Cebu City is known to be a talent spot for singers. It’s something about the islands that stimulate the young ones to try their hand in music whether it be in a musical instrument or in voice. Some notable singers are Pilita Corales, Manilyn Reynes, Vina Morales. and more. It’s not surprising that the ‘Idol’ judges exceed talent quota in Cebu
CEBU CITY—“OUR EXPECTATIONS were met, although I know there are so many good singers here who didn’t audition. They are afraid to risk their jobs,” declared “Philippine Idol” judge Pilita Corrales on the turnout of the major auditions here for the reality talent search on ABC 5.
The two-day tryouts held at the state-of-the-art Big Foot Entertainment compound yielded 36 contestants. A total of 89 had made it to the initial screening held on July 4.
“You will see these people in bars, clubs and hotel lounges here,” said Corrales, who shares judging chores task with composer Ryan Cayabyab and singer-TV host Francis Magalona. “They are afraid to leave their bands or jobs because they are unsure of their chances in the contest. I’m proud of those who made it here.”
The 36 contestants will compete in the theater auditions set Aug. 1-3 at the CCP Main Theater in Pasay City.
Some Idol contestants from Cebu to watch out for:
1. Kenneth Paul Alonzo, 21, who “looked and sounded very female” during the auditions. “He has a good singing voice. We were drawn to him. If he wins, the Philippines will be the first in the world to have an ‘Idol’ like that.”
2. Francis Magalona singled out Monette Rica Lim, a radiology technician, whom he found to be “too good to be true.” “She has the face, the height, nice hair, a good smile and a great voice,” said Magalona.
