Venerii Malabanan

Violist in Manila

Venerii Malabanan

Violist in Manila

Hi there! I am Venerii, an aspiring violist and teacher based in Manila, Philippines.

Music has been a passion and part of me since I was 13 years old. I started when I learned how to play the viola as I joined the Children's Orchestra of the Orchestra of the Filipino Youth. At an early age, I was exposed to classical music and to the works of Mozart, Beethoven, and many more great composers.

Being part of the orchestra encouraged me to embrace and nurture myself as an artist within music. With this, it led me to continue and pursue my journey as an aspiring violist. I pursued music as my major when I entered senior high school at Santa Isabel College of Manila.

Now, I am currently pursuing my Bachelor of Music with a Major in Viola Performance under the tutelage of Mr. Joy Allan Dela Cruz at the University of Santo Tomas Conservatory of Music.

I believe that through music, we can connect with other people by performing or collaborating with others, sharing personal stories behind music, and teaching others. By sharing your passion for music, you can build connections and make a positive impact on others.

We all have our own narratives and goals as aspiring musicians. My goal is to help and encourage other aspiring musicians to reach their dreams and to nurture their passion for music. I am hoping that I can help and guide you in your musical journey as your music teacher or as a performer. If you will let me, I would be glad to be part of your musical journey.