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An ensemble of magnificent voices, A collection of beautiful renditions and a pack of musically-acclaimed individuals, this is what this famous quartet has to offer.

The group had their own share of humble beginnings last 2000 with Lemuel Enanoria (Guitarist), Danilo Igos (Saxophonist and Flutist), Rey De la Cruz/Lazaro Villalonga (Keyboardist), Herasto Villaver Jr. /Irish Ramonida(Violinist) and Maricel C. Capon (Vocalist) as the premiere batch playing and providing good music with fine and elegant entertainment at various hotels, resorts and event functions.

Ms. Maricel Capon began showcasing her talent as a kid in local TV shows and joining campus tours for KOOL-AID at a tender age of 12. During her college days, she actively participated for TEATRO ANINAG at St. Theresa's College, Cebu. As time progressed, the former was able to sing regularly at MAX's Resto Lounge which eventually paved way for another market. She joined the STAGES band with JUNIE TAMPUS thereby creating a bridal acoustic duo. And since 2001 until present, she has managed her new group, THE STRINGED ENSEMBLE.

Mr. Lemuel Enanoria, the Guitarist, is coined as the classical music and spanish maestro since his superb talents at this field is really put to test setting it as a big advantage to the group. At a young age of 17, Lemuel started playing. He was a member of the MUTYA BAND, a member of the GUITAR FOUNDATION. On the other hand, the group's Saxophonist and Flutist, Mr. Danilo Igos, has also been doing his craft since he was 20 years old. He had his own share of experiencing gigs at KOREA making him a fine addition to the team.
Mr. Rey de la Cruz and Lazaro Villalonga , Keyboardist, played as a soloist pianist at several hotels and resorts and also contributed a lot with the group because of his involvement in a band/group at Korea and Japan way back. Lastly, the quartet's Violinist, Mr. Herasto Villaver just came from a CRUISE Ship and once became a member of the BATIG Group of Musicians.

The famous quartet became the Associate and Partner of Shangrila Mactan Resort and Spa and other hotels and resorts. The group also performed during such Grand Opening of Resorts such as Crimson, Imperial Palace and others. Also, they played at various weddings by Top coordinators in Cebu.

The following are the famous weddings they showcased:

* Siy &Regina Hahn Wedding (Bb. Pilipinas runner up)
*Three Gaisanos Weddings courtesy
*A Wedding from the owner of Y101 Cebu
*Ms. Dimple Larrazabal wedding at Ormoc
*Mayor Pua Wedding at Leyte
*Edu and Jaja Rama wedding
*Dalawampu & Marcos nuptial
*Some Chinese Weddings in Cebu

Through the years, they have continuously given every event a one-of-a-kind and a fabulous entertainment with their own renditions of classical music with the ever-interesting stringed instruments.

Stringed Ensemble is now affiliate of the HOUSE of EVENTS located at JBTI Building, Gorordo Avenue (across CIC-CEBU), Cebu City, They are open for bookings and/or reservations. You can reach them at 09228233624 email add: houseofevents.maricel@gmail.com.