Tacoma Refugee Choir presents Awitin Mo! An Intro to Filipino Music
Free (RSVP required)
Join Tacoma Refugee Choir in celebrating our community and its Filipino musical traditions and artistry! Renowned musician, activist, and educator Roger Rigor will guide us through a vibrant journey of Filipino music—past, present, and future. Experience the rich tapestry of Filipino musical traditions through hands-on learning and storytelling.
About Roger Rigor
Philippine-born and raised, retired public-school, math/science teacher, Roger Rigor—or "Kuya" Roger, as he is fondly called by many of his young students—is the Chairman of the Board of the Foundation for Philippine Progress. Lately, he is actively involved with young artists, collaborating and creating music that reflects the times and the issues that impact the Philippines; promotes the re- awakening of the Filipino voice and narrative in music, from the roots of Original Pilipino Music (or OPM) and against the backdrop of the copy-cat years of Western cultural influence; he also teaches Tagalog in the Foundation’s effort to bridge the cultural gap prevalent among the growing global Filipino diaspora.