Being a celebration, the program will start with the powerful chorus “Gloria all 'Egitto” followed by the “Triumphal March” from the opera “Aida” by Verdi. Equestrian theme will be present with the Anvil Chorus from the opera “Il Trovatore,” also by Verdi and “The Cavalry March” overture by Suppe' to start part 2 of the program.
The popular “Libiamo” drinking song from Verdi's “La Traviata” will be presented in the style of Franco Zeperilli with the waltzers ensemble joining the soloists to create a ballroom effect.
Rachelle Gerodias, prima soprano; Eddie Yap, producer of the concert and MPC past president; and Christina Bautista, president of MPC
A highlight will be “The Dying Swan” solo ballet by Abigail Oliveiro, principal ballerina of Ballet Manila, with music by Camille Saint-Saëns.
Drama and theater will be injected in some arias from the opera to offer the audience a semblance of watching excerpts for a better appreciation of the story, usually dramatic and tragic, behind the song.