The March 2 concert hosted by Malacañang was a tribute to famous soloist and concert pianist Stella Goldenberg-Brimo and was aimed at introducing Filipino youth to world-class music concerts.
Dubbed as the "Goldenberg: The Concert Series”, it was held at the historic Goldenberg Mansion in San Miguel, Manila to connect Filipino youth with talented musicians in the country.
The concert featured performances by the musicians from the Manila Symphony Orchestra, including Mariel Ilusorio, a protégé of Stella Goldenberg-Brimo herself.
Among the attendees were music students from various schools and universities, including the University of Santo Tomas, La Consolacion College, and San Beda University, as well as scholars from the PARC Foundation and the Manila Symphony Orchestra Music Academy. The concert also drew patrons of music and board members from cultural and arts commissions, including the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA), the Asian Cultural Council (ACC), and the National Music Competitions for Young Artists (NAMCYA).
The Goldenberg Mansion was once the residence of Stella Goldenberg-Brimo, a regular soloist with the Manila Symphony Orchestra after the Second World War.
The Malacañang-hosted concert marks the first of a series of monthly concerts to be held at the Goldenberg Mansion, each showcasing talented Filipino musicians and fostering collaborations within the Philippine art and music community.
"Goldenberg: The Concert Series" also aims to create unique concerts that blend genres and art experiences, while honoring notable heritage and cultural celebration months.