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  • Yeng Constantino, Ice Seguerra, Arthur Nery and Paulo Zarate to judgeYour Song of Excellence Season 3!

    Yeng Constantino, Ice Seguerra, Arthur Nery and Paulo Zarate to judgeYour Song of Excellence Season 3!

    “YOUR SONG OF EXCELLENCE,” organized by Taiwan Excellence and co-presented by Aromase, Derma Angel, and Johnson Fitness Philippines, is back on its third season this year, and promises to be even bigger, bolder and grander than ever, with celebrity judges Yeng Constantino, Ice Seguerra, Arthur Nery and Paulo Zarate. Watch the official music video: https://bit.ly/YSOE2023MusicVideo

    On its Season 3, the Contest is not just about singing, but songwriting is introduced. A great occasion to showcase true Filipino musical talent and ingenuity, where cash and product prizes await the winners.

    Given the difficult task of judging this premier singing and songwriting competition are come-backing judges such as singer-composer and pop-rock royalty Yeng Constantino, music producer and songwriter Paulo Zarate from Season 2. Completing this year’s roster of judges are singer-songwriter, actor and director Ice Seguerra, and singer-songwriter and music heartthrob Arthur Nery, who are expected to give their own take on the display of singing prowess and songwriting acumen of this year’s contestants. Hosting “Your Song of Excellence” Season 3 is none other Nicole Laurel Asensio, a singer-songwriter whose also top-notch theater actress.

    If you are a Filipino citizen, male or female, aged 18 years old and above, and have big dreams of making a name in the Philippine entertainment industry, then join “Your Song of Excellence” Season 3 singing and songwriting competition.

    Joining is easy. Just head on to the “Your Song of Excellence” Season 3 audition link (bit.ly/YSOE2023Audition) and register your personal information details.

    As “Your Song of Excellence” Season 3 includes songwriting, it will be a more exciting journey for the aspirants. For the songwriting category, just upload an audio-video file of the original audition song with lyrics following the same file name format – JuanDelaCruz_Audition.mp3. Those auditioning for the singing competition have to choose from any of the six (6) Taiwan Excellence Registered Songs, which can be found at bit.ly/YSOE2023AuditionSongs. Once a song is chosen, simply upload an Audition Video following this file name format – JuanDelaCruz_Audition.mp4.

    Deadline for submission of audition entries is on September 15, 2023.

    “Your Song of Excellence” Season 3 is supported by major brand partners, Acer Philippines, Annie’s Way, ASUS Philippines, FECA, iBle, MSI, PC Express, Tatung, Predator Gaming and Republic of Gamers.

    So, what are you waiting for? This is your chance to be on the spotlight in the world of Filipino musical artists of the new generation. Join “Your Song of Excellence” Season 3 singing and songwriting contest. It will certainly be a life-changing moment.

    Reference;

    Richard C. Mamuyac

  • Taiwan Excellence’ “Your Song of Excellence” Season 3 opens for Singers AND Songwriters!

    Taiwan Excellence’ “Your Song of Excellence” Season 3 opens for Singers AND Songwriters!

    Third time is a charm, which is why “Your Song of Excellence,” one of the country’s grandest and much-awaited singing competitions, is back for an even bigger Season 3! The big change in this display of musical talents, co-presented by Aromase “Breathe & Grow” (bit.ly/Aromase), Derma Angel “The Science of Your Angel-Like Skin!” (bit.ly/Derma_Angel) and Johnson Fitness & Wellness “The Home of Fitness” (bit.ly/ShopJohnsonFitnessPH), is that it will not only be a singing, but also a songwriting contest, where big cash and product prizes await the Pinoy music geniuses.

    And just like in the past two seasons, joining remains easy. Simply register at “Your Song of Excellence” Season 3 audition link: bit.ly/YSOE2023Audition. To join the Singer Category, just choose from any of the six (6) Taiwan Excellence Registered Songs, which can be found at the same audition link. Only an audition song that came from the six (6) Taiwan Excellence Registered Songs will be qualified. After choosing a song, upload an Audition Video following this file name format – JuanDelaCruz_Audition.mp4. As for the Songwriter Category, simply upload an audio or video file of the originally composed song with lyrics at the same audition link, following the same file name format – JuanDelaCruz_Audition.mp3.

    If you’re a Filipino citizen, aged 18 years old and above, here’s another chance to make it big in the music and entertainment industry. Join “Your Song of Excellence” Season 3 singing and songwriting competition. Deadline for submission of audition entries is on September 15.

    “Your Song of Excellence” Season 3 is also supported by Taiwan Excellence brand partners, Acer Philippines, Annie’s Way, ASUS Philippines, Feca, iBle, MSi, Tatung, Republic of Gamers, PC Express and Predator Gaming.

    Follow facebook.com/taiwanexcellence.ph and instagram.com/taiwanexcellence_ph for more details and updates on Taiwan Excellence programs and activities.

    Reference:

    Richard C. Mamuyac

  • Winners crowned at “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 singing competition

    Winners crowned at “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 singing competition

    IT was an extremely tough singing competition but after the dusk of musical battle had settled, the Top 3 winners were announced at the conclusion of “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 Grand Finals, which was streamed live on October 31, 2022.

    The grand finals of “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 was one of the most exciting yet toughest singing competitions around. But at the end of each spectacular performance of the grand finalists, only three emerged victorious.

    Grand Finalists savoring their winning moment

    For the “Ballad” (#HeartsAtHome) category, crooner Redemptor Nuestro emerged as the Grand Champion for that category, and bested other grand finalists Rachell Laylo and Easter Joy Parsacala, who wound up as First Runner Up and Second Runner Up, respectively.

    Meanwhile, for the “Acoustic” (#FreshVibes) category, it was Izay Acoustic who took home the crown, while Jaworski Sison was declared First Runner Up, followed by Kirby Cruz won Second Runner Up honors.

    Respective VIP’s from TAITRA Office Manila. From left to right, Senior Project Manager Ms. Janine Tan, Manager Ms. Christine Kuo, and Director Alex Lai

    Finally, Vic Robinson truly rocked it out and displayed true rock spirit, and was eventually crowned grand champion under the “Rock” (#EpicRock) category of “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2. Genriel Diaz took First Runner Up honors, while Anne Ferrer wound up as Second Runner Up.

    All grand finalists did their best to impress the judges, where the criteria for judging was 35 percent for Voice Quality, 35 percent for Creativity, 20 percent for Stage Presence, and 10 percent for Online Votes.

    Hearts At Home Ballad Grand Champion Redemptor Nuestro with the respective judges, representatives from Ivory Music and TAITRA Director, Dir. Alex Lai

    Special awards were also handed out to some of the grand finalists. “Acoustic” category grand champion Izay Acoustic was also awarded as “Asus Incredible Performer,” while “Rock” category First Runner Up Genriel Diaz won the “Predator Conquering Performance of the Night” award. For the last special award, “Ballad” category First Runner Up Rachell Laylo was adjudged as winner of the “Aromase Aromazin’ Performer” award.

    The “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 grand finals was also made special with the presence of VIP guests and representatives from the competition’s brand partners. Present were Taiwan Trade Center Manila Director Alex Lai, Christine Kuo, Manager, and Janine Tan, Senior Project Manager.

    Respective VIP’s from TAITRA Office Manila. From left to right, Senior Project Manager Ms. Janine Tan, Manager Ms. Christine Kuo, and Director Alex Lai

    Also gracing the grand finals were James Huang, Country Product Manager of Asus, Sue Ong-Lim, General Manager of Acer, Jesse Tan, Vice President for Sales and Marketing at PC Express, who also represented Aromase, and Pola Vinoya, Publishing and Marketing Officer, and Aaron Calderon, Marketing Specialist, both from Ivory Music.

    It was a night worth remembering, and many are still hoping for another season of “Your Song of Excellence,” which is slowly turning out to be one of the most anticipated singing competitions in the country.

    Epic Rock Grand Champion Vic Robinson with the respective judges and representatives from Ivory Music

    “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 happened because of its magnificent roster of partner brands, such as premier brands Aromase.Ph, Asus PH, Predator Gaming, and major brand partners Acer Philippines, Annie’s Way, FECA PH, Johnson Fitness, LUFTQI, Transcend Philippines, Zyxel, Dacian, and Tatung, with music partner Ivory Music.

    Don’t forget to like and follow Taiwan Excellence page:

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/TaiwanExcellence.ph
    IG: @taiwanexcellence_ph

    REFERENCE:

    Richard Mamuyac

  • Get ready to find out “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 grand champions

    Get ready to find out “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 grand champions

    Make no mistake about it. The tough preliminary is over and done with, same with the tougher semifinals stage.

    Now, the remaining contestants will experience the toughest part of the competition that will beat all the other stages as “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 enters the Grand Finals, the pinnacle of the competition. Here, the best among the best will be crowned the “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 grand winner.

    And from the thousands of auditionees and the 30 semi-finalists who battled it out to know who would march through to the grand finals, only nine contestants (or three grand finalists for each category, whether Ballad, Acoustic, or Rock) remain.

    The Top 3 Grand Finalists for “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 under the “Ballad” (#HeartsAtHome) category are:

    ● Easter Joy Parsacala

    ● Rachell Laylo

    ● Redemptor Nuestro

    For the “Acoustic” (#FreshVibes) category, those who made it to the Grand Finals are:

    ● Kirby Cruz

    ● Izay Acoustic

    ● Jaworksi Sison

    And finally, the Top 3 grand finalists who will do a sing-off for the “Rock” (#EpicRock) category are:

    ● Genriel Diaz

    ● Vic Robinson

    ● Anne Ferrer

    Each of the grand finalists will go for the throat to determine who among them is the best in their respective categories. And their battles are made even more arduous with a more stringent judging criteria. Each contestant will be judged based on Voice Quality at 35%, Creativity also at 35%, and Stage Presence with 20%. Netizens will also have a say in the judging as 10% of the grand finalists’ scores will come from Online Votes.

    After the rigorous judging, only 1 grand finalist for each category will remain standing and will be declared grand champion for their category in this year’s “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2.

    So, remember the date: October 31, 2022, which is just a few days away when the Grand Finals of “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 will be streamed live and the grand champions for each of the categories will be known. The grand champion from each category will win P50,000 worth of cash and products plus a major recording deal with Ivory Music, one of the country’s biggest independent record labels. The 2nd and 3rd Runners Up for each of the categories won’t go home empty handed for they will win P30,000 and P15,000, respectively.

    And just like all the other stages, voting for your winner is easy. Make sure your votes include the official hashtag “#YSOE2022Grand_NAME” on all comments so that your vote will be counted.

    “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 is organized by Taiwan Excellence, with premier brands Aromase Philippines, Asus, and Predator Gaming as sponsors, with Ivory Music as music partner.

    Major brand partners include Acer Philippines, Annie’s Way 安妮絲薇果凍面膜第一品牌, FECA PH, Johnson Fitness Philippines, LUFTQI空氣淨化專家, Transcend Philippines, Zyxel.ph, Dacian, and Tatung.

    Don’t forget to like and follow Taiwan Excellence on its social media accounts:
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaiwanExcellence.ph
    Instagram: @taiwanexcellence_ph

    REFERENCE:

    Richard C. Mamuyac

  • Tougher competition seen as “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 enters the semis

    Tougher competition seen as “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 enters the semis

    AFTER weeks of choosing from hundreds of singing hopefuls on who will make it to the next round of virtual singing competition “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2, the dream of becoming the competition’s next grand winner becomes even closer.

    The “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 semi-finals stage, however, is no walk in the park so expect the semis stage of the competition to become harder and tougher as the judges choose the best among the best. The grind-out semis will most certainly bring out the finest in each of the hopefuls as they all try to get closer to the pinnacle of the competition: the Grand Finals!

    But first, they have to hurdle the semis phase in their respective categories, whether Ballad, Acoustic, or Rock.

    The Top 10 Semi-Finalists for “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 under the “Ballad” (#HeartsAtHome) category are:

    · EASTER JOY PARSACALA

    · MA. NICOLE ANDRAE RAMOS

    · RACHELL ALISWAG LAYLO

    · JOHN CARLO GUBA

    · JOHN PAUL C. LINTAG

    · BRYAN D. DOLENDO

    · ZILLAH E. CABARLES

    · REDEMPTOR J. NUESTRO

    · ANGELIQUE A. CRUZ

    · ALLAN M. BADILLA JR.

    As for the “Acoustic” (#FreshVibes) category, the Top 10 Semi-Finalists are:

    · KIRBY CRUZ

    · MELINDA TORRE

    · MARIE T. DUMADARA

    · IZAY BAND

    · JULES DUO

    · MICHAEL REY REGALADO

    · KEL FULGENCIO

    · JAWORSKI B. SISON

    · GELEEN G. MANIEGO

    · ANDREW ESTALILLA

    Finally, for the “Rock” (#EpicRock) category, the Top 10 Semis competitors are:

    · AIXIA MALLARY

    · GENRIEL A. DIAZ

    · VIC ROBINSON

    · ADRIAN S. CRISANTO

    · DREI MADRIÑAN BOLO

    · KURT ALVIN PARAS

    · ANNE FERRER

    · ANGELO NINO VALDEZ GO

    · ALJUNE MARK L. BAYLE

    · KESSENTH CHENG

    So just how tough is the semi-final stage of “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2? Only the Top 3 singers out of the Top 10 semi-finalists in each category will move on to compete during the Grand Finals.

    For the semi-finals, the tough criteria for judging is 60 percent of total judges’ scores, with 40 percent coming from online voting.

    The #HeartsAtHome semi-finals episode will premiere on September 11, 2022, and the deadline for voting will be on September 16, 2022. The names of the grand finalists for the Ballad category will be announced on September 20, 2022.

    This will be followed by the #FreshVibes or Acoustic category semi-finals, happening on September 21, 2022, while deadline for voting is on September 26, 2022. The names of the Top 3 grand finalists will be announced on September 30, 2022.

    Finally, the #EpicRock or Rock category semi-finals will be shown on October 1, 2022, with deadline for voting on October 6, 2022. Those who will go to the Grand Finals will be known on October 10, 2022.

    And then, the much-awaited Grand Finals for “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 will happen on October 30, 2022. It will be a slam-bang musical fest among the best of Filipino musical talent that everyone should not miss.

    A whopping P1,000,000 worth of cash and products combined await winners in all categories, plus, a major recording deal with Ivory Music, one of the biggest independent record labels in the country, to help jumpstart the winners’ recording career.

    Voting is easy. Just type the official hashtags for each category, whether #HeartsAtHome for Ballad, #FreshVibes for Acoustic, or #EpicRock for the Rock categories, on the Comments section of the posted episode. Make sure your votes will count by including the “#YourSongOfExcellence2022” hashtag on all comments. If there’s no “#YourSongOfExcellence2022” hashtag, the vote will not be counted, and it would be such a waste for it will hurt your choice’s chances of making it to the Grand Finals.

    “Your Song of Excellence” Season 2 is organized by Taiwan Excellence, with premier brands Aromase PH, Asus PH, and Predator Gaming as sponsors, with Ivory Music as music partner and Far Eastern University as performing arts partner.

    Major brand partners include Acer Philippines, Annie’s Way 安妮絲薇果凍面膜第一品牌, FECA PH, Johnson Fitness Philippines, LUFTQI空氣淨化專家, Transcend Philippines, Zyxel.ph, Dacian, and Tatung.

    Don’t forget to like and follow Taiwan Excellence page.
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TaiwanExcellence.ph
    Instagram: @taiwanexcellence_ph

    REFERENCE:

    Richard C. Mamuyac