Christmas Lunch @ Bellini's

We wanted to have our pictures taken with the iconic Roberto Bellini, the owner and founder of Bellini's at Cubao X.

Johnny Alegre - Jazz Musician

Johnny Alegre Biography
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Guitarist Juan B.H. Alegre III, aka Johnny Alegre, attended the University of the Philippines College of Music in the latter 1970s and was a founding member of the U.P. Jazz Ensemble. He studied composition with the late Dr. Eliseo Pajaro and Dr. Francisco Feliciano; musical forms and analysis with Dr. Corazon Dioquino; asian, Philippine and gamelan musics with Dr. Ruby Mangahas, Dr. Jose Maceda and Winisubroto Sunardi; and jazz theory and performance with the late Prof. Fred Robles, the late Lito Molina and Dr. Joseph Howard. He participated in instrumental clinics and creative workshops conducted by musicologist- composer Dr. Erhard Karkoshka, guitarist Ike Isaacs and composer-scholar Chou Wen-Chung.

Alegre had been involved in scores of live performing bands and studio recording sessions, spanning more than twenty years of Philippine jazz and popular music history and discography. In May 2002, Johnny Alegre formed one of Manila's highly regarded jazz groups, AFFINITY, with bassist Colby de la Calzada, drummer Koko Bermejo, pianist Elhmir Saison and saxophonist Tots Tolentino. Their first recorded work, "Stones Of Intramuros", composed by Alegre, was included in the limited edition Philippine jazz anthology CD, Adobo Jazz Vol.1. The band's self-titled album, "Johnny Alegre AFFINITY", is released in 2005 by the UK jazz label, Candid Records.

As part of the ever-evolving cultural landscape in Manila, Johnny Alegre's projects with Affinity contribute greatly to the city's unique and vibrant jazz milieu.

Meet Uncle Ben Alegre

Shown in this photo are Ben and Linda Alegre of San Diego California.

Message From Boy Alegre

To all Alegre Clan,

Greetings to all my dear relatives, from the bottom of my heart allowme to convey my warmest regards to all of you. I hope for peace andhappiness in all your undertakings.

During my last visit to Paoay last February, I was privileged to meetsome relatives and I felt very happy and yet sad at the same timebecause so many of our relatives were gone and never had the chance tosee them. It is really true that life is too short and we shouldalways take advantage of the time we have as a family. And I thoughtthat the best way to enhance this time is to gather ourselves togetherin one occasion and why not, a grand reunion for the whole AlegreClan, anybody that has in one way or another has an Alegre bloodline or connected through affinity are all welcome. I started mentioningthis idea to some and I was surprise to receive so many positivefeedbacks and thus the Alegre Grand Reunion was conceived. And beforeI left a committee of coordinators for the event was designated, and Ithank my cousin, Mrs. Corazon Alegre Martin for taking charge.

Now is the time for all of us to unite together as one to make thisevent very successful, memorable and enjoyable. To me, this will be avery historic and especial event, this time we as a clan canstrenghened our ties and bonds, get to know and meet one another andjust have a good time.We heartily welcome any suggestion, input, ideas, critics and helpfrom anyone, as individual or group, as family, we should make aconcerted effort to contribute to the success of this affair and weare hopeful for your positive and willing participation.

Sincerely,

Elpidio A. Alegre

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JES, ESTREL, MACRIS

Alegre-Barbasa

greetings in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ...


we are jes, estrel, macris....

my mom is estrella alegre
my dad is jess barbasa
my name is macris alegre barbasa

we live in north olympus, novaliches quezon city..we are happy to know our other relatives..hope we could always keep in touch...u can email us macmac1282@yahoo.com

USA 2002

 

Djay Ngatu

For a time in our lives we lived in Solano N.V. and enjoyed the friendships with our cousins and relatives. Together with every christmas we would celebrate Pa's birthday. It was his joy to invite the less priveleged ones to his party. Shown here are two of the town's street sweepers, our pastor and his wife.

Disney World Orlando Florida 2003

Jun and Neny in Orlando Florida. 

Our Beloved Jun Alegre

 

Psalm 23

The LORD Is My Shepherd

The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.

He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.

He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.

Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.

Flowers for a Fallen Brother

These lovely pink roses were from my Dad's fraternity brothers.

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The Upsilonians Came to Condole

"Brother Jun Alegre '53 - when I meet you brother in the sun, I shall tell you much. "

Now I understand why the leaders of Upsilon are called Illustrious Fellows, they look up to the sun and they endeavor to live their lives to illuminate others - to inspire and energize. Papa, you are worthy to be called an Upsilonion. I wish the younger generations take this to heart. Thank you Professor Vergara - you made our last moment with our Dad more meaningful by adding wonderful pieces to the puzzle.... your testimonial shed another aspect of his life. We are more than grateful.

Anne Park and Ophelia V.

Ana Maria Alegre-Park now resides in Birmingham. With her in this picture is her Tita Ophie. 

Gloria Alegre-Fabian

Shown here is Gloria with her husband, Virgilio or "Behing," and son, Virgilio, Jr, whom we fondly call "Boyet>" 

Pacita Alegre-Javier and Family

Pacita Alegre-Javier with her dearest daughter, Juliet Espana. With them are Juliet's sons - Jericho and Randy Espana. They live in San Mateo Rizal. 

Francisco Alegre and his family

Francisco, also known as Pacoy shown with his family: Daughter Eileen and her family; Winston and his wife, Raul and his wife and grand children. Pacoy now lives in Daly City California. He is a dear brother of Simplicio. 

Neny Alegre and her relatives

Shown in this picture is Neny Alegre with her sister, Nini, niece Nina, Nephew Vinci with his wife Flor. Also, her dear cousin-in-law who is like a brother to her, Reuben Crisologo 

Solomon, Jose and his family

Solomon & Jose Alegre are sons of the former Ernesto Alegre, the eldest in the Family. Sommy on lives in Isabela while Pepe lives with his family in Cainta.

Mamala and Karis

 

Mission of This Blog

This blog is created to continue the bond that was formed out of my father's quest to search for his roots. He was told by his father that the Alegre family came from fro Paoay Ilocos Norte. And so he embarked on a pilgrimage in search of his relatives in Ilocos Norte and there, he breathed his last.

He didn't get to see his relatives in Paoay but as soon as the Alegres of Paoay heard about a news that a man died in search of his roots, they all flocked to the parlor where he lied in state for a night.... and so started the beginning of this blog.

Its mission is to keep the bond of the Alegre Family. Being Ilocanos, we are a wanderer - always searching for fresh opportunities wherever it is in the world. One can find an Alegre in all the places in the Philippines, Hawaii and the US Mainland.

We would like to keep the fire burning. Any one who carries with them the Alegre blood line is free to post an article, a picture, a news.

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