By Ma. Danielle Grace S. Sagaral, The Word | 02:55 PM July 12, 2025
Holy Name University (HNU) served as the venue for the grand culminating concert of DUYOG: The 1st Bohol International Youth Orchestra Festival on July 9, 2025, held at the Fr. Patrick Barder, SVD Gymnasium.
The festival brought together young talents from both the Philippines and abroad, led by the Duyog Festival Orchestra—featuring the Manila Symphony Junior Orchestra and Children’s Orchestra Society (COS) Young Symphonic Ensemble of New York. They were joined by special guest performers including the Loboc Children’s Choir, Dimiao Rondalla, HNU Chorale, Duyog Festival Junior Ensemble, and the Duyog Festival Wind Ensemble.
The evening concert highlighted a rich and diverse repertoire, blending Western classical pieces like Divertimento and Symphony No. 4 with Filipino musical gems such as a medley of four Visayan songs, Alay sa Inang Bayan, and the rousing encore, Atin Cu Pung Singsing.
The event was a celebration of culture and youth, showcasing the power of music to unite and inspire across borders.
