Mangalore: Wilfy Rebimbus' Golden Sentimental Nite on Aug 2
Daijiworld Media Network - Mangalore (GA)
Mangalore, May 27: Wilfy Rebimbus has been an entertainer par excellence over the last few decades in the Konkani horizon. There is no one else who has entertained Konkani buffs more than Wilfy Rebimbus. Despite the arrival of several other musicians, composers, Wilfy has been able to maintain his popularity and fan-base, mainly owing to his unique style of composing and melodious, popular songs.
But all along these years, United Youngsters, which took off five decades ago as small youth unit, has played a pivotal role in the success story of Wilfy and vice versa. Fifty years is indeed a long period in one's life, without exception. United Youngsters is on the threshold of turning gold. Though the time has eclipsed in a flash, making room for grey hair, shedding the black one, the spirit, enthusiasm and zeal of 'Youngsters who are United' has never taken the backseat. Over the years, United Youngsters has supported the cause of art by organizing musical shows, dramas, seminars and also stood for literature by publishing books and articles. A noteworthy work among them is the establishment and maintenance of a charitable and educational fund under the banner of Gratian Rebimbus Memorial Educational Fund.
But United Youngsters have come up with yet another noble project. With immense pride and great sense of gratitude, United Youngsters are now all set to support, recognize and salute the greatest legendary father figure of Konkani music, Wilfy Rebimbus. As Wilfy is poised to complete 50 glorious years in the service of Konkani music, United Youngsters have decided to stage 'Wilfy's Golden Sentimental Nite' at the serene TMA Pai Auditorium on Sunday August 2. This will be a new chapter to honour this greatest artist and imprint his incomparable compositions in the hearts and lives of each Konkani lover.
It is for the first time that a full-fledged Konkani programme will be held in the magnificent TMA Pai Auditorium, Mangalore. The organizers opined that this is going to be a total sell-out show with more than 2000 audience.
One organizing committee along with one honorary committee has been formed to stage this much-awaited show without any hiccups. Organizing committee for which noted compere Leslie Rego is the convener, comprises of Prem Lobo, Claud D'Souza, Dolla Mangalore, Joswin Pinto, Kiran Menezes, Vivian Pinto, Richard Castelino, Merwin Pinto, Vishwas Rebimbus, Christopher Mascarenhas and Charleen Rebimbus.
Felix Lobo
The honorary committee chaired by Felix Lobo Doha, comprises of Leo Rodrigues Abu Dhabi, James Mendonca Dubai, Lawrence Pinto Kuwait, Walter Nandalike Dubai, Austine Prabhu Chicago, USA, Max Rasquinha Houston, USA, Flavian Pinto Canada, Max Mendes Canada, Stany Fernandes Muscat and Ronald F D'Souza Bahrain.
Convener & Compere : Leslie Rego
Speaking to Daijiworld.com, Leslie Rego, member of United Youngsters, a regular and dynamic compere in Wilfy Nites in India and abroad, and a close associate of Wilfy Rebimbus says that we ought to give a big salute to this living legend and man of the era by extending our magnanimous response to the show. Audience can expect all-time sentimental hits composed by Wilfy Rebimbus to be on the charts. Leading singers from Mangalore will led their voice for the show and organizers will see that best efforts are made to present this show as one that is unique and one-of-its-kind.
As lot of Konkani speaking community members and Wilfy's well -wishers will arrive in Mangalore from abroad during this season. First week of August has been selected for the convenience of people those who come from abroad on holidays and Wilfy's fans spread across the coastal belt.
Those who would like to join hands in the successful staging of the show, can send their contribution through Bank cheque/draft in favour of United Youngsters Mangalore.
Contact Deatails:
United Youngsters
Magdaline
St Joseph Nagar - Jeppu
Mangalore - 575 002
Email: unitedyoungstersmlr@gmail.com
Contact: Leslie Rego on - 0091 - 9845086818
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