About this Event
A Thrill of Hope - Holiday Concert
In the warm glow of candle light, let us surround you in song and take you to a place away from the rush of the holidays to bring you respite and renewal. In the season of gathering, we retreat to that breaking light of a new morning most Filipinos begin with in prayer, carol, and worship at Simbang Gabi. The masses that traditionally begin in the dark of night end at dawn in anticipation of Christmas. A collective longing, our inward yearning, ever grateful for the promise of hope, centers the program of this concert. And in the spirit of Simbang Gabi, the experience includes drinks and light snacks.
We are proud to present LALÒ, Filipino American choir and National Finalist for The American Prize in Choral Performance (Community Division 2026) featuring mezzo-soprano Michelle Mariposa, Grand Finals winner of Metropolitan Opera Laffont Competition in 2025, and countertenor Kyle Tingzon, first prize winner of the 8th Annual Handel Aria Competition. Under the direction of Dr. Raoul Carlo F. Angangco, experience a choral concert of serene, joyous celebration!
Event venue & nearby stays
Sentro Filipino, 814 Mission St, San Francisco, United States
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