Revamped JRG Halad Museum opens to the public

CEBU, Philippines - The revamped and completed Jose “Dodong” R. Gullas Halad Museum will finally open its doors to the public on June 14, 2011.

The museum houses songs and memorabilia of known Cebuano composers and artists, local and international musical instruments and paintings depicting Kinaiyang Sugbuanon.

The museum also features interactive music booths for visitors to enjoy and experience Cebuano music of yesteryears.

The JRG Halad Museum opening will commence with a mass celebration and blessing ceremony on Monday, June 13, 2011 at 3:00 pm.

The new archbishop of the Archdiocese of Cebu, His Excellency Most Reverend Jose Palma and His Eminence Ricardo Cardinal Vidal will grace the occasion.

The JRG Halad Museum will celebrate with a harana of some of the greatest and immortalized Cebuano songs composed by Ben Zubiri, Manny Cabase, Dodong Maningo, and many more.

Highlights include music by the internationally acclaimed UV Chorale and special guest performers, the unveiling of the winning Halad Theme Song composed by Mil Villareal and lyrics written by Mr. Leo Lastimosa, as well as the formal opening of the museum founder’s gallery and memorabilia. 

The musical performances will be broadcasted live over at DYAB and DYHP. Attendance at this event is by invitation only.

The JRG Halad Museum is open on weekdays from Mondays to Fridays, 9:00am-5:00pm, and open on weekends by appointment. Entry for Senior citizens is free. For more information, please call telephone no. (032) 268-2579. (FREEMAN)