Francisco Santiago: Known as Father of Kundiman Quiz and Flashcards

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Antonio Molina

He is considered the first National Artist for Music.
He began his music career as an orchestral soloist at the Manila Grand Opera House.
He served as Dean of the Centro Escolar University, Conservatory of Music from 1948 to 1970.
He was a faculty member of the University of the Philippines’ Conservatory (now College) of Music.
He was influenced by both the Romantic and Impressionist schools of thought.
Famous compositions include Mutya ng Pasig, Nasaan Ka Irog, Bituing Marikit, Ikaw Rin, Kundiman ng Luha Pahiwatig, Cavatina for Violin and Piano, First Nocturne for Piano, and Magbalik Ka Hirang.
He received the National Artist for Music award in 1973.

Lucio San Pedro

Born on February 11, 1913, in Angono, Rizal.
Started composing music at a young age and studied the banjo.
He pursued his music degree at the University of the Philippines and at the Juilliard School in New York, USA.
Became a professor of theory and composition at the University of the Philippines’ College of Music until his retirement in 1978.
Known as a “romantic nationalist” who incorporated Philippine folk elements in his compositions with Western forms and harmony.
Famous work is the well-loved “Sa Ugoy ng Duyan”, a lullaby melody sung by his mother.
Declared National Artist for Music in 1991.

Ryan Cayabyab

A popular contemporary composer with classical compositions to his credit, such as “Misa” and “Misa 2000”, “Four Poems for...”

Francisco Santiago

Considered the “Father of Kundiman”
Finished his music specialization at the American Conservatory of Music in Chicago where he obtained his Doctorate Degree in 1924.
Famous works include Pakiusap, Madaling Araw, Sakali Man, Pilipinas Kong Mahal, Hibik ng Pilipinas, Ano Kaya ang Kapalaran, and Kundiman (Anak Dalita).
Musical director for films such as “Kundiman”, “Leron Leron Sinta”, “Madaling Araw”, “Manileña”, and the movie inspired by his own composition, “Pakiusap”.
First Filipino Director of the UP Conservatory of Music.

Nicanor Abelardo

Studied music at the Chicago Music College.
Influenced by the musical styles of the Serialist/Second Viennese School and Post-Romantic European composers.
Together with Francisco Santiago, elevated the status of the Kundiman into an Art Song status equivalent to that of the German Lied, the French Chanson, and the Italian Aria.

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Learn about Francisco Santiago, known as the 'Father of Kundiman', his music specialization in Chicago and famous compositions. Discover his contributions to Philippine music and his performance before the Royal Court of Spain.