A night of Bach, the Beatles, and possibilities that inspire

THE “Love and Luck: Bach vs “Not About the Dog” exhibit that served as its opening act were equal parts entertaining and eye opening. Staged by the Center for Possibilities Foundation, an NGO that works for the betterment of the lives of underprivileged children with special needs. The highlight of the concert and exhibit was brilliant, young, and creative, 12 year-old Juno Santos (here with actor Aga Muhlach); who is both a gifted painter and pianist. Juno also has Autism Spectrum disorder.

The Not About the Dog exhibit provides a glimpse into the workings of Juno’s uniquely gifted mind. It is a series of 12 paintings of the same dog, in the same pose. The dog serves as a thread that ties the paintings together. Aside from being a talented painter, Juno is also an accomplished pianist; as was on full display when he rendered a selection of advanced pieces that served as one of the concert’s highlights.

The Center for Possibilities has focused its efforts on building Special Education (SPED) centers for the poor in far flung areas where access to such facilities would otherwise be impossible. With one operational center in Sagada, Mountain Province, and one very much in the works in the most remote corner of Norzagaray Bulacan, The Center for Possibilities also has projects lined up in Sorsogon, and Tacloban.

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