The Voices of Asia Chamber Choir’s first concert of 2026, on June 13 in Melbourne, is dedicated to all who have sought a home in a new land, left parts of their past behind, and continue to dream of a better future.
Key Points
- The Voices of Asia Chamber Choir’s first concert of 2026 reflects a familiar journey for many migrants, becoming strangers in a new place, carrying memories of what was left behind, and continuing to pursue enduring dreams (Strangers, Ghosts, Dreams).
- These are stories that mirror the search for home and hope in a new land.
- Filipino-Australian Sandra Tan comes from a family deeply rooted in a love for music, with her grandparents serving as her greatest inspiration in embracing the art form.
- One of the newest members of the VOA Chamber Choir, Filipino-Australian software engineer Ric Mariano arrived in Australia in 2014 and soon sought ways to reconnect with and deepen his passion for music.
- The choir performs in multiple languages and represents a rich diversity of countries, including the Philippines, China, Japan, Korea, India, Malaysia, and other neighboring nations.
- The concert features the Filipino songs “Dahil Sa’yo” and “Iisang Bangka.”
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