New York PCG and Sentro Rizal New York Present ‘An Afternoon of Filipino Classical Music’ Featuring Joed Balsamo and Norman Menzales
New York PCG and Sentro Rizal New York Present ‘An Afternoon of Filipino Classical Music’ Featuring Joed Balsamo and Norman Menzales Mr. Joed Balsamo on piano and Mr. Norman Menzales on flute serenade the audience with their performances during "An Afternoon of Filipino Classical Music" at Kalayaan Hall, Philippine Center, New York. (Photo by: Joey Magaso) The Philippine Consulate General in New York and Sentro Rizal New York presented “An Afternoon of Filipino Classical Music” on 13 April at the Kalayaan Hall of the Philippine Center. The event showcased the world-class Filipino talents of Mr. Joed Balsamo on piano and Mr. Norman Menzales on flute. Drawing over 100 attendees, the event transported guests through a repertoire inspired by the works and legacy of Dr. Jose Rizal. Musical compositions such as “Ibarra” (from the Ballet Philippines production “Crisostomo Ibarra”), “Maria Clara’s Lullaby,” and “Sa Sariling Bayan” (from the Tanghalang Una Obra production “Ibarra”) evoked the spirit of Dr. Jose Rizal’s literary works with the themes of love and patriotism. Among the highlights The Philippine Consulate General in New York and Sentro Rizal New York presented “An Afternoon of Filipino Classical Music” on 13 April at the Kalayaan Hall of the…