“These songs will always be part of my shows not only because these are my hits and favourites that the audience keeps on requesting, but because the messages they convey appeal to the heart, the senses. My music will always be full of emotions,” says Kuh.
Another OPM icon to do a CF show in the second half of March is Rey Valera. The veteran singer, who remains unfazed by the influx of new artists, cites the importance of “feeling the pulse of the audience during performances.” Valera said he tries his best to relate with his audience every time he performs on stage. “I guess that’s something lacking in other singers. They sing not minding whether people are listening or not. It bothers me when I realize that I do not measure up to my audience’s expectations,” he adds.
Given his commitment to always give his best during his shows, it is not surprising that Valera’s fans are highly anticipating his shows at Casino Filipino Cebu on March 20 and at the Madison Satellite on March 27. He will be singing some of his OPM classics like “Maging Sino Ka Man”, “Naaalala Ka”, “Kahit Maputi na ang Buhok Ko” and “Pangako”, among others. “Those who will come to my shows can expect to enjoy the sounds of yesteryears. I’ll be performing most of my popular songs as I know that those are the pieces that my audience can relate to very well,” Valera says.
Apart from Ledesma and Valera, other artists who will perform in Casino Filipino are Basil Valdez (CF Bacolod, March 16), Jose Manalo (Malabon Satellite, March 20), Aiza Seguerra (CF – Cebu, March 13 and Madison Satellite, March 20), Renz Verano and Eva Eugenio (CF Olongapo, March 24), Agot Isidro (CF Cebu, March 25), Pooh (CF Davao, March 27) and Jessa Zaragoza (CF Iloilo, March 28). PAGCOR AVP for Entertainment Bong Quintana said the series of concert shows they lined up aims to further promote Filipino music. “With our shows headlined by prominent OPM artists, we’re very certain that our guests will not only enjoy but also increase their appreciation for Filipino music,” Quintana said. For more information on “The Music of March” shows and other entertainment offerings of Casino Filipino, please visit and ‘like’ us in Facebook www.facebook.com/casinofilipino, www.facebook.com/pagcor.artists follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/casinofilipino or call the PAGCOR Entertainment Department at 708-20-46 or 526-03-37 local 2401/2403.
