Come hell or high water, bad weather or not, the birthday boy’s well wishers won’t be denied of last night’s epic and fun celebration. Despite torrential rains and flooding at some areas around us, a horde of merrymakers braved the challenging conditions, all for their beloved Monchster, my dear friend and kumpadre.
Monchie’s Dela Salle Greenhills’ batchmates showed up strong plus a sizeable attendance from the Pete’s Place Music Room friends all to greet him on his special day. As Monch earlier predicted, the jam indeed turned out to be totally amazing persisting till past 4:30am and with top notch musicians on the roster to boot.
Among the musical personalities who joined us to jam were Tinnie Esguerra, Richard Parcia, Rick Trinidad, Joaco Marco, Vincent Garrucho, Erwin Dimaculangan, Xyrus Judan, Sheldon Abuton, Rj Pineda, Xtine Mercado, Mayette Clemente and music room newbie and ex-drummer of “The Jerks” Nowie Favila among others. Also, Vincent’s talented daughters Max and Izzy contributed each a song number too. Game representatives from the celebrant’s highschool batchmates and some in their group participated as well.
It was gratifying to see the party going very well as planned with an abundance of food and drinks available for the taking courtesy of generous loving friends. Our outmost gratitude to all the magnanimous donors. Everyone was having so much fun that the wine, liquor and beer and the whole spread of foodstuff on the buffet table were all totally devoured by the end the night. That was definitely a good indication of victory. As always, we thank God for the blessings.
The live music was breathtaking all throughout, with everyone on stage giving their all. It was great to see Richard Parcia back on stage performing again and doing what he does best. With most of Richard’s band mates around, he was finally able to confidently sing a set of his favorite tunes to the delight of the celebrant and the audience around. Excellent job Richard! You never lost your touch.
I must say that you can actually tell that House Band honcho Tinnie Esguerra was having a time of his life, as well, when you see him multi-tasking, lording the guitar including the bass while unhesitant and uncharacteristically playing the elusive tune “Buttercup” at the magic hour. I am actually lost for words. What can this man not do?
As always a trooper, music room favorite daughter, world class musician and vocalist Xtine Mercado, on the other hand, wowed the crowd with her usual brand of talent doing exceptional vocals while playing the guitar. Rj Pineda played the keyboards and guitar and was brilliant as expected. Great jam guys!
We were all safe and dry in the confines of the room but the rain was unrelenting all night outdoors causing floods everywhere. We hope and trust that everyone got home safe and sound.
In behalf of the birthday boy Monchie Henares, I would like to thank each and everyone who made sure to come over just to celebrate this special evening with him despite bad weather conditions. You are true friends indeed! God bless you all.
And so, another successful birthday celebration concluded and we are now eagerly looking forward to the next one on the list. Till then, we once again proceed to our regular Friday jam night. See you all then.
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND EVERYONE! GOD BLESS US ALL!
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