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Aug 4, 20241 min read
Cultural Center of the Philippines Encyclopedia of Philippine Art
I could never have imagined seeing my name in an encyclopedia, but this incredible moment has come to pass. It is an indescribable honor...


May 18, 20241 min read
Philippine Music and Culture Summit 2024
I am deeply honored to have been selected as one of the keynote speakers at the 2024 Philippine Music & Culture Summit in Dumaguete City,...

Apr 1, 20241 min read
SCHEDULED PREMIERES | April - June 2024
I've always adored traveling, and one of the joys of being a composer is that you can simultaneously exist in multiple places through...


Feb 19, 20241 min read
2024 Congress Awarding
It’s truly a great feeling and honor when the government recognizes your craft and artistry. Today, I received Resolution No. 181 from...

Nov 5, 20231 min read
54th TOLOSA CHORAL CONTEST 2023
After dedicating months to preparing and making sacrifices, our efforts have finally been rewarded. We, the Male Ensemble Philippines,...


Mar 19, 20231 min read
Workshop with the Thai Youth Choir
Such a delight to be back in Bangkok again. Had a wonderful time working with the enthusiastic and wonderful voices of Thai Youth Choir...


Feb 23, 20231 min read
2023 Ani Ng Dangal Award
It is a great pleasure to give honor for the country and it is an honor to be given an award from your country 🇵🇠. A big thank you to...


Feb 11, 20231 min read
DUBAI WORKSHOPS
Had a blast doing workshops and a masterclass with the Dubai Vocal Ensemble, Chorus Omnis, Vox Maharlika Singers. Such a treat also to...


Oct 29, 20222 min read
2022 BUSAN CHORAL FESTIVAL happenings...
Overjoyed. Grateful. Honored. My latest piece "Amihan" won 1st place at the 2022 Busan Choral Festival & Composition Competition....

Sep 30, 20221 min read
INFINITAS: The Choral Works of Ily Matthew Maniano Vol. II
Finally! INFINITAS is OUT! I Can't wait to share this compilation of works written during the Pandemic plus 2 new songs! The whole cast...

Aug 12, 20221 min read
on COMPOSITION COMPETITIONS...
2 wonderful news to share! Deeply honored to be the 2022 Winner of the Cambridge Chamber Singers International Choral Composition...


Apr 29, 20221 min read
LINCOLN CENTER DEBUT
Delighted to hear that my music debuted at the World Renowned Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall (April 29, 8pm) by the acclaimed Wartburg...

Apr 3, 20221 min read
2nd Place: Concurso de Composicion (Bucaramanga, Colombia)
Didn't get the 1st but got the 2nd Prize in the 5th Gustavo Gomez Ardila Composition Competition - based on Colombian Folk Rhythms - in...


Oct 8, 20211 min read
PREMIERES with ily
Come join us on the world premiere of "the 23rd Psalm" together with 10 choirs from around the world. Showing on 16 October 2021, 8:30 pm...

Dec 3, 20201 min read
Another world premiere coming soon!
Catch the SONOS | Voices of hope for another world premiere of "Padayon" a song about moving forward, this coming SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5,...

Dec 3, 20201 min read
Whitacre's 6 Favorite Virtual Choir Performances
Waking up to such news! Deeply honored to be included in his list. Quite happy that Eric was moved by our music. Check out the complete...


Dec 3, 20201 min read
Be Still My Soul - a world e-premiere
The world was startled upon the start of this pandemic. Even though the world has stopped, music will continue. Here's our offering to...


Dec 3, 20201 min read
OPUS - Quarantine (4th edition)
Our learning never stops amidst this pandemic. 4th edition has come to an end. Check out what my brilliant students have to say. Standby...


Dec 3, 20201 min read
Check out Muziksea!
Sealed the deal with these fantastic people. They now distribute some of my choral works. Go check out www.muziksea.com for more choral...


Dec 3, 20201 min read
1st Bali Christmas Choir Competition | BALI, INDONESIA 2019
Honored to be invited as one of the Judges for the Bali Christmas Choir Competition organized by Tommy Kandisaputra and the Bandung...
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