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Bunny does automatic breathing
June 22, 2008
Alam niyo ba? Kapag nakahiga kayo at natutulog, proper breathing iyon? Kaya naman nag-demonstrate si Teacher Kitchy kay Bunny at pinahiga niya ito. Nang makuha na ni Bunny ang technique, sinubukan naman nila na nakatayo. Once mag-exhale, kailangang sabihin ang “Haaa..” na parang humihikab, at dapat nararamdaman niya na lumalabas ang tiyan. Kamusta naman iyan, nagawa niyo rin ba ang turo ni Teacher Kitchy?
Breathing exercises naman
Matapos ang massages, eto naman at nag-breathing exercises ang scholars. Importante ang alignment at posture para maganda ang labas ng boses. Para sa exercises, isang kamay ang nakalagy sa dibdib, at yung isa naman sa tiyan. Kung tama ang breathing, dapat ay nararamdaman nilang lumalabas ang tiyan.
So guys, tama naman ba ang breathing ninyo? Subaybayan lang ang blogs at I’m sure pagkatapos nito, para na rin kayong naging scholar ng PDA!
Voice technique by Teacher Kitchy
Umagang-umaga at sumabak na ang scholars sa isang lecture on building a healthy voice. Isa-isa silang tinutukan ni Teacher Kitchy at binigyan ng training kung paano irelax ang voice muscles. Massage kung massage ang scholars tuloy sa kanilang cheeks at throat para marelax ito. Sooo… kamusta naman ang technique na yun scholars? Magamit niyo kaya ito sa first ever performance ninyo?
Pupilars vs. One Voice
Kailangan ng teams gumawa ng original compositions para sa kanilang fathers. Kareer talaga ang teams at nagtatagisan ang kanilang galing sa pag-awit. Blending kung blending at concert galore sa loob ng bahay. Sino kaya sa dalawang teams ang mananalo this time? Alamin mamaya sa Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2!
Teacher Monet scolds the scholars
Ilang scholars na rin ang nagbahagi ng kanilang mga kuwento tungkol sa kanilang fathers at mukhang naiinip na ang iba. Nang magkuwento si Bunny at halos maiyak-iyak siya dito, eto at may ibang nag-uusap. Kaya naman pinagsabihan sila ni Teacher Monet at pinaalam niya sa kanila na he means business. Naku, magka punishment kaya kayo tulad nang sa PBB?
Chivas seeks another visit to the hospital
| Chivas seeks another visit to the hospital |
| June 22, 2008 10:41 PM |
 As most people know, the Student Father Scholar, Chivas, just got back in the Academy yesterday after spending a whole day in the hospital. He had an unexpected attack of hyperventilation syndrome while inside the Academy last Friday. This afternoon, Chivas needed to pay another surprise visit to the doctor. Unfortunately, Chivas experienced a terrible headache few hours before the announcement of the first set of Probationary Scholars – too terrible that he was able to utter words that he could regret in the end. Probably delirious with the enormous pain he was experiencing, he blurted out to his better half his intention to leave the Academy. Surprisingly, Bunny didn’t even try to stop him in any way. Actually, she even said that if he wanted to go, then he might as well go as early as now. Upon hearing his wife’s response, it seemed that the sick Scholar got into his senses, so he ended up rephrasing his statement. Probably with the intolerable pain he was feeling, he limited himself with two choices: to consult a doctor as soon as possible or leave the Academy if its staff won’t allow him to do so.
Luckily, Chivas, together with his wife, were allowed to go outside, so that the sick Scholar could immediately seek proper medical attention. He had to undergo certain tests, including MRI, to check whether or not his headache is worse than it seems.
Now, the said Scholar is back in the Academy, but he still is under close observation until his test results are released.
Chivas’ health condition seems to be getting worse the longer he stays inside the Academy. Could his unstable health cost him his chance to be the next Grand Star Dreamer? If so, which of the two will he choose? Will he even have the privilege to choose after the doctors reveal their findings? Watch out for more updates on Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2.
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Late night gossips
| Late night gossips |
| June 22, 2008 1:53 AM |
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In the middle of the night, a certain group of Scholars assembled outside. The main topic of their discussion was Laarni. According to some of them, Laarni lacks proper hygiene and personal care, and this irritates them at some point. Certain incidents all of them had shared certified this assumption of theirs. Aside from her unsanitary ways, certain issues regarding her attitude were also opened up. One famous complaint about her was her way of relating to her co-Scholars. Some said that she was too clingy, while some said she loves interrupting people in the middle of conversations. And though some scholars take part on the backstabbing galore, there are also some who got somewhat annoyed with the idea, so they decided to take action rather than take part of the gossiping. Included in this move to take action on the problem, a group of concerned Scholars decided to finally speak with Laarni. They tried hard to extract her true emotions, to finally have her share her thoughts to them. Slowly, they were able to do so, but they didn’t get to her core.
What could possibly happen after Miguel’s one on one session with Laarni? Will things around the Academy change after it? Know for yourself by watching Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2. |
The Scholars just finished the pressure of their first Gala Performance Night, now they are at the verge of relaxation back in the Academy. For most of the Scholars in the Academy, relaxation includes late night chit-chats mixed with juicy backstabbing sessions – something that they happen to be very good at.
The one who was able to get through her was Miguel. Miguel invited Laarni to a one on one session to finally get to her senses the problems that their co-Scholars see in her. Another goal he wanted to accomplish in the small talk he had with Laarni was to make her feel that there is someone ready to listen to her in any case she needs someone to talk to. Miguel didn’t want Laarni to suppress her feelings, which could also later on lead to emotional instability on her part. He wanted to help her in his own little way.
Scholars impress their Mentors on their first Gala Night
| Scholars impress their Mentors on their first Gala Night |
| June 21, 2008 11:24 PM |
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To make the event more special, the first Gala Performance Night was attended by 3 reputable names in the industry: Hadji Alejandro, Girlie Rodis, and Louie Ocampo. The three above did the honor of judging the performances of the 16 Scholars, while the Dream Mentors were doing judgment of their own inside the Academy’s faculty lounge. Yes, 16 Scholars performed in the Gala Night. A lot of people feared that his hyperventilation attack yesterday would be the All the Scholars received positive responses, but of course, there were some who stood out with greatness, while some were advised to spend more time on improvements. Cris impressed not only the judges, but also the Mentors. Her performance received excellent comments despite the major adjustment she had to face few days before the actual Performance Night. On the last minute, Cris’ song was changed, as a form of punishment for team Pupilars’ lost over One Voice during one of the activities. But based on the show she had given, it seemed as if the punishment was no challenge at all.
Tonight’s Gala Performance would definitely be filled with firsts. Aside from Liezel being the Season’s First Star Scholar of the Week, the first set of Probationary Scholars will also be based on the said Performance Night. Whose names could possibly pop out on the list? Find out tomorrow on Pinoy Dream Academy Season 2 |
The night that all the Scholars had been waiting for finally arrived. Given only a week, the Scholars found ways to maximize their time in preparation for their very first Performance Night. 
end of Chivas’ days inside the Academy. People grew quite concerned that his condition might not let him attend his first Performance Night, but Chivas happened to be really great in surprising people. He actually made it, with the doctor’s permission of course. Even with the terrible condition he had undergone yesterday, his performance tonight proved only that he is still indeed fit to be on stage.
With a final grade of 8.96, Liezel was hailed PDA Season 2’s First Star Scholar of the Week. Aside from the title, Liezel would also have the chance to fulfill a little dream of giving her grandmother a mobile phone. Joining her in the list of Top 3 Scholars of the Week were Van and Miguel.
