Johann Strauss Society holds gala concert

The Johann Strauss Society of the Philippines (JSSP) will hold a gala concert on July 25 at the Rizal Ballroom of the Makati Shangri-La, featuring the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by maestro Michael Jacinto with outstanding artists performing well-loved arias.

Budding soprano Alexa Isobel Kaufman, based in Madrid, is coming home especially for this occasion, and will partner with seasoned tenor Christian Nagaño. Pinky Puno and dance partner Sergio Machon Jr. will perform a waltz to the music of Johann Strauss II.

JSSP chair and Consul General of Monaco Fortune Ledesma and JSSP president Olga Severino Martel lead the organization. JSSP treasurer Virginia Lane is this year’s event chairperson, with JSSP vice president and Consul of Gambia Agnes Huibonhoa and Marissa Fenton as cochairpersons.