Philip Lapatha

Manitoba is abundantly rich in all things choral, and Philip is grateful for the many choral opportunities that have come his way.  His parents, Noel and Rosina were part of the first wave of Filipino immigrants to Manitoba, and treasured the values of education, community, and family. Philip has two Bachelor degrees, Music and Education, earned in Manitoba, and a Master’s degree (piano and music theory), earned in Kentucky.

Philip is one of two full-time choir teachers at Maples Collegiate, teaching with Dorothy Dyck. The Maples Choral Program is recognized for its strong teaching, musical artistry, and community spirit. The Maples Senior Choir and Chamber Choir have earned awards at local and national music festivals, and invitations to perform with some of Winnipeg’s leading musical organizations.

Philip just completed ten wonderful years singing with and directing Ecco Singers. He has worked with Pembina Trails Voices Men and Singers, and has guest conducted the Eastern, Central, and Western Manitoba Youth Choirs, as well the senior years Provincial Honour Choir. Philip’s choral arrangements have been performed by choirs such as Camerata Nova, the Vancouver Youth Choir, and Those Guys. Currently, Philip finds himself on committees and boards for the Manitoba Choral Association, Choral Canada, Canzona, and the Foundation for Choral Music in Manitoba.