Centro Escolar University Conservatory of Music professor and alumnus Ian Gabriel Corpuz received two prestigious awards by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts (NCCA).

Ian emerged as the Category Winner in the Handbell Ensemble Level III with his composition Amiánan. This marks a historic moment as it is the first time the Handbell category is introduced in the competition.

Adding to his list of accolades, Ian has also been honored with the Ani ng Dangal award by NCCA. The Ani ng Dangal, or Harvest of Honor, is a recognition granted to Filipino artists who have earned international acclaim in various artistic fields. Now in its 17th year, the award celebrates the excellence of Filipino talents who have brought pride to the country through their remarkable contributions to the arts.

This year, a total of 39 individuals were recognized across five artistic disciplines, with Ian being among the 15 awardees in the music category. His achievements include winning the Palouse Choral Society 3rd Annual Composition Contest 2024 and Ensemble Altera’s 4th Annual Composition Competition 2024, further showcasing his excellence on an international scale.

Ian’s achievements and his continuous dedication to music and education stand as an inspiration to the CEU community and aspiring musicians across the nation.

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