CAFASinger's Non-Concert 2016

Hello Guys, 

Not without a tinge of disappointment, I would like to inform you that we have shelved our idea for a CAFASinger concert in 2016. The production details in the plan were not coming together as expected and time for the preparation is going fast.  As the organization of the show was being initiated by the proponents, just too many uncertainties arose in the requirement for the musical component of the show.  

The major proponents of the project are CAFA Fine Arts alumni who had faith in the ability and market draw still of the CAFASingers.  In behalf of the CAFASingers, I would like to thank Pearl, Fe and the Fine Arts organization for their their bold vision and zeal in initiating the project. Likewise kudos to all other CAFAs (we know them) who particularly helped nurture and promote the idea of a concert project. This includes overseas CAFAs Alice, Bess, Nore and Eileen who inspired by expressing their early commitment and support. 

In the end, the main issue was technical.  For the concert to be memorable and worthy, the unique CAFASinger sound was perceived as crucial to provide. Dero, Dinky and Oni worked to look into options and solutions on how to bring this about at this time but in the end it was deemed better to forego.  In writing this report, I was coming out of a resigned state that  I had thought of captioning this Blog “the day the music died”. But I changed my outlook after Alice wrote to me, “music brought the CAFAs together, and thus CAFA future reunions will never have want for music”. 

She's right.  We will make music together again somehow.  Adieu for now and always keep singing even if it’s only karaoke time with family or even alone in the bath!  Mabuhay!

Onimayo

Bobby & Babee 30 years!

On May 3, Sunday, Babee & Bobby Bareiro renewed their nuptial vows at scenic Fernwood Gardens in Quezon City.  The event celebrated their 30^th year of marriage. Their relatives, friends and business associates participated in the lavish affair.

It was a night of joy and music.  Bea and Kitkat, Babee’s two articulate daughters, showcased an emotionally moving video where they expressed their love for their parents.  Ate Nieva from CAFA days (Babee's sister, remember?) remains her exuberant self and who touched based with the CAFAsingers who once practiced their singing in her home in QC when the group was starting out.  The other guests included high profile show biz celebrities and professional talents who were ever involved with Babee and Bobby’s promotional projects through the years.

In her speech on stage, Babee confessed that for some reason, the CAFAs were not present in her original wedding some 30 years ago and that she is happy they came this time.  The CAFAs let her know that they remembered this ‘afront’ and they made her feel it with their “It’s about time” mock poise.  The CAFAs were: Cynthia, Emi, Dero, Dinky, Alex, Cecille, Pearl and Vic, Eddie and Alice and Oni and Bili.

The venue was fabulous.  The bridal gown was fastidious.  The food was delicious.  The entertainment was stupendous.  The CAFAs had a memorable night and is grateful to Babee for yet another opportunity to get together. Topping the exhilirating experience for the CAFAs is witnessing the love that Babee and Bobby visibly displayed for each other as a family unit and specifically seeing Babee so happy.

A salute from the CAFAs:  To Bobby and Babee, may you have many more joyful and happy years to come.  Cheers!   

See slide show for more photos.