Universal Harvester, Inc., together with the local government of Banaue offers a new experience to the Filipino and to the world.
The 2018 BANAUE International Music Composition Competition invites composers around the Philippines and all over the world to create Banaue-inspired symphonic works. This is the first time that a competition of this magnitude will be held in the Philippines. With the Grand Prize of USD 12,000, two Consolation Prizes of USD 6,000 each, and the week-long immersion in Banaue, this momentous event is set to bring excitement and cultural awakening to the selected participants and the province of Banaue.
A total of 20 selected composer- fellows will be part of the Banaue Immersion Program. This is where they will learn and experience local culture and music. With new perspective and inspiration, the composer- fellows may revise their entry before the semi-finals.
The composer- fellows will rehearse their pieces with an entire orchestra, open for the Banaue audience to enjoy Banaue.
Only 10 composer- fellows Fellows will be chosen to be the finalists to perform on the Finals Night on July 25 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines.
This competition is in line with the Banaue Rice Restoration Project of Universal Harvester Incorporated headed by Dr. Milagros O. How and the local government of Banaue led my Mayor Jerry U. Dalipog. With the attention that the event will be getting, may it also create awareness of the current situation of the World Heritage Treasure and encourage people to participate and help.
“We want to let the world know that the Philippines is home to great wonders, not just in terms of natural resources, but also in inspiring talents from all over the world,” says Dr. How.
The deadline for entries is on April 15. For more details, visit www.banauemusic.org