A popular Christmas song boldly declares, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year.”
Yet, for many, this is not the case. Some will be celebrating the holidays for the first time without a loved one. Indeed, the pain and loss caused by the pandemic have been too much to bear. This year, the most wonderful time of the year will be felt like the most difficult as well.
Waraynon Initiative Network (WIN) can change that.
Well, we probably can’t change it for everybody. But we can spread some holiday cheer and make it a little more wonderful for somebody. And if we can brighten one person’s day, maybe they can brighten one more. Remember, cheerfulness is contagious. WIN can intentionally bring holiday cheer to people’s homes through music videos that WIN will release. And as a result, make this season a little more wonderful.
Spread the cheer, not the virus.
This December, WIN will release a series of music performances featuring the talented members and friends of WIN. These videos will also kickstart WIN’s fundraiser for typhoon relief efforts following the super typhoons Rolly and Ulysses, partnering with organizations such as United Catanduanes San Diego and helping out areas hit the hardest. Any help and generosity is appreciated, whether it is enjoying our videos, sharing them with your loved ones, or donating to WIN. You can donate via Facebook with this post as well as sending a check payable to Waraynon Initiative Network. Please direct message us to find out where you can send the check. Thank you for your generosity and support!
Our first WINter Harmonics performance is the classic Tagalog Christmas song, Pasko Na Sinta Ko as performed by the WIN Chorale. A song about love, it was written by a composer and songwriter after being inspired by a couple’s love story at university. We hope you enjoy our take on this beautiful song! “Pasko Na Sinta Ko” Music by Francisco Dandan Lyrics by Aurelio Estanislao Arrangement by Gines Uy Audio Mix/Mastering by William Babiano Video Editing by Maxinne B. Vergara WIN Chorale Soprano: Pie Ortega, Tetet Uy Alto: Tess Corpin-Agner, Gina Ibarrola Tenor: William Babiano (Soloist), Peter Caludac Bass: Jessie Reyes Piano: Gines Uy Guitar: William Babiano Join WIN and Every.org by donating at the link below! Throughout the month of December, if you sign up through a referral link and donate to WIN, you can receive an additional $25 to donate to the charity of your choice. Our fundraising campaign will provide relief goods and services to those affected by the recent super typhoons Rolly and Ulysses in the Philippines. Waraynon Initiative Network #25DaysofGiving: https://www.every.org/@maxinne.vergar…http://www.facebook.com/winarts.orghttp://www.instagram.com/waraynoninit…http://www.winarts.org Maxinne Vergara http://www.twitter.com/LazyLikeHoyhttp://instagram.com/lazylikehoyhttp://www.soundcloud.com/lazylikehoyhttps://spoti.fi/37HJZHX (Spotify Profile) YouTube: @LazyLikeHoy #WINarts#WINterHarmonicsWaraynon Initiative Network
Our second WINter Harmonics performance is a jazz rendition of the beloved Christmas classic, All I Want For Christmas Is You. We hope you enjoy this arrangement by WIN member and WINter Harmonics Music Director, Alex Juhan! “All I Want For Christmas Is You” Originally performed by Mariah Carey Written by Mariah Carey & Walter Afanasieff Produced by Mariah Carey & Walter Afanasieff Arrangement by Alexander Juhan Audio Mix/Mastering by Alexander Juhan Video Editing by Alexander Juhan WINter Harmonics Jazz Ensemble Soprano Saxophone – Alexander Juhan, Alto Saxophone – EJ Tugonon, Baritone Saxophone – Sean Lovullo, Trumpet – James Rose, Trombone – Ethan Wojcik, Piano – Alexander Juhan, Bass Guitar – Khris Kempis, Drums – Colin Jensen Join WIN and Every.org by donating at the link below! Throughout the month of December, if you sign up through a referral link and donate to WIN, you can receive an additional $25 to donate to the charity of your choice. Our fundraising campaign will provide relief goods and services to those affected by the recent super typhoons Rolly and Ulysses in the Philippines. Waraynon Initiative Network #25DaysofGiving: https://www.every.org/@maxinne.vergar… http://www.facebook.com/winarts.org http://www.instagram.com/waraynoninit… http://www.winarts.org Alexander Juhan The First Noel Lo-Fi Jazz Christmas EP: https://alexanderjuhan.bandcamp.com/a… https://alexanderjuhancomposition.com https://www.facebook.com/AlexanderJuh… http://www.instagram.com/alexanderjuh… http://www.twitter.com/JuhanAlexander http://spoti.fi/3nrOkFU (SPOTIFY) https://www.patreon.com/AlexanderJuhan https://alexanderjuhan.bandcamp.com/
Our third video for WINter Harmonics is a reminder of the love of family and joy in celebrating the season of Christmas. In a year so difficult for so many, we wanted to show that it is still possible to make and maintain connections, to make meaningful collaborations, and to help out in even the smallest of ways. We hope this brings you a moment of holiday cheer, and we thank you so much for your support and generosity this holiday season as WIN embarked on its first online holiday video project. Maraming salamat, damo nga salamat, thank you so much! Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and prosperous New Year, from our hearts to your homes. “Love Is A Compass” Originally performed by Griff Written by Sofia Quinn, Justin Thunstrom & Austin Zudeck Produced by PARKWILD “O Come, All Ye Faithful” Traditional English Lyrics by Frederick Oakeley Medley Arrangement by AJ Rafael Orchestrations by Alexander Juhan Vocal Arrangements by Maxinne B. Vergara Orchestra Audio Mix & Mastering by Alexander Juhan Vocal Production & Editing by Chad Manalo Video Editing by AJ Rafael WINTER HARMONICS CHORALE Soprano – Wendy Babiano, Gelline Anne Ibarrola, Lauren Juhan Alto – Bettina Calaquian, Justine Rafael, Maxinne Vergara Tenor – Jakob Agatep, Wee Jay Babiano, AJ Rafael Bass – Nivram Jacob Castro WINTER HARMONICS ORCHESTRA Flute – Maxinne Vergara; Alto Saxophone – Emmanuel Jonas M. Tugonon, Tenor Saxophone – Alexander Juhan; Baritone Saxophone – Sean Lovullo; Violin I – Nivram Jacob Castro, Germaine-Paul Kempis; Violin II – Cecille Omega, Alexa Vergara; Viola – Meldian Corpin; Cello – JD Damarillo; Piano – AJ Rafael; Guitar – Ian Vergara; Bass Guitar – Khris Kempis; Drums – Colin Jensen Special thanks to Angela Affinita Nayah Damasen Lauren Juhan Chad Manalo Justine Rafael Franceska Rolda Andrew Suh Join WIN and Every.org by donating at the link below! Throughout the month of December, if you sign up through a referral link and donate to WIN, you can receive an additional $25 to donate to the charity of your choice. Our fundraising campaign will provide relief goods and services to those affected by the recent super typhoons Rolly and Ulysses in the Philippines. Waraynon Initiative Network https://www.every.org/@maxinne.vergar… http://www.facebook.com/winarts.org http://www.instagram.com/waraynoninit… http://www.winarts.org AJ Rafael http://www.facebook.com/ajrafaelmusic http://www.twitter.com/ajrafael https://bit.ly/ajrafaelmusic (SPOTIFY) http://www.instagram.com/ajrafael MERCH: http://storytell3rs.com