Drums & Percussions

A drummer, percussionist, and educator, Mark earned his education in Music at the University of Santo Tomas, where he was also an Original Pilipino Performing Arts (OPPA) Foundation scholar.

Mentored by two of Manila’s most respected drummers, Jun Regalado and Michael Alba, Mark went on to become a member of renowned ensembles such as the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra and Orchestra Toronto. He has also performed with the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra and the Manila Symphony Orchestra, and has taught drums and percussion at various institutions.

His impressive performance roster includes playing for Filipino icons Sharon Cuneta, Martin Nievera, Odette Quesada, Joey Albert, Morissette, Ely Buendia, Bugoy Drilon, Rachel Ann Go, and notable musicals like “Ang Huling El Bimbo”, Disney’s Newsies, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, The Band’s Visit, Hair Musical, and A Little Princess.