Tribute to Cecile Azarcon: “The Songs Came Home”
Overview
Cecile Azarcon-Inocentes, a renowned Filipino songwriter, is honored with a new tribute song titled “The Songs Came Home.” This song celebrates her remarkable contributions to Original Pilipino Music (OPM), reflecting a storied career filled with timeless favorites.
Song Details
- Title: The Songs Came Home
- Writers: Lyrics by Cheska CK, Music by Jun Mirasol
- Release: Produced by TrueStoriesSung Creative Studio
- Inspiration: The song was written after Cheska CK’s meeting with Azarcon, who then consented to its release and the use of her photograph for the project.
Cecile Azarcon’s Journey
- Early Beginnings: Started playing the piano at age 3 and began composing at 6.
- Professional Breakthrough: Achieved fame at 19 with “Lift Up Your Hands,” recorded by Basil Valdez.
- Notable Works:
- “Sana Ay Ikaw Na Nga” (Valdez)
- “Ikaw ang Lahat sa Akin” (Martin Nievera)
- “So, It’s You” (Raymond Lauchengco)
- “I Think I’m in Love” & “One More Try” (Kuh Ledesma)
- “Reaching Out” (Gary Valenciano)
Celebration of Her Legacy
In May 2024, Azarcon’s extensive body of work was celebrated in a special event titled “The Music of Cecile Azarcon” at The Theatre at Solaire, marking her 45th anniversary in the industry. The event featured performances from various renowned artists, including Martin Nievera and Regine Velasquez.
Current Role
Cecile Azarcon now resides in the San Francisco Bay Area, where she continues her musical journey as the music director at Faith Bible Church of Vallejo and teaches music privately.
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