Dave is a composer, arranger, keyboardist, and a bandurria player. He has written works for solo, chamber, choir, orchestra, wind ensemble, and rondalla. Currently a doctoral student at UBC, Dave earned his Bachelor of Music degree in Composition at the University of the Philippines and his Master’s Degree in Composition and Graduate Certificate in Music Theory at Michigan State University.
Dave’s favourite foods are pho, ramen, Korean barbecue, pad thai, and steamed dumplings.
He joined St. Mary Magdalene’s as musician in December 2022.
