Haiyan Appeal


 THE TEAM BEHIND THIS DRIVE FOR HOPE

GENELLE CROSS

Genelle started singing at the age of 6 in her primary school choir. She studied Bachelor of Music at the University of Western Sydney where she majored in vocal performance. 

Genelle has taken part in many talent quests and regularly sings at weddings. She is currently a member of the "Sydney Staff Songsters", an internationally known choir of the Salvation Army.  Her first single released "You Made My Day"  was released by Beaufunkcious Records.

She also performs as a guest vocalist with the Parramatta Citadel Brass Band of the Salvation Army. Genelle has had the privelege of performing both interstate and internationally with these groups and have also worked with Oliver Gadista on various projects in the past.

CLEO DIANA

Cleo received a scholarship grant in the Dramatics Guild of the University of San Jose-Recoletos, Cebu which provided her the formal training in voice projection and techniques. Performing in Australia since 1988 and winning a singing competition "Paligsahan ng Talino" in 1991, 

Cleo became a favourite in the Filipino-Australian community functions and events. She has performed a duet with the suave Jose Mari Chan on his successful concert here in Sydney and her first single "Leaving" was one of the most popular songs released during the ONE CD launch.   

She has been a front act performer for many concerts, including international singer, David Pomeranz. She has also ventured into Sydney’s Club Circuit singing for Six Pack Productions, one of Australia’s highly acclaimed and award winning cabaret production companies.

   CRIZ GUCE

A singer of calibre, Criz, have won numerous competitions here and abroad. 


From her high school Glee Club, she evolved by performing with various bands under AG's Talent Development & Management Agency in the Philippines and overseas.  She is well-known in the Asian community for her undying support to charitable causes by contributing her God-given skills.

Criz has previously released her own CD but the first original single written for ONE album "What Would You Do" was of the top 5 in 2 months. 

She has performed with OPM Queen Joey Albert twice, OPM singer-composer Jim Paredes and timeless composer Louie Ocampo.

Having the talent to sing in Mandarin and Cantonese dialects, she is a regular in the Filipino-Australian, Vietnamese, Chinese, Thai and Laos scene. In fact, the Mayor of Burwood loves inviting her to his community events and private parties. 

MARY MAY HAPIN

Mary May or MM was a member of the West Auckland Choir when it won an International Choir competition. 


MM comes from a family of musicians, most of which dominated Cebu's music scene; she became a vocalist for a show band in Cebu. When she moved to Sydney, she took a break to concentrate on her family, career and charitable causes. 

The ~ONE~ Album movement has changed that. Upon the invitation of a member of ALFA team, she willingly shared some of her time to contribute to the charity launch performing a duet with Rie Manoloto; releasing their first single "Never Change".

This initiative may just be the perfect trigger for her to return on stage; as she said, "once a singer is always a singer".   

      MARIA LADO

Growing up in a musical family, Maria has been singing since she was 10 years old. She has performed in Sydney and in Michigan, USA, where she lived for 7 years. As an adult, Maria has been a lead cantor in the church choir, sang for cover bands and has participated in Filipino community events. 

She has studied song writing and jazz vocal improvisation at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music.

 Maria writes and composes music, inspired and influenced by artists such as Esperanza Spalding, Corinne Bailey Rae and Lauryn Hill, her first original song, "With You", shared with the public on YouTube. 

Her first recorded single released on CD "Song For You" was one of the crowd's favorites during its successful launch. She recently performed at the debut concert of OPM singer-songwriter Jim Paredes in Sydney.

BRIAN LORENZ

Dubbed as one of the "Best Male Voices" in the Filipino-Australian community, Brian Lorenz's love for the performing arts has also made him an achiever in the international Dance Sport arena.


 A multi-awarded singer, he was included in the cast of Jose Rizal's radio musical play "Junto Al Pasig" in Sydney which was broadcasted nationwide where he sang one of Oliver's original songs.

He has recently won first prize in Sydney Talent Quest 2013 held at Canterbury Leagues Club and  was wowed by critics for his successful show "An Afternoon with Brian Lorenz". He also recorded "Bigger" under Beaufunckious Records as part of the ~ONE~ Charity album.

Brian acquired training both here and overseas and is further developing his talents in acting. 

   RIE MANALOTO

A versatile singer and performer, Rie's love for music became apparent at the age of  4 and has been involved in the choral society since he was 8. 

An impassioned eclectic, he gained mastery of a wide range of musical styles including classical, soul, jazz, theatre, pop and R&B. He has become a familiar face in the Filipino community having performed in various social and cultural gatherings including the play "Her Son, Jose Rizal" in Sydney. 

Rie's also a voice coach to the PLCAA (Philippine Language and Cultural Association of Australia) Glee Club and performed in church as part of the music ministry. He is currently studying Music at the University of Western Sydney aspiring to become a music teacher and aims also to be a proficient and successful thespian in the future. His first single "Never Change" was released by Beaufunkcious Records.

 ANA MATEO

Ana is a student at the Australian International Conservatorium of Music pursuing a bachelor degree in contemporary singing; vocal pedagogy being her major subject. 

Ana Mateo's excellent performance at the first ~ONE~ album launch caught the  attention of the Filipino community.

She loves the blues and jazz and has performed at various shows including opening act numbers for the concerts of Philippine king of R'n'B Luke Mejares and Mr Acoustic, Paolo Santos. Currently, she is working in collaboration with guitarist Daniel Dydey and is in the process of writing original material in the hopes of releasing this record to establish herself as an artist.


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Former Philippine University of Visayas chorale alumnus and a member of the BCA (Bethlehem Communities of Australia) singing group, Hannah love all sorts of music. Her first single "Sunshine" from the ~ONE~ Album not only received a lot of radio airplay, it was also in the top 5 for 2 months.

Hannah was one of the main musical talents who performed at the famous theatre play, "Her Son, Jose Rizal" play in Parramatta Town Hall; her amazing delivery on the show won the hearts of some members of the ALFA Team.  She enjoys singing love songs, ballads and pop from classic to recent hits.

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Florabelle "Grace" Pasco is a Year 12 student at Rooty Hill High School. With her parents'  encouragement and inspiration she has honed her talent which paved the way to pursue her dreams. Grace's debut front act concert was with Jovit Baldivino (Pilipinas Got Talent Champion). 

She is currently a member of the P. Mendoza Choir and performs in various gigs including front act performances for David Pomeranz. She was casted to play as an angel for theatrical radio play called "Along the Pasig" adapted for SBS radio.  Her first single "Every Chance" was praised for by Australian Filipina Magazine for her angelic rendition of the song during the album launch.

* All 10 recording artists above were part of the ~ONE~ Charity album movement. 

For more information about our first collaboration, click HERE  

 

MARLISA PUNZALAN

Marlisa started singing at the age of 4 and has been very passionate about her music.  She is a multiple winner of gold awards of the prestigious Sydney Eisteddford Performing Arts Vocal Competitions. 

Marlisa supports a great number of Charity Events including the World Childhood Foundation Concert where she helped raise $26K to provide support to children in need around the world.  

She has performed in various fund-raising events, at Channel 7's Sunrise and concerts featuring Sharon Cuneta, Jose Mari Chan, The Aegis Band and Paulini to name a few.


  MARCUS RIVERA

Also the "NARRATOR"

Marcus is a multi-talented artist with an impressive portfolio of skills in acting (theatre/film/TV), singing (music theatre/cabaret/ jazz/ pop/opera/classics) and dancing (lyrical and jazz).

Marcus' training at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music, Australian Institute of Music and Sydney Dance Company provided a good foundation for his colorful career.

He has been featured in various community events and involved with Sydney's Lyric Theatre Co and Melbourne's The Production Co. giving him great exposure interstate and overseas.

 

VIOLI CALVERT

Marketing & Promotions

CHARLES CHAN

Production Manager

MARC ANASTACIO

Music Director & Consultant

BLESS SALONGA

 Scriptwriter,                Concept & Designs 


OLIVIA FAITH

"Our Muse"

The team's source of joy and inspiration. Olivia Faith Salonga is a beautiful 2-year angel with Down Syndrome. She has this overwhelming ability to inspire people by bringing lots of laughter and love to their lives. 

She was also the inspiration for the making of the ~ONE~ album that raised $18,600 for the survivors of typhoon Sendong/Washi, the "Christmas is ON THE AIR" CD that raised $3K for the Bankstown Catholic Care and the "True Lights of Christmas" CD collecting $4K-$5K for the Down Syndrome Association NSW.


 

 AALIYAH NATOLI

Child Stage Actress

 MICHELLE BALTAZAR

Speaker/Advocate

 

 KHRIS ALBANO

Master of Ceremonies

OLIVER GADISTA

Music Engineer

OUR GENEROUS PARTNERS

BURWOOD RSL

Big thanks to Alan Jones of the Community and International Services, Past President Bobby Redman and the rest of the Rotary Club Hills-Kellyville Family

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