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Which composer is known for combining European romanticism with chromaticism?
Which composer is known for combining European romanticism with chromaticism?
What is the title of Antonio J. Molina's most famous romantic serenade?
What is the title of Antonio J. Molina's most famous romantic serenade?
Which composer had a military background and was actively involved with military bands?
Which composer had a military background and was actively involved with military bands?
What work by Rodolfo S. Cornejo was a military march composed at a young age?
What work by Rodolfo S. Cornejo was a military march composed at a young age?
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Which of the following was composed by Abelardo?
Which of the following was composed by Abelardo?
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What is a defining characteristic of Felipe P. de Leon Sr.'s musical work?
What is a defining characteristic of Felipe P. de Leon Sr.'s musical work?
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Who served as Dean of the Centro Escolar University Conservatory of Music?
Who served as Dean of the Centro Escolar University Conservatory of Music?
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At what age did Rodolfo S. Cornejo compose his first piece?
At what age did Rodolfo S. Cornejo compose his first piece?
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Which opera is considered one of Lucio D. San Pedro's masterpieces?
Which opera is considered one of Lucio D. San Pedro's masterpieces?
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What describes Rosendo E. Santos Jr.'s contributions to music?
What describes Rosendo E. Santos Jr.'s contributions to music?
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Where did Alfredo S. Buenaventura pursue music education?
Where did Alfredo S. Buenaventura pursue music education?
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What musical styles have influenced contemporary music in the Philippines?
What musical styles have influenced contemporary music in the Philippines?
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What is a significant characteristic of Ryan Cayabyab's compositions?
What is a significant characteristic of Ryan Cayabyab's compositions?
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What element does Lucio D. San Pedro incorporate into his compositions?
What element does Lucio D. San Pedro incorporate into his compositions?
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Which composer is known as the 'Father of the Kundiman'?
Which composer is known as the 'Father of the Kundiman'?
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What type of music did Francisco B. Buencamino Sr. compose for film?
What type of music did Francisco B. Buencamino Sr. compose for film?
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How is Hilarion Francisco Rubio recognized in the field of music?
How is Hilarion Francisco Rubio recognized in the field of music?
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Which of the following compositions is NOT attributed to Francisco B. Buencamino Sr.?
Which of the following compositions is NOT attributed to Francisco B. Buencamino Sr.?
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What type of music did Rosendo E. Santos Jr. predominantly compose?
What type of music did Rosendo E. Santos Jr. predominantly compose?
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Which institution did Francisco S. Santiago serve as the first Filipino Director?
Which institution did Francisco S. Santiago serve as the first Filipino Director?
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What award did Rosendo E. Santos Jr. receive for his contributions to music?
What award did Rosendo E. Santos Jr. receive for his contributions to music?
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What is a notable feature of contemporary music compositions in the Philippines?
What is a notable feature of contemporary music compositions in the Philippines?
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In what year was Francisco B. Buencamino Sr. born?
In what year was Francisco B. Buencamino Sr. born?
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Which of the following compositions is a work of Nicanor S. Abelardo?
Which of the following compositions is a work of Nicanor S. Abelardo?
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Flashcards
What is Antonio Molina's musical style?
What is Antonio Molina's musical style?
Antonio Molina is known for his unique musical style that blends European romanticism with chromaticism.
What famous anthem did Antonio Molina compose?
What famous anthem did Antonio Molina compose?
He composed the melody for the University of the Philippines' official anthem, "U.P. Naming Mahal."
What is Antonio Molina best known for?
What is Antonio Molina best known for?
He was a pioneer in Filipino music, known for his poignant and romantic serenade for violin and piano, "Hatinggabi."
What was Colonel Antonio Buenaventura's father's musical legacy?
What was Colonel Antonio Buenaventura's father's musical legacy?
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How did Colonel Antonio Buenaventura earn his military rank?
How did Colonel Antonio Buenaventura earn his military rank?
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When did Dr. Rodolfo Cornejo begin his performing career?
When did Dr. Rodolfo Cornejo begin his performing career?
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What is Felipe de Leon known for?
What is Felipe de Leon known for?
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What was Dr. Rodolfo Cornejo's musical output?
What was Dr. Rodolfo Cornejo's musical output?
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What is contemporary music in the Philippines?
What is contemporary music in the Philippines?
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How are contemporary Filipino musical works categorized?
How are contemporary Filipino musical works categorized?
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What stylistic influences shape contemporary Filipino music?
What stylistic influences shape contemporary Filipino music?
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Who influenced the textural and tonal qualities of contemporary Filipino music?
Who influenced the textural and tonal qualities of contemporary Filipino music?
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Who is Francisco B. Buencamino Sr. and what are some of his compositions?
Who is Francisco B. Buencamino Sr. and what are some of his compositions?
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Who is Francisco Santiago and what is he known for?
Who is Francisco Santiago and what is he known for?
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Who is Nicanor S. Abelardo and what makes him important?
Who is Nicanor S. Abelardo and what makes him important?
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Who are the "Triumvirate of Filipino Composers"?
Who are the "Triumvirate of Filipino Composers"?
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Who is Lucio San Pedro?
Who is Lucio San Pedro?
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What is "romantic nationalism" in music?
What is "romantic nationalism" in music?
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Who is Rosendo Santos Jr.?
Who is Rosendo Santos Jr.?
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Who is Hilarion Rubio?
Who is Hilarion Rubio?
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Who is Alfredo Buenaventura?
Who is Alfredo Buenaventura?
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Who is Ryan Cayabyab?
Who is Ryan Cayabyab?
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What is a zarzuela?
What is a zarzuela?
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What is an opera?
What is an opera?
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Study Notes
Contemporary Philippine Music
- Contemporary Philippine music incorporates elements from 20th-century Western art music and contemporary trends in the entertainment industry.
- Many contemporary works utilize classical European music formats like concerto, symphony, symphonic and tone poems, and cantata.
- The modern Filipino repertoire includes pieces composed in 20th-century idioms, influenced by impressionism, expressionism, neo-classicism, and avant-garde.
- These pieces also reflect the textural colors of Debussy's music and the ambiguous/dissonant tonalities of early 20th-century expressionism.
- Non-Western instruments are also incorporated into the tonal fabric of many contemporary compositions.
20th Century Filipino Composers
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Francisco B. Buencamino Sr. (1883-1952)
- Studied music composition and harmony at Liceo de Manila.
- Created the Buencamino Music Academy in 1930.
- Composed and directed music for Sampaguita Pictures, LVN and other works.
- Notable works include: Harana, Pandanggo ni Neneng, Collar de Sampaguita, Dulces las Horas, Mayon, My Soul's Lament, Larawan, Mazurka Boholana, Mi Bandera, Ang Bagong Balitaw, Himig ng Nayon, and Pizzicanto Caprice.
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Francisco S. Santiago (1889-1947)
- Known as the "Father of the Kundiman" and part of the "Triumvirate of Filipino Composers,".
- Born in Sta. Maria, Bulacan, on January 29, 1889.
- Notable works include Pakiusap, Madaling Araw, Sakali man, Hibik ng Pilipinas, Ano kaya ang Kapalaran, and Kundiman (Anak Dalita).
- Served as the first Filipino Director of the University of the Philippines (UP) Conservatory of Music. -Died on September 28, 1947.
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Nicanor S. Abelardo (1893-1934)
- Part of the "Triumvirate of Filipino Composers."
- Born in San Miguel de Mayumo, Bulacan, on February 7, 1893.
- Studied at the Chicago Music College, influenced by Schoenberg, Hindemith, and Stravinsky.
- Developed a style combining European romanticism with chromaticism.
- Notable works include Mutya ng Pasig, Nasaan ka Irog, Cavatina for Violoncello, and Magbalik ka Hirang.
- Composed the melody for the University's official anthem U.P. Naming Mahal.
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Antonio J. Molina (1894-1980)
- Considered part of the “Triumvirate of Filipino Composers.”
- Born in Quiapo, Manila, on December 26, 1894.
- Started his career as an orchestral soloist at the Manila Grand Opera House.
- Served as Dean of the Centro Escolar University Conservatory of Music from 1948-1970.
- Known for his poignant romantic serenade for violin and piano Hatinggabi.
- Other works include: Misa Antoniana, Grand Festival Mass,Ang Batingaw, and Kundiman-Kundangan.
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Colonel Antonio R. Buenaventura (1904-1996)
- A composer, conductor, and teacher.
- Born on May 4, 1904, in Baliuag, Bulacan.
- Developed his musical abilities at the University of the Philippines Conservatory of Music.
- Took part in the military bands, eventually earning the rank of Colonel
- Among his notable works are Minuet and Mindanao.
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Rodolfo S. Cornejo (1909-1991)
- Stage performer after just two years of music study.
- Organist.
- Composed Glissando waltz, a piano piece. This was followed by a military march entitled Salute.
- Soloist of the Manila Symphony Orchestra, the Filipinas Youth Symphony Orchestra, and the UP Symphony Orchestra.
- He wrote over 300 compositions ranging from classical to pop.
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Felipe Padilla de Leon Sr. (1912-1992)
- A Nationalist composer who expressed the Philippine cultural identity through his compositions.
- Born on May 1, 1912, in Penaranda, Nueva Ecija.
- Compositions included piano compositions, hymns, marches, art songs, chamber music, symphonic poems, overtures, band music, school songs, orchestral works, operas, kundiman, and zarzuelas.
- Notable operas Noli Me Tangere and El Filibusterismo, are considered masterpieces.
- National Artist of Music.
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Lucio D. San Pedro (1913-2002)
- Born on February 11, 1913 in Angono, Rizal.
- Began composing in his elementary days.
- Pursued his Music Degree at the University of the Philippines and the Juilliard School in New York.
- Known as a “romantic nationalist.”
- Incorporated Philippine folk elements into his compositions using Western forms to create a highly tonal melody and rich expressive harmonies.
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Rosendo E. Santos Jr. (1922-1994)
- Born in Caridad, Cavite City, on September 3, 1922.
- A UNESCO scholar, awarded the "Philippine Composer of the Century."
- Composed band marches, instrumental and vocal scores at the age of 11.
- Works include concerti, sonatas, symphonies, symphonic poems, five operas in a Philippine dialect, numerous band overtures, and over 200 marches.
- Also wrote 50 masses in Latin and 20 in English.
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Alfredo S. Buenaventura (born 1929)
- A composer, conductor, and teacher.
- Born in Sta. Maria, Bulacan, on October 14, 1929.
- Compositions: Maria Makiling (1961), Diego Silang (1966), and Prinsesa Urduja (1969)
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Raymundo Cipriano "Ryan" P. Cayabyab (born 1954)
- Born in Manila, on May 4, 1954.
- Compositions include award-winning Kay Ganda ng Ating Musika, the modern zarzuela Alikabok, and the opera Spoliarium.
- His compositions are mostly of traditional Western influence.
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Hilarion Francisco Rubio (1902-1985)
- A composer, music teacher, conductor, and clarinetist.
- Born on October 21, 1902, in Bacoor, Cavite.
- Created substantial works for the orchestra.
- Served as a conductor for opera, ballet, and movie music.
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Test your knowledge on contemporary Philippine music and notable 20th-century Filipino composers. This quiz covers the fusion of Western and non-Western music elements and the contributions of composers like Francisco B. Buencamino Sr. Explore the evolution of style and composition in modern Filipino music.