AZ BATTLE OF TALENTS 2024!
PHOENIX, ARIZONA - The night unfolded with pulsating excitement at the grand opening of Arizona's local artists, showcasing their musical prowess inspired by the award-winning Filipino songwriter, Nonoy Zuniga.
This remarkable event marked the debut of a festive musical concert, meticulously produced by R3 Production LLC under the expert supervision of Richard Navarro, Robert Baysan, and Rene Gamboa. The Arizona Talent Search 2024 was aptly named the "Battle of Talents."
The venue for this extraordinary spectacle was the Saint Paul Church Auditorium in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona.
The spotlight shone on twelve distinguished Arizona local artists, each bringing their unique flavor to the stage. From Darwin Santos, the mesmerizing lead singer of The Voyager, to Macbeth Pascua, renowned as the Voice of Asia, and Miles King, Arizona's very own Rock Star Diva. Mabing Navarro graced the event as the Desert Diva.
Completing the ensemble were other local gems: Wilitez Porier, Mabel Gamboa, Liza Ibayan, Jac-Jac Alba, Tess Mirafuentes, Tina Estes, and Angel Gregorio.
The festivities kicked off in the morning with a
talent search that spanned across lower divisions (ages 5 to 15 years old) and
upper divisions (16 years old and above). The lower division boasted at least 5
groups and 4 individual contestants, while the upper division featured an
impressive lineup of 14 individual contestants.
The panel of judges for this exhilarating
contest included the dynamic Ms. Pia Moran, known for her comedic flair and
body language finesse, alongside the Chief Executive Officer of Asian Media
Network, President of TNT Arizona Radio, and Publisher of Viet Lifestyle
Magazine, Ms. Thanh Mai Le. Last but certainly not least, the stage was graced
by the presence of the multi-awarded artist and performer, Mr. Miloy Canete.
Before the eagerly awaited live concert at 6 in
the evening, the air was thick with anticipation as the winners were announced.
Each recognized talent added a new dimension to the evening's splendor. Hosting
the event was the charismatic Mr. John Saavedra, an English/Literature teacher
and former educator at the Education Department in Guam, joined by his co-host,
the business owner of Homecare Services, Salad Master dealer, and the brains
behind Baysan Production, Ms. Sharon Jane Baysan.
R3 Production LLC holds a fervent hope that this event not only brought joy and excitement to the audience but also served as a launching pad for future editions. The anticipation lingers for more talents to grace this stage in the coming years, turning the Arizona Talent Search into an enduring celebration of artistic brilliance. PMAA