Pinopela walking in a line across a white studio, black and white

WHO
WE
ARE

EST. 2013 · MANILA, PHILIPPINES

THE COLLECTIVE SOUND OF THE FILIPINO VOICE

Pinopela brings together some of the Philippines’ finest vocalists and musicians, artists whose work spans concert stages, recording studios, television, theatre, festivals, and live events. As lead and backing vocalists, performers, arrangers, composers, producers, and musical directors, they unite under one collective to celebrate the artistry, versatility, and unmistakable sound of the Filipino voice.

2013 —
PRESENT

Since its debut in 2013, Pinopela has represented the Philippines in national and international a cappella competitions and festivals. Throughout the years, the ensemble has evolved through different lineups, with each member contributing to the group’s growth, artistry, and achievements.

Pinopela studio portrait from the archive

Pinopela studio portrait on an orange backdrop

FROM THE ARCHIVE

Pinopela joining hands in a huddle, photographed from below in natural light

THE
COLLECTIVE

Pinopela has performed with different lineups over the years.

Anthony Castillo, JJ Pimpinio and Zsaris Mendioro have performed with Pinopela since its 2013 debut.

13 SINGERS IN PINOPELA’S FESTIVAL PARTICIPATION HISTORY

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ACROSS
STAGES

NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL A CAPPELLA COMPETITIONS · 2013 — 2024

2013

AKAPELA OPEN October 30, 2013 · Meralco Theater, Pasig City, Philippines 1st Runner-up WATCH

AKAPELA OPEN November 2014 · Meralco Theater, Pasig City, Philippines Grand Champion WATCH

2014

2015

PERFORMANCE LINEUP WATCH

2016

INTERNATIONAL A CAPPELLA CHAMPIONSHIPS July 2, 2016 · Singapore

Overall Champion (Judges’ Choice Award) International Category Champion Anthony Castillo — Best Vocalist Zsaris Mendioro — Gold Award, Looping Category

WATCH

HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL A CAPPELLA CONTEST December 2017 · Hong Kong

Champion — Open Division Best Presentation Award

WATCH

2017

2019

MOSCOW SPRING A CAPPELLA May 2019 · Moscow, Russia 3rd Place — Medium Vocal Ensemble WATCH