MUSIKA NG PAG-IBIG:Music of Love -Faith Rico Bachelor of Music Honours Graduation Recital
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Musika ng Pag-ibig, meaning Music of Love, is more than a
graduation recital. It is the culmination of a journey shaped by
music, family, faith, heritage and the people who have
supported me along the way.
Through art song, opera and Filipino song, the program
explores love in its many forms: romantic love, family, memory,
homeland and gratitude.
My classical training has helped me discover not only new
possibilities in my voice, but also a deeper connection to my
Filipino musical heritage. This recital brings those two parts of
my artistic journey together, celebrating where I have come
from and the artist I am becoming.
At its heart, Musika ng Pag-ibig is about connection: between
cultures, music and memory, performer and audience, and
ultimately, between one heart and another.
Every gift begins with grace. Every journey unfolds with purpose. And every song becomes an offering. On this night, I sing with a grateful heart, for the music that shaped me, the heritage that grounds me, and the faith that has carried me to where I am today.
To God be the glory. Musika ng Pag-ibig. A
journey of love, faith and gratitude.
REPERTOIRE
ART SONG: Love in Poetry and Song
Amiamo
Music by Gaetano Donizetti (1797–1848)
Do Not Go, My Love
Music by Richard Hageman (1881–1966)
Text by Rabindranath Tagore (1861–1941)
An die Nachtigall, D. 497.
Music by Franz Schubert (1797–1828)
Text by Matthias Claudius (1740–1815)
OPERA & OPERETTA : When Love Takes the Stage
Thus the Ever Grateful Spring
Music by Henry Purcell (1659–1695)
Text by Elkanah Settle (1648–1724)
From The Fairy-Queen, Z. 629, Act IV
O Mio Babbino Caro
Music by Giacomo Puccini (1858–1924)
Libretto by Giovacchino Forzano (1884–1970)
From the opera Gianni Schicchi
Una Donna A Quindici Anni
Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791)
Libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte (1749–1838)
From the opera Così fan tutte
Vilja
Music by Franz Lehár (1870–1948)
Libretto by Viktor Léon (1858–1940) and Leo Stein (1861–1921)
From the operetta The Merry Widow (Die lustige Witwe)
KUNDIMAN & FILIPINO SONG: Pag-ibig, Alaala at Bayan (Love, Memory and Homeland)
Maalaala Mo Kaya (Will You Remember?)
Music and Text by Constancio de Guzman (1903–1982)
Sa Ugoy ng Duyan (In the Cradle's Sway)
Music by Lucio San Pedro (1913–2002)
Text by Levi Celerio (1910–2002)
Sa Kabukiran (In the Countryside)
Music by Manuel Velez (1894–1959)
Tagalog text by Levi Celerio (1910–2002)
Bayan Ko (My Homeland)
Music by Constancio de Guzman (1903–1982)
Text by José Corazón de Jesús (1896–1932)
Gaano Ko Ikaw Kamahal
Music by Ernani Cuenco (1936–1988)
Text by Levi Celerio (1910–2002)
ENCORE: Gratitude
My Tribute -To God Be the Glory
Music and Text by Andraé Crouch (1942–2015)
Written in 1971
ABOUT THE ARTIST
FAITH RICO is a versatile and inspirational singer, songwriter, theatre artist, voice coach, producer and cultural ambassador whose music embodies faith, healing, and gratitude. She is currently completing her final year of Bachelor of Music (Honours Classical Performance) at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), with a developing research focus on the representation of Filipino art song Kundiman within Western classical training. Faith brings together the worlds of classical performance, sacred music, and community outreach. Her performance career spans classical, contemporary, gospel, and theatre music, inspiring audiences through heartfelt expression and artistry.
She made history as the first Filipino-Australian artist to perform the Philippine National Anthem at Perth Optus Stadium before an audience of nearly 60,000, with a global broadcast reach. Faith has also performed alongside internationally acclaimed artists including Gary Valenciano, APO Hiking Society, and David Pomeranz.
To learn more about Faith Rico, please visit https://faithrico.com
EVENT INFORMATION
Event Hosts: Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts
This is a FREE ADMISSION Event but booking is essential.
Ticket link: Will be available two weeks before the event.
Date and time:
Saturday, 21 November
start at 6:30pm sharp -Doors open 10 minutes prior
Age Limit: 6 years and above
Location:
McCusker Recital Hall, Mezzanine Level
West Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)
Edith Cowan University (ECU) City
500 Wellington Street, Perth WA 6000, Australia
Accessibility:
WHEELCHAIR AND MOBILITY ACCESS
If you require wheelchair or mobility access to
any of WAAPA's venues, or need Companion
seating, please book your tickets by calling or
visiting the WAAPA Box Office
Contact: https://www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/performances-and-events/performances
graduation recital. It is the culmination of a journey shaped by
music, family, faith, heritage and the people who have
supported me along the way.
Through art song, opera and Filipino song, the program
explores love in its many forms: romantic love, family, memory,
homeland and gratitude.
My classical training has helped me discover not only new
possibilities in my voice, but also a deeper connection to my
Filipino musical heritage. This recital brings those two parts of
my artistic journey together, celebrating where I have come
from and the artist I am becoming.
At its heart, Musika ng Pag-ibig is about connection: between
cultures, music and memory, performer and audience, and
ultimately, between one heart and another.
Every gift begins with grace. Every journey unfolds with purpose. And every song becomes an offering. On this night, I sing with a grateful heart, for the music that shaped me, the heritage that grounds me, and the faith that has carried me to where I am today.
To God be the glory. Musika ng Pag-ibig. A
journey of love, faith and gratitude.
REPERTOIRE
ART SONG: Love in Poetry and Song
Amiamo
Music by Gaetano Donizetti (1797–1848)
Do Not Go, My Love
Music by Richard Hageman (1881–1966)
Text by Rabindranath Tagore (1861–1941)
An die Nachtigall, D. 497.
Music by Franz Schubert (1797–1828)
Text by Matthias Claudius (1740–1815)
OPERA & OPERETTA : When Love Takes the Stage
Thus the Ever Grateful Spring
Music by Henry Purcell (1659–1695)
Text by Elkanah Settle (1648–1724)
From The Fairy-Queen, Z. 629, Act IV
O Mio Babbino Caro
Music by Giacomo Puccini (1858–1924)
Libretto by Giovacchino Forzano (1884–1970)
From the opera Gianni Schicchi
Una Donna A Quindici Anni
Music by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791)
Libretto by Lorenzo Da Ponte (1749–1838)
From the opera Così fan tutte
Vilja
Music by Franz Lehár (1870–1948)
Libretto by Viktor Léon (1858–1940) and Leo Stein (1861–1921)
From the operetta The Merry Widow (Die lustige Witwe)
KUNDIMAN & FILIPINO SONG: Pag-ibig, Alaala at Bayan (Love, Memory and Homeland)
Maalaala Mo Kaya (Will You Remember?)
Music and Text by Constancio de Guzman (1903–1982)
Sa Ugoy ng Duyan (In the Cradle's Sway)
Music by Lucio San Pedro (1913–2002)
Text by Levi Celerio (1910–2002)
Sa Kabukiran (In the Countryside)
Music by Manuel Velez (1894–1959)
Tagalog text by Levi Celerio (1910–2002)
Bayan Ko (My Homeland)
Music by Constancio de Guzman (1903–1982)
Text by José Corazón de Jesús (1896–1932)
Gaano Ko Ikaw Kamahal
Music by Ernani Cuenco (1936–1988)
Text by Levi Celerio (1910–2002)
ENCORE: Gratitude
My Tribute -To God Be the Glory
Music and Text by Andraé Crouch (1942–2015)
Written in 1971
ABOUT THE ARTIST
FAITH RICO is a versatile and inspirational singer, songwriter, theatre artist, voice coach, producer and cultural ambassador whose music embodies faith, healing, and gratitude. She is currently completing her final year of Bachelor of Music (Honours Classical Performance) at the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA), with a developing research focus on the representation of Filipino art song Kundiman within Western classical training. Faith brings together the worlds of classical performance, sacred music, and community outreach. Her performance career spans classical, contemporary, gospel, and theatre music, inspiring audiences through heartfelt expression and artistry.
She made history as the first Filipino-Australian artist to perform the Philippine National Anthem at Perth Optus Stadium before an audience of nearly 60,000, with a global broadcast reach. Faith has also performed alongside internationally acclaimed artists including Gary Valenciano, APO Hiking Society, and David Pomeranz.
To learn more about Faith Rico, please visit https://faithrico.com
EVENT INFORMATION
Event Hosts: Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts
This is a FREE ADMISSION Event but booking is essential.
Ticket link: Will be available two weeks before the event.
Date and time:
Saturday, 21 November
start at 6:30pm sharp -Doors open 10 minutes prior
Age Limit: 6 years and above
Location:
McCusker Recital Hall, Mezzanine Level
West Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)
Edith Cowan University (ECU) City
500 Wellington Street, Perth WA 6000, Australia
Accessibility:
WHEELCHAIR AND MOBILITY ACCESS
If you require wheelchair or mobility access to
any of WAAPA's venues, or need Companion
seating, please book your tickets by calling or
visiting the WAAPA Box Office
Contact: https://www.waapa.ecu.edu.au/performances-and-events/performances
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McCusker Recital Hall, WAAPA, ECU City Campus, 500 Wellington Street, Perth West Australia 6000, The Big Cactus, Wellington St, Perth WA 6000, Australia, Perth
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