About Us
ARTvocacy was founded in early 2024 by Venice Arden L. Mapua, a Grade 10 student at International School Manila. The idea for ARTvocacy was sparked by a project Venice undertook in Grade 8 during her social studies class, titled Advocating for Change.
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Through this project, Venice recognized the significant disparity in access to music education between private and public schools in the Philippines. Determined to make a difference, she set out to create a platform that could help bridge this gap.
Meet The Founders
People behind ARTvocacy
Founder
Venice Mapua
Venice Mapua began training in classical voice and piano when she was only seven. She was awarded a Blue Ribbon I+ rating in the AMIS Solo Festival for Soprano Voice for two consecutive years, 2023 and 2024. She studies college-level music theory and ear training at The Juilliard School's Extension Program for High School Students. She is the lead vocalist for her band. Class 87, and loves to play the guitar in her spare time. She also takes advanced dance and theater electives in school.​​
Founder
Chisako Yoi
Chisako has been playing the violin since she was six years old. She is now a member of the ISM Orchestra and has traveled to 2 AMIS honor orchestras. She enjoys ensemble playing and the community built around ensembles. While taking classical lessons, she also plays and performs in a band. She's excited meet new people and spread her passion of music through her program.​​
Founder
Bea Ng
Bea took Choir for four years participated in theatre for six years. She also sings and plays the keyboard in a band. Along side this, she was Vice President in her freshman year student council, currently in KASAMA club council, and a three season IASAS athlete with high honors. She is a passionate learner, and leader, always looking forward to meeting new friends who share similar interests.​
Founder
Amelie Lacson
Amelie Lacson has been playing the violin since she was five years old and has played in numerous recitals. She is currently part of Orchestra and has represented ISM in various music festivals, such as AMIS and the lASAS Cultural Convention. She has a passion for music and theatre, and she loves teaching others, especially to her love of the fine arts!​​
Importance of Music
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Music provides a powerful outlet for expressing emotions and connecting with others.
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Enhances cognitive skills. Students who engage in music education often perform better academically.
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Music is a reflection of culture and history. It promotes cultural awareness and helps individuals appreciate diversity, bringing communities together.
Events
October 2024, ARTvocacy visited Marillac Hills, a shelter for abused young girls, to do music and dance workshops. Healing through music and art.
December 2024, ARTvocacy hosted a mini recital for Paranaque Elementary School Central students to showcase what they have learned.
In November 2024, ARTvocacy in collaboration with Paranaque City LGU offered free violin and choir workshops to elementary school students in the community as part of our mission to make performing arts accessible to everyone.
