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Karlene Moreno Hayworth - Choirmaster and HARAYA Founder
Only You,
Soloist: Rene Arabia
Arr: Ed Nepomuceno
Ti Ayat Ti Maysa Nga Ubing
Arr. Fabian Obispo
Haraya Choir, formerly known as the British Filipino Master Chorale, is a newly formed ensemble with members from outstanding choirs in the UK and the Philippines, who have all gone through rigorous auditions to become a member of the group. Having different professions and backgrounds, the members are united through their shared passion for singing and musical excellence. Choirmaster and founder Karlene Moreno-Hayworth was a member soprano and soloist of the Philippine Madrigal Singers (Madz). The Madz is one of the world's most awarded choirs, having consistently won all the top prizes in most of the world's prestigious choral competitions including the European Choral Grand Prix. Haraya repertoire includes a wide range of styles, genres and idioms which include sacred, classical, pop, folk and contemporary
NORTH WALES CHOIR FESTIVAL
A FESTIVAL that invites choirs from across Ireland, England and Wales to compete against each other was held in Llandudno.
The North Wales Choir Festival was held at Venue Cymru, Llandudno between March-5-6, and saw over 700 choir members compete throughout the weekend to be crowned champions.
The event opened on Saturday, 5 March with Haraya Choir winning the Mixed Voice choir competition, the London-based acapella choir beating Valley Aloud Community Choir and Trust Singers, who finished second and third respectively.
Later in the day, Cantamus Girls Choir from Mansfield in Nottinghamshire took first place in the Youth competition, with Cardiff County and Vale of Glamorgan Youth Choir in second, and Valley Voices third.
Sunday’s competitions opened with the Just for Fun category, which saw Haraya Choir yet again take first place, followed by Dun Laoghaire Musical Society in second and Valley Aloud claiming another podium place in third.
Following this, the Ladies choirs category saw Kettering-based Belcanto finish first, with Cheshire Chord Company in second and Knutsford Star Choir in third.
Natalie Hughes of Events Conwy said: “The festival is a real boost for Llandudno as it attracts visitors in what has traditionally been the low season.
“The Choir Festival amongst other events is fundamental to establishing Conwy County as a year-round destination.
“A big thank you to all our sponsors, Llandudno Hospitality Association, Llandudno Town Council, Aberconwy Car and Van Hire, and Visit Conwy, who’ve all contributed to make this event possible by working with Conwy County Borough Council.”
Next year’s North Wales Choir Festival dates are confirmed as 4-5 March 2023 and for further information visit www.northwaleschoirfestival.com.
NORTH WALES CHOIR FESTIVAL
What a fabulous time we had at the North Wales Choir Festival! We have met so many incredible people and got inspired by performances many amazing choirs! It has been two years since we last joined our first choir competition and we were just as nervous but equally excited to come sing and perform for our second in Wales!
We are extremely amazed to have been granted the first prizes in the two categories we joined-Mixed Choir and Just for Fun!
Thank you to our season partner Manning Impex Ltd for making our trip and 2021-2022 season possible, and also to our sponsors this season- 510 Wealth Advisors, Eltham Palace Lodge No.2980 , International Culture and Arts Exchange London and our Haraya friends- Nick Paul Fruto, Gabriel Galindo, Miles Galindo & Geoffrey Leysa. Thank you to all our supporters and Haraya family, most especially Eioh Guerrero, Dexter Ian Oliquiano, Maria Mae, Louie Velasco, Alexis Hayworth, Rubie Go who have come with us to Wales to help us in our preparations and offer us valuable assistance throughout.
Congratulations to every Haraya member who sang and performed in the competition! Iana Baleros Clarissa Paz Missee Gee Veg Sonza Neztvivien Becite Jes Sato Jeffrey Barcelon Tanglao Brad Simon Vitt Eleazar EJ Seph Gultia Jhonell Labadia Rhenz Aibara Leonardo Enoy Jay R Plogio Hood Jo Bo Gwyner.