Mangalore: The Extravagant 75th Melvin Peris Nite Enthralls Audience Despite Rain Threat
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Daijiworld Media Network - Mangalore
Mangalore, Nov 22: The 75th Melwin Peris Musical Nite turned out to be a huge success despite the initial hiccups due to unexpected Rains, held at St Aloysius College grounds in Mangalore, on Nov 22, 2009.
When the show, as promised was about to commence to a colorful start at 6.00pm, the sudden downpour proved to be spoilsport. It rained continuously for 20 minutes non stop, giving scary moments to the organizers as well as the 2500 crowd gathered at the venue. It took a nother half an hour to re-start the programme as the musicians had to reset their instruments and equipment which were dismantled to protect from the lashing rain.
With the arrival of His Lordship Aloysius D’Souza - Bishop of Mangalore at 7:00 pm gave the green signal to commence the show once again, with dynamic compere beyond compare the veteran Leslie Rego, handling the proceedings professionally. He managed to handle the stage programme with his unique style which got over within 30 minutes to the appreciation of the audience.
The event was presided over by Bishop Aloysius, with Leo Rodrigues, NRI Entrepreneur from Abu Dhabi, Walter Nandalike Editor-in-chief of daijiworld.com, Pascal Pinto from Kuwait, Clement Lobo from Mumbai, being guests of honuor.. Angelore Parish priest Fr Stany Lobo, Assistant Parish priest Fr Gration Alvares, vice president Angelore parish Jossy Dsouza, and Daya Victor Lobo convener of the event were present on the dais, along with Melwin and his wife Neeta Peris accompanying them.
The Stage program began with the release of Melvin's 25th Konkani music album 'Dabazo' by Leo Rodrigues, followed by 'Suvalo' a book by Melwin Peris’ compilation of lyrics of his last 25 Konkani Albums. Walter Nandalike released the book.
Denis Peris the veteran singer, Melvin’s elder brother, his mentor and his great supporter was honoured by Bishop Aloysius in a brief honouring ceremony. Walter Nandalike presented a Memento on behalf of Melvin and the organizers. Along with Denis, Melvin’s another brother Albert Peris who is also responsible for his success story was honoured by the Bishop and Pascal Pinto presented the Memento.
Mangalore's well known comedian, compere, a poet and Konkani activist Jerry Rasquinha was also honoured by Bishop for his
contribution to the success of Melvin Nites being the compere, comedian and for his other valuable support. Clement Lobo presented memento to Jerry Rasquinha.
Speaking on behalf of guests, Leo Rodrigues recalled his association with Melvin, and lauded his contribution to Konkani music through these years.
'Kannoon Daiz' a book containing important laws for Christians, written by Stany D'Costa was released by Bishop on this occasion.
Speaking during the occasion Fr Stany Lobo, parish priest of Anjelore, admired Melvin's immense contribution to the parish and the to the entire community as a whole.
The Peris couple – Melvin and Neeta - were honored by Bishop on the occasion of Melvin’s glorious Platinum Jubilee Nite.
Emotional Melvin said that he was grateful to the almighty, his family, friends, and entire community for the support in his long journey in the Konkani music field and he vowed to continue his mission for the cause of Konkani.
In his brief address Bishop Aloysius reminded how Melvin came to the stage first time in Don Bosco hall for the singing completion as a 7 year old singer in 1967 bagged the prize too, as he was trained by his veteran singer brother Denis Peris. After that he never stopped his musical journey, and today he is very proud and satisfied artiste, as not many singers & composers can complete 75 musical Nites of their own. He further acknowledged Melvin’s contribution to the church liturgy being a follower of Christ and he has dedicated his service in his life time in Anjelore Church as their choir master. He wished every success to Melvin in his future mission.
Daya Victor Lobo proposed the vote of thanks.
Soon after the felicitation ceremony the grand musical nite started with a bang with a song by Melvin Peris. Roshan D'Souza Anjelore directed the music. The entire programme was meticulously planned and executed with the choicest of songs well balanced and sung by most of the singers associated with Melvin throughout his journey. All the numbers rendered were instant hits.
Melvin Peris was accompanied by Denis Peris, Joseph Pinto, Albert Peris, Rony D'Cunha from Kuwait, Anita Samson, Rony Crasta, Zeena Periera, Maxim Pereira, Babitha Pinto, Munita Veigas, Carol, Lavita Lobo, Ivy, Amembal Moras, Edith, Sangeetha, Michael, Johnson Crasta, and others who rendered scintillating songs in this memorable 75th musical nite.
Jerry - Duje (Joseph Pinto) duo kept the audience on their toes with the rib tickling innovative new comedies. Albert Peris also
supported in their acting. Naach Sobhan, a professional dance troupe presented dance numbers during the songs.
The program concluded at 10.00pm, an hour late due to rain with the crowd glued to their seats till the end . Due credit must go to Leslie Rego for handling the show in a professional manner despite tense moments during and after unxpected rain. He handled the situation in a outstanding manner bearing in mind the tight schedule ahead and managed to maintain the tempo throughout the show and proved once again he being the best compere in the Konkani contemporary world.
Melvin Peris, though initially faced some tensed moments due to Rain God's threat, later relaxed and performed to his best. He was very thankful for the large number of sponsors from India and abroad and Anjelore parish priest , parishioners, his fans all around the world and all those who guided him to reach to this great level.
Proceedings from this event has as already announced earlier by Melvin peris will be donated to education fund of Anjelore Church.
Daijiworld.com was proud media partner for this mega event.
The success of this event and the brilliant performance by the artistes will be remembered by those attended in many years to come.