For the first time in Philippine history, a symphony orchestra will perform at the annual State of the Nation Address (SONA).
The Cultural Center of the Philippines’ resident orchestra, Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra has been chosen to play at the fourth SONA of President Rodrigo Duterte on July 22.This was confirmed by CCP President Nick Lizaso in a report by Mario Dumaual on ABS-CBN News.
Among songs Malacañang has requested PPO to play are Philippine National Anthem “Lupang Hinirang,” Duterte’s personal anthem “Pagbabago” Freddie Aguilar’s “Ipaglalaban Ko,” and presidential anthem “Mabuhay.”Lizaso said it is a milestone for the orchestra to play at such prestigious event, which will be held at the Batasang Pambansa.Lizaso also said he will coordinate with SONA director Joyce Bernal on Wednesday to discuss production matters.
The SONA serves as a means to inform the nation about its present economic, political, and social condition. It is also a vehicle for the President to summarize the accomplishments and plans of his/her programe of government both for a particular year and until the end of their term of office.
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