Music and the thrill of live performance are the ties that bind seasoned performer Arnell Ignacio, rising P-pop artists Bilib and the boyband Formula Five.

These performers prove Filipino artists are world-class especially in terms of musicality, dance moves and giving the much-needed feels and groove to the songs they sing.

Musical master

Though Arnell Ignacio holds the position of Administrator of the Overseas Workers Welfare Administration (OWWA), the side of him being a performer cannot be denied. That is why it is a no-brainer that he is back in the concert scene to headline the post-Valentine dinner concert “Timeless... Music & Laughter” on 15 February at the Grand Ballroom of the Century Park Hotel Manila.

“I miss performing with a live audience,” said the seasoned artist. “What I miss the most (is) the instant appreciation of the audience and the energy you get from them — the energy when you’re on stage, nothing compares to it.”

“That’s really very, very hard. When you are on stage, parang may gagapang sa iyo ang adrenaline na (adrenaline just creeps up on you that) will just tell you what to say, how to say it, or to take your time,” Ignacio said.

“What happens next is pure magic,” said the performer. “You cannot help but smile, feel great and you know the fact that you have captivated your public with your talent, they are entertained, having a wonderful time and masigabo at mainit ang kanilang mga palakpakan (and their applause if warm and enthusiastic). Wow! Just wow!” Ignacio promises a show that will be worth their time.

Performing with Ignacio during the post Valentine concert are the New Minstrels Fifth Generation, Atty. Rene Puno, Alyanna and Chad Borja.

“Timeless… Music & Laughter” is produced by Sarangola Media, with Liz Alindogan as its associate producer.