationally acclaimed soprano Rachelle Gerodias (PICC)

7. Piolo Pascual Christmas Concert Greenbelt 5

8. Richard Poon Valentine Concert Meralco Theatre

9. Urbandub Live internet concert

Weddings

1. Abenir-Diloy Nuptial (Sonya's Garden Tagaytay City)
2. Panis-Tanyag Nuptial ( Calaruega- Tagaytay Country Club)
3. Herrera -Atanacio Nuptial (Coconut Palace, Pasay City)
4. Sales-Amper Nuptial (Archbishop's Palace, Mandaluyong City)
5. Amper-Legaspi Nuptial (Water Nymph Resort, Marikina City)
6. Cua-James Nuptial (Calaruega Batangas)
7. Magsino-de Guzman Nuptial (Ibarra's, Cavite City)
8. Cruz-Hipoloto Nuptials (Mango Farm, Antipolo City)
9. Roxas- Sibayan Nuptials (AFPCOC, Quezon City)
10. Drilon- Nuptials (The Fort, Taguig City)

11. Garrido- Litton Nuptials (St Therese- Le Pavillion)

12. Fernando- Ledesma Nuptials (Manila Peninsula)

13. Yamada-Galang Nuptials (Discovery Suites)

14. Brian- -- Nuptials (ThunderBird Resorts)
15. Lopue-Javellana Nuptials (Bacolod City)
16. Kristel Alino and Emir Aberilla ... (Fernbrook, Alabang)

17. Brillantes- Roces Nuptials (Bagac, Bataan)

18. Sapao-Tabac Nuptials (Glass Garden, Pasig City)

19. Orquilla-Moldez Nuptials (Fernbrook, Alabang)

20 Manalo-Good Engagement Party (Acropolis Clubhouse, Libis, Pasig)

21. Tiuseco- Nuptials (Christ the King/ Blue Leaf)

22. Macky's Contact --i forgot! (Bacolod City)

23. Castillo-Guzman Nuptials (Tagaytay City)

24. Gomez-Marquez Nuptials (Manila Cathedral/Orchidarium)

25. Gigi St. John's Parents Golden Wedding Anniversary (Cathedral of St. Mary and St. John Quezon City)

26. Mirasol-Sy Nuptials (Balai Isabel, Talisay, Batangas)

27. Kim-Mangubat Nuptials (Tagaytay Highlands, Tagaytay City)

28. Layug-Rosero Star Wars Wedding (Fernwood, QC)

29. Savellano-Singson Wedding (Vigan, Ilocos Sur)

30. Abad- (Bali Gardens, Bacoor, Cavite)

31. Alcantara-Sauza (Calaruega, Alfonso's Tagaytay)

32. Aris Ortis-Luiz (Taal Vista,Tagytay)

33. Garzon-Sumugat Wedding (Fernbrook Alabang)

Last Updated Feb 2009

Corporate and Other Organizational Events

1. FEU Medical Students' Graduation (PICC Plenary Hall)
2. Prudential Life 30th Anniversary (Sofitel Grand Ball Room)
3. Philip Morris Journalism Awards (Hyatt Hotel Grand Ballroom)
4. Product Launching of Anti Pain Medicine (Music Museum)
5. Oakley Scopemeister Product Launch (Manila Polo Club)
6. CCT 30th Anniversary (Wak Wak Golf and Country Club)
7. SGI event (Manila Polo Club)
8. Incoming Philippine Ambassador to Cambodia Party (Discovery Suites)
9. Ninoy Aquino Memorial from Upsilon Sigma Phi (UP Diliman)
10. VKV Golden Anniversary (Crowne Plaza)

11. CCT Annual Business Meeting (Wak Wak Golf and Country Club)

12. Manulife Annual Performance Night (Mega tent Events Place Ortigas Center)

13. Media Meter Services Launch of Retirement community (Blue Leaf the Fort)

14.DIWA Book Company Annual Awards Night (Manila Hotel Grand Ballroom)

15. Scientific Awards and Engineering Advances in partnership with ADMU (Leong Hall)

16. University of Peace Graduation in partnership with Ateneo de Manila University (Leung Hall)

17. Launching of New Executive Village in Bacoor, Cavite

18. Launching of Sunglass Hut, Newport City Pasay

19. Christmas Party of East Visayan Hospital, Cebu City

20. SVD Awards St Jude Catholic School Malacanang, Manila

21. Phil Heart Center 35th Anniversary and Awards Night with Dinner, PHC East Ave, QC.

22. Kate Torralba Designer Cake Launching The Music Bar Hyatt Hotel

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THE MANILA STRING MACHINE GENERAL AGREEMENT

THE MANILA STRING MACHINE GENERAL AGREEMENT

1. The Manila String Machine (MSM) will perform at _____(location)_____ on ___(date)___ for the _____(event)_____.

2. MSM will be composed of the following instruments:
a.
b.
c.
d.
(add or remove depending on the number of instrumentalists)

3. MSM will arrive 1 hour, or at the latest, 30 minutes before the event.

4. MSM will provide the following equipment:
a. music stands
b. music pieces
c. our instruments (violins, viola and cello)

5. MSM will be dressed in any of the following attire:
a. Barong Tagalog
b. tuxedo
c. long-sleeved shirts (tie optional)
d. suits

6. MSM will play for a maximum of 3 hours. The client can decide to divide the three hours within the span of the event.(i.e. 45 mins ceremony, 30 mins cocktails, 1 hour dinner, 15 mins reception program)

7. MSM requires a program hard copy, or a program coordinator to assist us in the performance cues.

8. MSM assures the client that they will perform to the highest level of discipline and musicality possible.

9. MSM can play a wide range of repertoire (Baroque, Classical, Romantic music, art and folk music, Broadway tunes, Movie Themes, Standards, Led Zeppelin, Michael Jackson, Beatles, U2, and up-to date modern popular songs). We also have selections of original Filipino Music available. MSM and the client will discuss the musical choices at a later date.

10. MSM does not take requests on the spot. If there are requests, we would only be able to play them if we have a piece available, specially arranged for the String Quartet.

11. MSM will request for breaks in between sets.

For the CLIENT:
1. The client will pay a total of _____________________ (Php_______) to MSM for rendered services.

2. The client is required to place a 25% non-refundable down payment at the time of booking/signing of contract. MSM is hereby considered "booked" only when the down payment is paid. This is deductible from the total contract price.

3. The balance must be paid anytime before the program ends. MSM prefers cash for this final payment. If you will pay with a check, please deposit a week before the event to this account:
BDO Antipolo-Masinag Branch
Savings Account No. 0630165602
Account Name: Theodore Philip Amper

4. If the client requires special pieces, you must provide the pieces for us to play, arranged for a string ensemble. If there is no piece provided, you can ask us to arrange your special songs at Php2,000 per piece.**

5. If the client wishes for rehearsals and the like, these must be scheduled, and a rehearsal fee is required.

6. At the event, the client will provide ample space and ample lighting for the MSM to see their pieces, plus the following:
a. 4 armless chairs
b. 4 condenser microphones on separate boom stands
c. a sound system to amplify the sound sufficiently, depending on the venue and number of guests.

d. ample lighting and ample space (3 x 2 meters)

7. The client will provide food and drinks for MSM.

8. The client will provide parking passes, a holding room, or a place for the quartet to retreat and rest in between sets.

9. If the event is located outside Metro Manila, the talent fee is at Php8,000 per musician, plus travel expenses (i.e. toll, gas, parking). But this is negotiable.

10. The client must provide a map and directions to the venue/s (if separate i.e. ceremony, reception, etc.).



CONFORME:


__________________________
Client’s full name and signature


__________________________
Manila String Machine member


__________________________
Date

Fineprint:

The Manila String Machine puts very high regard to punctuality, therefore we always arrive 1 hour or at the latest, 30mins before the event. However in cases such as force majeur or unforeseen circumstances (e.g. non-moving traffic due to an accident on the road, military, political or people demonstrations, etc) and it causes the group to come late or is unable to arrive, please know that we are sincerely sorry for the delay, but it is beyond our control and we regret the incident. However, the service fee shall not be waived, and if the group arrives late (again, in extremely rare cases), the group shall be paid the equivalent amount for the service rendered. For example, reception only (manila- 12k, out of town- 20k), and this will also apply for non- wedding events.

Venues and Events

The Manila String Machine can provide customized music for your dream event such as:
1. Weddings
2. Company Events
3. Birthdays
4. Anniversaries
5. Parties
6. Fashion Shows
7. Formal and Casual Dinners
8. Funerals and wakes
9. Church Worship Services
10. School Concerts
11. Plays and Musicals
13. Music Concerts, shows and events
14. Customize your event and we'll provide string music!

STRING QUARTETS

All of our string quartets are highly competent, professional string players. They have graduated from prestigious Universities in the Philippines and have attended international orchestras and schools for training and workshops.

1. The Quatro Staggioni String Quartet
2. The Hallel String Quartet
3. The Zimrah String Quartet
4. The Meschianza String Quartet
5. The Saoirse String Quartet