Astounding Jesse Lucas in FULL RANGE Part 1

from left: Jess Lucas, Roeder Camañag does Elvis move. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

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By Jude Bautista

Very few composers/musicians will be able to say their work spans movies, theater and TV. Fewer still are those who can claim countless memorable soundtracks and hits in each medium. One such composer is Jesse Lucas who started off the TRIPLE THREATS Series at the CCP last August 20, 2015. This year they feature the composers: Jesse Lucas, Vincent De Jesus (September 24) and Rony Fortich (October 22).

Jesse Lucas is one of the most prolific and talented composers of our time. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

From his film work alone he has earned: FAMAS Hall of Fame award (2010), Gawad Tanglaw Best Music- ALIENASYON (2015), Gawad Tanglaw Best Music –ANO ANG KULAY NG NAKA LUMITANG PANGARAP? (2014). 2005 was a bumper crop for him when he earned Los Angeles Best Screamfest Intl Best Music-SIGAW, FAMAS Best Score- MANO PO 3 and Yong Critic’s Circle Best Sound and Aural Orchestration- SIGAW. He has also composed music for Philippine Ballet Theater productions such as CHANTED JOURNEYS (2010), DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN (2008), SARIMANOK (1998) and BONIFACIO (1997).

from left: Jesse Lucas, Lobreza Pimentel and Peter San Juan of Phil Ballet Theater and Camille Lopez-Molina perform AWITNI BUGAN from CHANTED JOURNEYS choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

His most recent theater work includes: PEPE RIZAL SA ISIP SALITA AT GAWA directed by Floy Quintos, JUNTO AL PASIG and SANDOSENANG SAPATOS both for the Valenzuela City Center of the Performing Arts, Gantimpala Theater Foundation’s- CINDERELLA, PAGONG AT MATSING. He’s worked with every production from Tanghalang Pilipino to Dulaang U.P.

from left: Angela Herrera, Natasha Cabrera and Nikki Herrera. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Every successful film director from Jose Javier Reyes, Joel Lamangan, Adolf Alix Jr and Jun Lana has tapped his talent. He is probably one of the most of the most prolific and successful composers of our time in a career that spans the mid 90s to the present.

A lot of talented performers came out to celebrate the work of Jesse Lucas. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

For that special night, the number of talented artists who have stepped up and shared a wonderful celebration of Jesse Lucas impressive career is staggering: Irma Adlawan, Liesl Batucan, Natasha Cabrera, Roder Camañag, CMKC, Sheila Francisco, Al Gatmaitan, Franco Laurel, Camille Lopez Molina, Banaue Miclat Janssen, Ayen Munji Laurel, Sandino Martin, Rica Nepmuceno, Tex Ordoñez, Bodjie Pascua, Sweet Plantado Tiongson, Phil Ballet Theater, Pillowcase Band, Jun Jun Quintana, Valenzuela City Center for the Perfroming Arts (VCCPA), U.E. Silangan Dance Troupe.

from right: Franco Laurel, Ayen Munji-Laurel, Roeder Camañag, Che Ramos Cosio and Chrome Cosio. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jun-jun Quintana; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Actor Jun jun Quintana surprised everyone with his vocal prowess in AWIT NG HILING and KAYA KO. Sandino Martin who also sang vocals for the number has wowed theater fans with his stint in MANHID and will be in Nick Joaquin’s LARAWAN for 2016. Quintana on the other hand has won URIAN Best Supporting actor for PHILIPPINO STORY. In his younger days Jun jun was in an underground band.

Sandino Martin; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

AWIT NG HILING is from the musical JUNTO AL PASIG and KAYA KO is from SANDOSENANG SAPATOS. Both were produced by the Valenzuela City Center of the Performing Arts, which had some dancers and cast members who performed during the song. The band PILLOWCASE added a wider instrumental dimension while composer Jesse Lucas himself was on piano.

Natasha Cabrera w VCCPA dancers; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

VCCPA members that night include: Dona Balbag, Angela Herrera, Nicole Herrera, Sheila Espina, Kimberly Somoza, Ross De Leon, Ira Ruzz Renomeron, Kate Urrutia, Jhaezel Karla Madronio and Christian Bautista. PILLOWCASE members: Nini Calingo-Polizon – vocals, Andie Onte – vocals, Dale James Ferrer – guitar/vocals, Jonn Enguero – drums/vocals and Jeff Labutap – bass/vocals.

VCCPA from left: Jhaezel Karla Madronio, Ira Ruzz Renomeron and Kate Urrutia. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Jess Lucas & Liesl Batucan; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Liesl Batucan is one of the stars from REPERTORY PHILIPPINES. The versatile performer sang a heart rending I WILL LISTEN. The song was originally performed in BENILDE THE MUSICAL. Liesl describes the song, “This is one of Jesse’s earliest works for musical theater. I didn’t get to sing this song particular (originally). But you know what? I wish I had. It’s a beautiful tender song that a loving mother sings to her deaf and mute son. In the original run it was performed by a youngFaith Cuneta, with a very young cast. Together with, at that time, the very young Nyoy Volante. Tonight maybe a little maturity maybe mine, might just be what tis song needs.” Librettist in BENILDE THE MUSICAL is Ricky Gallardo and directed by Andre Tiangco.

Liesl Batucan sang I WILL LISTEN; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Roeder Camañag performed MULI SA IYONG ALA ALA. The song is from URBANA AT FELISA with Roni Bertubin as both Librettist and Director. Roeder is a two time ALIW Best stage actor and has had many nominations from the Gawad Urian.

Roeder Camañag; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

In the official program Jesse Lucas wrote about his journey in producing the concert: “FULL RANGE has given me time to look back and be very grateful… Big big thank you to Mr. Ryan Cayabyab for the inspiration and the push, before, during and after the memorable years I spent in the U.P. College of Music. I am just one of many, many, many musicians songwriters, composers and musical artists in the industry whose lives have been touched by his music passion and generosity.”

–watch out for the second installment of this article.

FULL RANGE The Music of Jesse Lucas, in cooperation with The Talent Factory Inc and Artist Playground sponsored by VCCPA, Frederick Peralta, Sea Cocoon Hotel, Davao Tuna Grill, Richgold Weddings, Philippine Opera Company, THE CLOSET-Image and Great Styling, CUT Encarnacion Group of Salons.

from left: Roeder Camañag, Jesse Lucas, Toots Tolentino, Junjun Quintana and Sandino Martin. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Natasha Cabrera w VCCPA dancers; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

PROFILE from official program

Valenzuela City Center for the Performing Arts (VCCPA)

The Valenzuela City Center for the Performing Arts is the brainchild of Mayor Sherwin T. Gatchalian. It was created by Executive Order 2006-036 to encourage and promote greater awareness of culture and the arts among Valenzuelanos. Its vision is to make Valenzuela City as the seat of culture and the arts in the CAMANAVA area. The VCCPA is an organization that fosters new avenues where the youth of its city can productively channel their energies and experience the benefits of the performing arts. It provides its members with free and extensive training in singing , dancing and acting. Musical productions are also produced here in order to showcase members’ talents.

VCCPA from left: Nikki Herrera, Joyce Tejero, Angela Herrera, Jesse Lucas Cyril Balderama, Tex Ordoñez, Donalyn Balbag, Levin Carlos, Christian Bautista and Raiza Dimaculangan. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Mars Callo and Banaue Miclat-Janssen. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

VCCPA gals from left: Angela Herrera, Donalyn Balbag and Nikki Herrera. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

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from left: Theater Patron & fashion auteur Frederick Peralta with Producer & Librettist Ricky Gallardo. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Liesl Batucan sang I WILL LISTEN; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Gibbs Cadiz; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Phil Panganiban, Gibbs Cadiz and Luigene Yanoria; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from right: Jun-jun Quintana, Donalyn Balbag, Sandino Martin and Ira Ruzz Renomeron. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Lobreza Pimentel and Peter San Juan of Phil Ballet Theater perform Awit ni Bugan from Chanted Journeys. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Librettist Dennis Marasigan with actress Mailes Kanapi. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

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right: CMKC (aka Christina Carbonell); Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Ibarra Mateo and Roeder Camañag. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

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Jun-jun Quintana; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Tex Ordoñez, Che Ramos Cosio, Chrome Cosio, Jesse Lucas and Jun jun Quintana. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

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CMKC (aka Christina Carbonell); Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

from left: Donalyn Balbag, Nicole Herrera, Natasha Cabrera, CMKC (aka Christina Carbonell) and Angela Herrera. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

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from left: Liesl Batican and Mars Callo; Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

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from right: Eric & Tex Ordoñez, Jesse Lucas and Lian Ordoñez. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

Phil. Ballet Theater & U.E. Silangan Dance Troupe excerpt DARANGEN NI BANTUGEN choreographed by Gener Caringal. Jesse Lucas FULL RANGE is part of the TRIPLE THREATS series The composers at CCP Tanghalang Aurelio Tolentino last August 20, 2015. Photo by Jude Bautista

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