Musicquest Songwriting Competition
Season 3 Winners
[ classic category ]
Classic

Grand Champion
Entry No. 95
Viann
Carlo Manawis
- Songwriter & Interpreter: Carlo Manawis
PHP 300,000

1st Runner Up
Entry No. 10
Bonfire
Jhon Michael Cuela
- Songwriter: Jhon Michael Cuela
PHP 150,000

2nd Runner Up
Entry No. 122
Orange
Praise Varian
- Songwriter: Praise Varian
PHP 75,000

3rd Runner Up
Entry No. 28
Tayo Sa Huli
Insoulix
- Songwriter: Insoulix
PHP 50,000

4th Runner Up
Entry No. 95
I Wanna Hold You
Naly Vidal
PHP 40,000

5th Runner Up
Entry No. 71
Superman
Crystal Kayte Valdez
- Songwriter: Crystal Kayte Valdez
PHP 35,000
[ special category ]
Special

Champion
#62
Kahit Konting Ikaw
Ronald Lee
PHP 30,000
Ronnie Lee, a rising independent songwriter, has been making waves with his adult contemporary music, particularly during the pandemic. His work can be found on his Facebook and YouTube channels, RONNIELEEMUSIC. Recently, Lee ventured into the realm of blues rock as part of the revived band X2C. Their latest single, “Kahit Konting Ikaw,” delves into the poignant theme of deep longing, expressing the longing for even the smallest gesture of love.

1st Runner Up
#94
Batman
Ivy Realubit
PHP 25,000
Whenever Ivy Realubit experiences strong emotions, she transforms them into lyrics and gradually adds melodies. Her goal is to use music as a powerful tool to impact others. She believes that music has the potential to empower individuals, and she intends to continue creating songs in this meaningful way. Her passion for songwriting and music is evident, and she finds joy in expressing herself through her art and contributing to a better world.

2nd Runner Up
#24
Ang Ganda Mo Talaga
Richard Samulde
PHP 20,000
Richard Samulde owns Tamtamatddie Music, a recording studio named after his three children: Tamtam, Matmat, and Addie. Since his high school days, he has harbored a dream of becoming a songwriter, which he has gradually realized.

3rd Runner Up
#27
Sa Iyo Ang Lahat
Francis Soriano
PHP 15,000
Francis Soriano, also known as AscensionFS, is a registered pharmacist and medical doctor currently working as the Workplace Health and Safety Lead and company physician at UST Global. In addition to his professional roles, he pursues his passion for music as an independent songwriter, producer, and digital creator. Under the pseudonym AscensionFS, he creates original songs and actively sings in church. His goal is to inspire and uplift others through his music, blending his creative talents with his personal faith.
[ consolation winners ]
Consolation

Bida
Abegail Esteban
PHP 10,000

Banaag
Jadelyn Bautista
PHP 10,000

Work Of Art
Al Verdemillion
PHP 10,000

Moth
Alwyne Asas
PHP 10,000

Lagi Ka Lang Sasamahan
Denmar Losabia
PHP 10,000

Munting Paslit
Francis Contemplacion
PHP 5,000

Laro Part 1
Mark Joseph Calalang
PHP 5,000

Bakit
Jaworski Sison
PHP 5,000

Madaling Araw
Jeddah Bautista
PHP 5,000

Lagda
Gabriela Torres
PHP 5,000

Someone Like You
James Cliff John Griba
PHP 5,000
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