n i l o   a l c a l a

c o m p o s e r 

"formidable treat:
​…a highly revealing, if insightful, orchestral piece….
Inquirer.Net +

“…marvelously ear-opening experience…
lively blending of choral and instrumental strands.” 
Musical America*

“…goosebumps…scaled peaks of genius.”
    Asian Journal*

“Closing out the evening was an extraordinary work….
The power of folk music when harnessed into a creative genius
…elevates and inspires us all. Bravo to Alcala!"
Shurvoice*
 
“...powerful enough to rival Carmina Burana
...spectacularly engaging,
clear through to a full-throttle, eye-popping finale. 
Composer Nilo Alcala’s concert finale
earned a well-deserved standing ovation.”
    Lauri’s List*

"...powerful..."
Manila Bulletin*
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“…exuberant and at times hypnotic….”
    Cultural Cocktail Hour*

“Extraordinary work, Nilo! BRAVO!”
    Eric Whitacre, composer*

"...very fine piece."
Morten Lauridsen, composer*

 "Equally profound...deeply moving musical journey."
World Music Central

+ on "Sayao sa Ilaoan"
* on  "Mangá Pakalagián"

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