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I enjoyed this weeks Gala performances compared to last week when all the Protégés, except for Nomer, were all nervous and lacked focus. Samantha Leaves Protege Samantha is the second protege to be eliminated based on text votes and judges' score. Her performance tonight was not as good as her first one. She looked like she had apprehensions about tonight's elimination that showed in her performance. Judge Louie Ocampo (composer) said, "hindi nag-jive yung kinanta niya sa kanyang character...." Samantha topped the Dagupan auditions. Her mentor was Joey Generoso of Side A. The Gala Performances Nomer sang "If I Had You" by Adam Lambert. Nomer didn't like the song but he managed to nail it. This boy is fearless. His advantage is that, being a kid, whatever song he sings, he gives it a different flavor even if he stuck to the original arrangement."So far, ikaw pa lang ang nakakuha sa akin," Cherie praised the boy. Cherrie Gil, a gu...

In this video, the 10 Proteges performed a medley of Louie Ocampo compositions at Party Pilipinas last Sunday. This was the last time that the 10 proteges performed together because that night, Rosalyn Navarro from Bicol was eliminated. Except for So Wat, all the other contestants performed exceptionally well especially Rosalyn's rendition of "Ikaw Lang Ang Mamahalin". Rosalyn could sing better singing in Tagalog. The song "Listen" wasn't a good choice for her. Ironically, she was eliminated later that night. Notice that in this video, their diction are all good. Their performances were impressive. Quite the opposite on how they did during the elimination night. There must something not right during the elimination. That they have to find out so as not to jeopardize their performances the next time.

Receiving 8 million plus hits as of today on YouTube performing "Super Bass", this video of Julie Ann San Jose is remarkable. Julie Ann started as a contestant for Pinoy Pop Superstar Kids version on QTV (now GMA NewsTV). She was one of the 5 finalists. Though she didn't make it, she's the one who made it big on TV and music. She is regular at Party Pilipinas (GMA) every Sunday often performing with Elmo Magalona, son of the late King of Rap, Francis "Kiko" Magalona. Pretty and talented, Julie Ann is a promising pop icon.

The Protégés' performances on the elimination night were all good but, in general, their performances on the gala night were a lot better. Perhaps, due to the emotions na lahat sila ay kabado, they were not able to deliver perfectly the songs that their hometown fans chose for them. Their song choices were more difficult to interpret compared to the songs they did on the gala night. I expected much from their performances but was disappointed. Thanks to Nomer who did a very good job and made that night entertaining. Nomer , above the rest, rendered a good performance. He was relaxed and seemed to enjoy what he was doing. The rest of the protégés should learn from Nomer if they want to deliver a good performance. Nomer is a performer; not just a singer. And, he has the best diction of all. Jensen did well for her rendition of "Footprints in the Sand". She reflects that she really wanted to win and serious about her rehearsals.  Krizza 's performance last week wa...

The Protégés all did well on the Gala Night performing the songs of their own choice. Lahat sila magaling!. Walang tulak-kabigin. But of course, some will stand out. Krizza . Pulido ang kanyang boses that even if she doesn't have that unique timbre, hahangaan mo siya sa kanyang performance that night. Samantha Felizco . Pang concert na ang dating niya. Looks like Joey G. has already mold her for the stage. Good stage performance. Jensen Teñoso . It's a wow! performance. Puede na siya sa Party Pilipinas. Although sa Inside Protégé, Jensen doesn't show confidence. Nevertheless, she did well. Nomer Limatog, Jr . This charming boy would be popular. Puede na siyang i-helera kay Leana and Arkin sa Party Pilipinas. His performance was the most enjoyable to watch. So Wat! I'd like this group to win. They look promising though hindi pa pulido ang performance nila vocally. Kung mag click sila, a mix boy-girl band would set a trend sa music world sa Pinas. Denise Barbac...

C-Pilyo From the mentors Joey Generoso of Side A, Gloc 9, and Rey Valera, three Protégé winners will complete the Top 10 Protégés. The Top 10 will be housed in one condominium unit where they will undergo training and mentoring called Boot Camp. Denise Barbacena of Manila Wins Gloc 9 mentored the mega Manila Protégés. Denise Barbacena was chosen by the Judges despite her singing some lines out of tune, blame it to jitters, which she admitted. But among the three Protégés, Denise, being pretty, has the star potential to make it. Her voice has a good timbre; if she could only get rid of her being nervous every time she performs, she has a good edge.  Kristina Laguitan performed well. In fact, her performance was a lot better than Denise's. What Denise has that Kristina doesn't is the star potential. That doesn't mean however that Kristina cannot make a singing career. She just needs to build a star personality. She has to think and act like a wealthy star. With he...

Davao, Cagayan de Oro, Naga, and Batangas Protégés face off to secure themselves to the Top 10 Protégés. Lovely: Davao Protégé Winner The Davao Protégés are being mentored by Jaya, a rhythm & blues singer. Lovely won the face-off. Here's how they performed during the face-off. Joshua is a 12-year old boy from Davao. I like his distinct voice. There are many singers who can sing well but the quality of their voices are ordinary. Joshua's voice is just one of the few who has a unique vocal timbre. It's just like when he was singing, he doesn't move at all. Singing is one thing; performing is another. He has to give life to what he is singing. My score: 4 stars. If he can be livelier, he has a star potential. Archimedes has good vocal quality tone. He sings with emotion that one could feel it. If he could be versatile, he has a star potential. Being a balladeer this generation is not an "it" unless he is a composer. My score: 4 stars. Lovely Embu...