Because you didn’t come to my show…

We are airing the Classic Romance: Walking on Sunshine TV special on Saturday, 11:30 pm at Studio 23 after Barkada Nights.

Classic Romance: Walking On Sunshine closes this Thursday

I’m a little sad to be posting about this, but I do hope you can make it.

Classic Romance 2: Walking on Sunshine The Series is closing its five-week run this Thursday, April 19, at 8:30 pm at the Teatrino.  It’s been an unforgettable experience.  Classic Romance 2 allowed me to meet some really wonderful people, and through it I was given a chance to work with some of the finest musicians in the country.  It has also given Mia and I the opportunity to see the goodness and faithfulness of God.

Come and join me as I celebrate the wonderful journey this has brought us through.  I will truly miss it.

For tickets, please contact 0918-6101016 or 0919-2363355.  Also available at Teatrino (721-0635, 722-4501 loc 116) and TicketWorld 891-9999.

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To those from Bread of Life who saw last week’s (April 12 show): Your support is incredible!  Thank you for coming.  God bless you back!

From http://wats0n.blogspot.com

Thank you, Nick, for this post. I am reprinting it here in full (I hope Nick doesn’t mind), so go and send some hits his way. He’s got a great blog full of beautiful pictures and interesting information, too. He isn’t one of Technorati’s top 100 bloggers in the Philippines for nothing. (And my wife made sure I posted this because he said she was pretty.)
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Raymond Lauchengco’s concert was a night of surprises.

When we entered Teatrino, we didn’t expect it to be laid-out like a cozy restaurant. We got seated very near the stage, and a waiter promptly handed over the menu. Having had dinner only moments before, we simply ordered for drinks.

While chatting the time away, a pretty lady hovered around and talked with the guests. “That must be Mia, Raymond’s wife”, Tina casually said. Yes, we are now on a first-basis with the celebrities.

A little while later she arrived at our table and her face lighted up with recognition. “Tina! Nick!”, she exclaimed. Have I mentioned that we’re first-name basis with celebrities?

She knew us from the photos in my blog actually. My wife then handed over a basket of strawberries to Mia, who was truly gracious in receiving the pasalubong. Thanks Mia for the autographed poster too!

Soon enough the concert started with a brief announcement and the stage curtain was lifted. A 7-piece orchestra played broadway style and Raymond Lauchengco dashed into the stage!

Whoa. I was still half-expecting the voice I’ve heard from 20 years ago. Now, his voice is fuller, more mature, and with a broadway feel to it.

After a couple of songs, he did a medley of tunes he was identified with through the years which include Shadow of Time (which I haven’t heard for so many years and then I recalled it just then), So It’s You, Farewell (very popular with graduation rites).

Raymond then mentioned that we has cutting a new album which was hopefully going to be released real soon, and that he will be singing some songs from that album. Well, I’m not really a fan of sneak peeks and would rather hear familiar tunes for the rest of the concert. But the songs he did were fun! I won’t say what they were right now for you might want to watch his concert too. It’ll be a nice surprise.

He also belted out a number of Broadway songs. Surprisingly, I was able to correlate too, though I’m not big on plays. He did the more popular ones anyway.

Overall it was definitely an enjoyable evening. Raymond even greeted us from the stage! That was an awkward moment for me; I don’t like being the center of attention. But still, that was a nice surprise.

This part was real nice. A single spotlight was focused on the biggest mirror ball, spreading soft rays of light into the dimly-lit hall. I can’t catch the effect with the camera, unfortunately. Still got lots to learn.

Let’s have fun at the Teatrino this Thursday!

Hope to see you at Teatrino this Thursday!

Tickets are at 1,000, 800, and 500. Available at Teatrino (721-0635/721-6726), TicketWorld (891-9999), and for free delivery (taking orders only until March 27), text 0917-5334206 (minimum of 2,000 worth of tickets).

Classic Romance: Walking on Sunshine (March 22)

There aren’t any tickets left for tomorrow’s show, but I’d like to say thank you to the Philippine Ship Agents’ Association for their support. I am looking forward to singing for you tomorrow night.

Hope to see everyone else next week, March 29!

The Series

Well, guess what? I had such a great time last Valentine’s we’re doing the concert again!

Classic Romance: Walking On Sunshine The Series will be held every Thursday beginning March 15 until April 19 (except Holy Thursday, April 5). So that means if you haven’t seen my concert, you have 5 dates to choose from and no reason not to see it. ;-p

So that’s March 15, 22, 29, and April 12 and 19 at Teatrino at the Promenade, Greenhills at 8:30 in the evening. Ticket prices begin at a very reasonable Php 500.

For ticket inquiries, contact TicketWorld at 891-9999 or Teatrino at 721-0635/721-6726. Or you can contact the show buyers for the night:

March 15 – Bagets Foundation (0920) 938-9004

March 22 – Philippine Ship Agents Association

March 29 – 0917-5334206

April 12 – Creative Futures 374-4822

April 19 – EJ Pagalilauan (0919) 236-3355

So will I be seeing you there?

Classic Romance 2: Walking on Sunshine

Special guests:

Ms. Ayen Munji-Laurel

Ms. Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo

Musical Director and 1st Keyboard: Vic Oria

2nd Keyboard: Niko Rivera

Bass guitar: Kim Lesaca

Drums: Jun Austria/Melvin Tiangco

Trumpets: Richie Gonzaga and Ruel Cabrera

Trombone: Ronnie Marqueses/Pandoy Antinero

Saxophone: Ike Dy-Liacco

Production Manager: Cynthia Bayaborda

Stage Manager: Cesar Quindara

Production Coordinator: Rachelle Colmenares

Lighting Director: Butch Cruz

Sound Engineer: Jun Bon

Assistant to the Producer: Sharon Montalan

Hair and Makeup: Ricci Chan for Propaganda

Thank you to Oliver Oliveros, my publicist.

These photos were taken by Harvey Tapan of Third Eye Visual.

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I have so much to be thankful for. God is really good.

Taking it easy

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching (less than a week to go) so I’m taking it easy for the next few days. 

I hope to see you at the Teatrino on either Tuesday or Wednesday for Classic Romance 2: Walking on Sunshine!

Classic Romance 2: Walking on Sunshine is made possible by Hush Puppies, Coppertone, PLDT myDSL, Imacron Digital Video, Propaganda, JC Buendia, Ivar Aseron, YSA Skin Care Center, People Asia, and Yellow Door Gallery. 

Tickets available at Teatrino (721-0635/721-2762) or at TicketWorld outlets (891-9999) in selected National Bookstore branches, Tower Records, and Robinsons Department Stores.

Free Metro Manila delivery only for orders received by Saturday, 2pm.  Text 0917-5334206.

Come and spend Valentine’s Day with me!

It’s going to be two fun and romantic nights with an 8-piece band (that includes a trombone, trumpets, and sax) under MD Vic Oria!

My lovely guests are my sister Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo and dear friend Ayen Munji-Laurel.

Tickets at Php 1,500 each, available at Ticketworld (891-9999) or Teatrino (721-0635/721-2762).

Free delivery within Metro Manila for a minimum of 2 tickets, please text 0917-5334206.

See you there!