DEC. 18, 2015 - PETE'S PLACE 2015 CHRISTMAS PARTY UPDATE

T'is the season to be jolly! Aptly a manifestation of what transpired last night as our 2015 Music Room Christmas Party unfolded smoothly and auspiciously, as expected. Food, music and warm friendly bonding were in abundance courtesy of all the loyal music room guests who dropped by the house. A conglomeration of old friends, new friends and musicians alike gathering in celebration the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ. What else can you possibly ask for?

At this time of the year, it’s not hard to imagine that most food caterers are already fully booked all thoughout the holiday season. It did took a lot of searching before one of our magnanimous sponsors, Richard Parcia, finally found one available. Problem solved. I thank God unendlessly for golden hearted friends like Richard, Mark Ronquillo and Reynald Perez that they do exist in this crazy world we live in. There is definitely hope for humanity. My hats off to all, who in one way or another, helped in making the evening a blast. From your music room family, we thank you so much! God bless you and your kind in heaps and bounds!

The caterer showed up exactly as scheduled despite traffic and discouraging proxomity of origin. With the table nicely set and food reheated, we were all set to go. Fitstop gym friend, Ervin Mate, was the earlybird then Erwin Dimaculangan and Jp Bugarin arriving moments later. Soon more guests showed up. It was party time.

Other musicians who joined me were plentiful as well. Among the long list who came to perform were Richard Parcia, Erwin Dimaculangan, Roger Salazar, Angelo Geronimo, Mark Ronquillo, Mark Longos, Tinnie Esguerra, Joaco Marco, Rick Trinidad, Aidge & Monchie Henares, Bubui Colico, Pj Cura, Nitoy Adriano and daughters Kate & Michelle, Kristine Virtucio, Paolo Manuel and Ronnie Bungubong of Komikskala, Kiko Montecillo and female vocalists Calai Mapua & Tetel Serra. A hefty roster of talented musicians individually and collectively sharing their God given ability to the delight of the appreciative crowd. Great jam guys!

The jam was relententless with each and every performer taking turns on stage. The music ranged from rock, to pop to jazz depending on the mood. Classic OPM songs were last on the menu with versatile musician Kiko Montecillo on keyboards. We were having so much fun that we did not notice that it was almost daylight. We finally called it a night at exactly 6:20am. Talk about jam overload. What a party!

In closing, let me not forget to acknowledge each and everyone who took part of this glorious fun celebration. Won't be able to remember all the names but thank you all so much for your                                                                                                       presence.

HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND EVERYONE! GOD BLESS US ALL!