Based in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada, Himig Kabataan Cultural Society (HKCS) is a choral ensemble led by Fil-Canadian youth, the first of its kind in Canada. With members ages 15-25, HKCS performs compositions by Filipino artists, from folk songs to contemporary pieces. This group of multicultural Fil-Canadian youth strives to share the beauty of Filipino music and share its significance to the world. HKCS has had the privilege to perform locally, including singing the Canadian National Anthem at major sporting events, and has shared their talents internationally, making their global debut in Colombia in November 2025.
HKCS leaders are Bea Correa, Founder and Executive Director; Matthew Perez, Musical Director; and John Reyes, Pianist and Assistant Musical Director.
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IFCM International Online Cafes are open to everyone! Recordings are available to IFCM members only. Since the first online meeting in 2023, IFCM has invited prestigious choral leaders, conductors and composers, from all over the world: Maria Guinand (Venezuela), Eric Banks (USA), Michael Ostrzyga (Germany), Tracy Wong (Malaysia/Canada), Luz Helena Peñaranda (Colombia), Joel Magus P. Navarro (Philippines), Ana María Raga (Venezuela), Carmen Acevedo (Puerto Rico), Jurģis Cābulis (Latvia), Lim Ai Hooi (Singap
Read moreOur focus at the moment is to unite the choral calendars of international choral organisations. Meanwhile please consult the calendar of choral events published by the European Choral Association - Europa Cantat here.
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